Walking biomechanics in women with patellofemoral osteoarthritis differ compared to men with and women without patellofemoral osteoarthritis

Abstract

Background: Differences in walking biomechanics between women and men with patellofemoral joint (PF) osteoarthritis (OA) may contribute to the development or progression of persistent symptoms in people with PFJ OA. Objective: Evaluate how walking biomechanics of women with PF OA differ from: (i) men with PFJ OA; and (ii) women without PF OA. Second, explore the relationship between knee-related symptoms/function and walking biomechanics in individuals with PF OA, and whether these are modified by sex. Methods: Sixty-seven individuals with PF OA (43 women) and 14 women without PF OA were included. Biomechanics data were recorded during walking. Patient-reported symptoms and function were obt..