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Model prediction of anterior cruciate ligament force during drop-landings

Authors :
Pflum, Mary A.
Shelburne, Kevin B.
Torry, Michael R.
Decker, Michael J.
Pandy, Marcus G.
Source :
Medicine and Science in Sports and Exercise. Nov, 2004, Vol. 36 Issue 11, 1949-1958
Publication Year :
2004

Abstract

The pattern of force transmitted to the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) during soft-style drop-landings is discussed. The results indicated that the pattern of ACL force in drop-landing cannot be explained by the anterior pull of the quadriceps force alone.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
01959131
Volume :
36
Issue :
11
Database :
Gale General OneFile
Journal :
Medicine and Science in Sports and Exercise
Publication Type :
Periodical
Accession number :
edsgcl.132333185