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From: Tibiofemoral and patellofemoral joint 3D-kinematics in patients with posterior cruciate ligament deficiency compared to healthy volunteers

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Photograph showing an examination setup using an open MR: The patient is placed in lateral position with the examined knee on the top. The knee flexion angle is controlled with a special positioning device which does not interfere with MR-scans. To ensure that the knee remains in a constant position the upper third of the thigh is fixed to the device. Additionally, during image acquisition the shank needs to be in contact with a board installed onto the position device. The torque can be applied using a rope and a pulley. (consider: in the shown setup the torque will be applied in flexing direction!).

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BMC Musculoskeletal Disorders

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