Abstract
The purpose of this review is to demonstrate the etiology and effects of patellar fractures in adolescents with crouch gait. We describe the correlation between these fractures and Gait Laboratory kinematic and kinetic data. These fractures are not incidental findings as they are always associated with a significant deterioration in gait. The kinematic and kinetic data that accompanies displaced fractures are typical of knee extensor disruption. The more common oblique fracture through the distal pole of the patella is caused by an increased bending force on the patella while the increased traction of crouch can also result in a sleeve fracture. We outline the surgical options for treatment of knee extensor disruption.
| Original language | English |
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| Title of host publication | Handbook on Cerebral Palsy |
| Subtitle of host publication | Risk Factors, Therapeutic Management and Long-Term Prognosis |
| Publisher | Nova Science Publishers, Inc. |
| Pages | 53-61 |
| Number of pages | 9 |
| ISBN (Electronic) | 9781633218741 |
| ISBN (Print) | 9781633218529 |
| Publication status | Published - 1 Oct 2014 |
| Externally published | Yes |