Pregnancy Results in Lasting Changes in Knee Joint Laxity

ConclusionsPregnancy resulted in lasting decrease in multiplanar knee laxity and compliance in the varus and posterior directions with increase in anterior compliance. The effects of these changes in laxity and compliance of the passive stabilizers on knee loading patterns, articular contact stresses and risk for OA and other musculoskeletal disorders will require additional research.
Source: PMandR - Category: Rehabilitation Source Type: research