Assessment of healthy trapeziometacarpal cartilage properties using indentation testing and contrast-enhanced computed tomography KU Leuven
BACKGROUND: The trapeziometacarpal joint is a common site for osteoarthritis development in the hand. When osteoarthritis is present, it results in significant functional disabilities due to the broad range of activities performed by this joint. However, our understanding of osteoarthritis initiation and progression at this joint is limited because of the current lack of knowledge regarding the properties and structure of the corresponding ...