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: Received: 29 May 2024 / Approved: 29 May 2024 / Online: 29 May 2024 (14:59:21 CEST)
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Kork, S. A.; Youssef, K.; Said, S.; Elsayed, F.; Beyrouthy, T.; Karar, A.; Al Barakeh, Z.; Abraham, E.; Amirouche, F. Investigating Elbow Dislocation and Instability: A 3D Finite Element Analysis Approach. Preprints2024, 2024051982. https://doi.org/10.20944/preprints202405.1982.v1
Kork, S. A.; Youssef, K.; Said, S.; Elsayed, F.; Beyrouthy, T.; Karar, A.; Al Barakeh, Z.; Abraham, E.; Amirouche, F. Investigating Elbow Dislocation and Instability: A 3D Finite Element Analysis Approach. Preprints 2024, 2024051982. https://doi.org/10.20944/preprints202405.1982.v1
Kork, S. A.; Youssef, K.; Said, S.; Elsayed, F.; Beyrouthy, T.; Karar, A.; Al Barakeh, Z.; Abraham, E.; Amirouche, F. Investigating Elbow Dislocation and Instability: A 3D Finite Element Analysis Approach. Preprints2024, 2024051982. https://doi.org/10.20944/preprints202405.1982.v1
APA Style
Kork, S. A., Youssef, K., Said, S., Elsayed, F., Beyrouthy, T., Karar, A., Al Barakeh, Z., Abraham, E., & Amirouche, F. (2024). Investigating Elbow Dislocation and Instability: A 3D Finite Element Analysis Approach. Preprints. https://doi.org/10.20944/preprints202405.1982.v1
Chicago/Turabian Style
Kork, S. A., Edward Abraham and Farid Amirouche. 2024 "Investigating Elbow Dislocation and Instability: A 3D Finite Element Analysis Approach" Preprints. https://doi.org/10.20944/preprints202405.1982.v1
Abstract
Elbow dislocation and instability present significant clinical challenges, necessitating a thorough understanding of the underlying bio-mechanical mechanisms. In this study, a quasi-static three-dimensional finite element model of the human elbow joint is developed to investigate stress distribution and stages of dislocation in the human elbow under various loading conditions. The model simulates the elbow joint in different degrees of flexion (30°, 45°, 60°, and 90°) and forearm positions (pronation and supination), providing detailed insights into the progression of dislocation. Significant findings include the identification of high stress concentrations on the humerus at 90° flexion and on the radial and coronoid processes at 30°, 45°, and 60° flexion. Three reproducible stages of dislocation were observed, particularly in flexed positions with forearm pronation or supination. These stages align with experimental observations and highlight the initial occurrence of bony failures, such as radial head and ulnar coronoid fractures, preceding soft tissue tears. Clinically, the study underscores that early-stage low-impact posterior elbow dislocations retain enough stability to be managed with closed reduction and early mobilization. However, as dislocations progress, significant damage to the medial and lateral collateral ligaments is expected, necessitating more invasive treatments. This research provides valuable bio-mechanical insights into elbow dislocation, aiding in the development of improved treatment strategies and enhancing patient outcomes through precise and timely clinical interventions. The validated FEM serves as a powerful tool for pre-surgical planning offering a comprehensive understanding of elbow joint mechanics.
Keywords
Finite Element Modeling; Elbow Dislocation; MRI; CT Scan; Simpleware ScanIP; bio-mechanics; Ansys; sport injury
Subject
Engineering, Bioengineering
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This is an open access article distributed under the Creative Commons Attribution License which permits unrestricted use, distribution, and reproduction in any medium, provided the original work is properly cited.
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