Kinematic MRI of the Joints

Frank G. Shellock

doi:10.1055/s-2008-1080134

Seminars in Musculoskeletal Radiology, Table of Contents

Semin Musculoskelet Radiol 1997; 1(1): 143-173
DOI: 10.1055/s-2008-1080134

Kinematic MRI of the Joints

Frank G. Shellock

Future Diagnostics, Inc. and Radnet, Los Angeles, California and Department of Radiology, University of Southern California, School of Medicine, Los Angeles, California

Abstract

ABSTRACT

This article reviews techniques of kinematic magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) and current applications in evaluation of the musculoskeletal system. Kinematic MRI is most frequently used in the knee where it allows assessment of abnormalities of patel-lar alignment and patellar tracking. In the wrist, abnormal carpal motion and interosseous ligament tears may be detected with this technique. Other potential applications include assessment of peroneal tendon subluxation in the ankle, evaluation of the labral-ligamentous complex in the shoulder and detection of cervical spinal stenosis or instability.

KEYWORDS

Joints, MR - knee, MR - ankle, MR

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