Clinical applications of three-dimensional magnetic resonance image analysis.
A methodology for measuring the kinematic parameters of joints in vivo has been refined using the technique of computerized three-dimensional reconstruction from magnetic resonance images. A research protocol has been developed to establish a classification of normal and pathologic foot function that will have broad clinical application. Development of algorithms for a computer-directed program that can predict resultant kinematics and joint morphometry for a given osteotomy or osseous remodeling procedure will assist the surgeon in preoperative surgical planning.
Bauer
G R
GR
Department of Surgery, Pennsylvania College of Podiatric Medicine, Philadelphia 19107, USA.
Hillstrom
H J
HJ
Udupa
J K
JK
Hirsch
B E
BE
D000842:Ankle / Q000502:physiology; D001696:Biomechanical Phenomena; D005528:Foot / Q000502:physiology*; D006801:Humans; D007091:Image Processing, Computer-Assisted; D008279:Magnetic Resonance Imaging; D010027:Osteotomy; D011300:Preoperative Care