Lower Limb Alignment
Definition
Deformity causing alteration of mechanical axis from knee centre
Aims
1. Normal leg alignment
2. Equal leg lengths
Deformity causing alteration of mechanical axis from knee centre
1. Normal leg alignment
2. Equal leg lengths
Correct alignment and soft tissue balancing
- two of the most important aspects of successful TKR
1. Restoration of mechanical alignment
- forces of the leg pass through the centre of the hip, knee and ankle