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Understanding the Biomechanics of Plantar Plate Injuries

Discussion in 'Biomechanics, Sports and Foot orthoses' started by Kevin Kirby, Apr 1, 2017.

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    For those interested, I just had an article published in the April 2017 issue of Podiatry Today titled "Understanding the Biomechanics of Plantar Plate Injuries". In the paper, I describe the important biomechanical connections between the plantar plate and plantar fascia and how passive plantar fascia tension force increases lesser metatarsophalangeal joint (MPJ) plantarflexion moments, via the plantar plate, during weightbearing activities. As a result, plantar plate tears result in a decrease in lesser MPJ plantarflexion moment during weightbearing activities which decreases digital purchase force and increases the risk of digital deformities occurring over time (Kirby KA: Understanding the biomechanics of plantar plate injuries. Podiatry Today, 30(4), 2017).

    http://www.podiatrytoday.com/understanding-biomechanics-plantar-plate-injuries

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