Kyle Stone

Papers

Total Citations

180

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About

Kyle Stone is a leading researcher in orthopaedic biomechanics, with a primary focus on knee joint stability and ligamentous injuries. His work has significantly advanced the understanding of the anterolateral ligament (ALL) and its role in knee function, particularly in the context of anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injuries. Stone’s most influential paper, “Biomechanical Assessment of the Anterolateral Ligament of the Knee” (2016, 144 citations), provides critical insights into the ALL’s structural and functional contributions, informing modern reconstruction strategies that combine ALL repair with ACL surgery to improve patient outcomes. His research also explores how ACL deficiency alters load distribution across the knee, as seen in his study “ACL Deficiency Increases Forces on the Medial Femoral Condyle and the Lateral Meniscus with Applied Rotatory Loads” (2016, 24 citations), which highlights the risk of secondary damage to articular cartilage and menisci. Additionally, Stone’s work on primary and coupled motions under varus and valgus loads (2016, 12 citations) deepens the understanding of native knee kinematics. With over 180 total citations, Stone’s contributions are pivotal for clinicians and researchers developing more effective, evidence-based treatments for knee instability and ligament injuries.