An adjustable shoulder abduction orthosis for the post-operative management of tendon transfers: A preliminary study.

abstract：BACKGROUND:Balance is an important variable to consider during the rehabilitation process of individuals with trans-tibial amputation. Limited evidence exists on the balance abilities of people with trans-tibial amputation due to vascular causes. OBJECTIVE:The purpose of this article is to review literature and determ...

journal_title：Prosthetics and orthotics international

authors： Seth M,Lamberg E

更新日期：2017-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The Stanmore-Kingston Splat is a graphical display of the goals and achievements of amputee rehabilitation patients using the Locomotor Capability Index. The chart is in a radial polygram form with the sectors coloured and shaded. Three scores can be shown: The patient's capability at delivery of the prosthesis, the g...

journal_title：Prosthetics and orthotics international

authors： Geake T,Hanspal R,Wertheim D,Fulton J

更新日期：2006-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A CAD (computer aided design) analysis software package (CADVIEW) was designed for use with prosthetic and orthotic CAD CAM (computer aided design/computer aided manufacture) systems. Using the Microsoft Windows 3.1 environment, CADVIEW provides a series of anatomical shape viewing and analysis tools. These tools incl...

journal_title：Prosthetics and orthotics international

authors： Lemaire E

更新日期：1994-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The i-LIMB hand is a novel upper limb myoelectric prosthetic hand with several joints in the fingers and thumb. This study aimed to determine whether this new device had more functionality than a more conventional myoelectric prosthetic hand with only a single joint between the thumb and two fingers. Therefore, a 45-y...

journal_title：Prosthetics and orthotics international

authors： Otr OV,Reinders-Messelink HA,Bongers RM,Bouwsema H,Van Der Sluis CK

更新日期：2010-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A simple alignment apparatus and the method of transferring the offset test load to the prosthetic assembly through an aligned mandrel for the principal structural tests in accordance with ISO 10328 is presented. The new alignment apparatus was used to prepare test specimens consisting of traditional laminated prosthe...

journal_title：Prosthetics and orthotics international

authors： Neo LD,Lee PV,Goh JC

更新日期：2000-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The group of passive prostheses consists of prosthetic hands and prosthetic tools. These can either be static or adjustable. Limited research and development on passive prostheses has been performed although many people use these prosthesis types. Although some publications describe passive prostheses, no re...

journal_title：Prosthetics and orthotics international

authors： Maat B,Smit G,Plettenburg D,Breedveld P

更新日期：2018-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Mandibular reconstruction has been experiencing an amazing evolution. Several different approaches are used to reconstruct this bone and therefore have a fundamental role in the recovery of oral functions. OBJECTIVES:This review aims to highlight the persistent problems associated with the approaches identi...

journal_title：Prosthetics and orthotics international

authors： Ferreira JJ,Zagalo CM,Oliveira ML,Correia AM,Reis AR

更新日期：2015-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Diabetes mellitus is a leading cause of major lower extremity amputation. OBJECTIVE:To examine the influence of gender, level of amputation and diabetes mellitus status on being fit with a prosthetic limb following lower extremity amputation for peripheral arterial disease. STUDY DESIGN:Retrospective analy...

journal_title：Prosthetics and orthotics international

authors： Davie-Smith F,Paul L,Nicholls N,Stuart WP,Kennon B

更新日期：2017-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Few studies have explored the effects of exercise on gait performance in people with lower limb amputations. OBJECTIVES:To (1) summarize the effects of exercise programs on gait performance and (2) assess the overall quality of the evidence for adults ambulating with leg prostheses. STUDY DESIGN:Systematic...

journal_title：Prosthetics and orthotics international

authors： Wong CK,Ehrlich JE,Ersing JC,Maroldi NJ,Stevenson CE,Varca MJ

更新日期：2016-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The Locomotor Capability Index (LCI) is widely used for assessing goals and achievements of patients receiving prostheses. The Stanmore-Kingston Splat method for graphical display of the results has previously been described and is based on four levels of achievement for each of the 14 tasks in the index. Recently a m...

journal_title：Prosthetics and orthotics international

authors： Fulton J,Wertheim D,Hanspal R,Geake T

更新日期：2009-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Recently, attempts have been made to construct actuators with similar behaviour to natural muscles. However the results have been inadequate for application to practical prostheses. For example, muscle wire, which has too low an efficiency to be powered by batteries and McKibben muscles which require two power supplie...

journal_title：Prosthetics and orthotics international

authors： Escudero AZ,Alvarez J,Leija L

更新日期：2002-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Gains in stump volume have been documented in trans-tibial amputees while walking in custom made under-sized, total surface-bearing, vacuum-assisted sockets (Board et al., 2001). These gains raised doubts as to whether the sockets were truly under-sized and concerns that using an over-sized socket with vacuum-assist c...

journal_title：Prosthetics and orthotics international

authors： Goswami J,Lynn R,Street G,Harlander M

更新日期：2003-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Dysvascularity is the main cause of lower limb amputations in Scotland, and there is an insignificant proportion (1.7%) of knee disarticulations, despite the benefits of amputation. OBJECTIVES:The outcomes of knee disarticulation and its associated surgical techniques will be evaluated based on healing, rea...

journal_title：Prosthetics and orthotics international

authors： Murakami T,Murray K

更新日期：2016-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:In the inaugural edition of Prosthetics and Orthotics International in 1977, Dr Sidney Fishman identified the Psychological Sciences as one of six indispensable areas of skill and knowledge in professional prosthetic-orthotic practice. Since then, there have been substantial changes and developments in the complexity ...

journal_title：Prosthetics and orthotics international

authors： Desmond D,Gallagher P

更新日期：2020-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The aim of the present study was to compare sockets for below-knee (BK) prostheses made by Computer Aided Design-Computer Aided Manufacture (CAD-CAM) to those made by hand. The patients in the study were provided with two prostheses each, which apart from the sockets, were identical. One socket was made by the CAD-CAM...

journal_title：Prosthetics and orthotics international

authors： Köhler P,Lindh L,Netz P

更新日期：1989-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A new type of above-knee socket has been designed to provide total surface support and to dispense with ischial bearing as the primary weight bearing area. The socket is based upon the hypothesis that if the soft tissues of an above-knee stump are adequately supported in a suitably shaped container they will behave un...

journal_title：Prosthetics and orthotics international

authors： Redhead RG

更新日期：1979-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND AND AIM:In recent years, there has been an increased interest in recording high-quality electromyographic signals from within the sockets of lower-limb amputees. However, successful recording presents major challenges to both researchers and clinicians. This article details and compares four prototypical int...

journal_title：Prosthetics and orthotics international

authors： Hefferman GM,Zhang F,Nunnery MJ,Huang H

更新日期：2015-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This paper reviews and summarizes the evidence for important observations of normal and pathological gait and presents an approach to rehabilitation and orthotic management, which is based on the significance of shank and thigh kinematics for standing and gait. It discusses normal gait biomechanics, challenging some t...

journal_title：Prosthetics and orthotics international

authors： Owen E

更新日期：2010-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The devastating earthquake in Sichuan in 2008 has left many adolescent amputees. However, little research has been focused on the adolescent amputees who have high potential to return to premorbid activity level. OBJECTIVES:To investigate daily step activities and prosthesis-related quality of life of the a...

journal_title：Prosthetics and orthotics international

authors： Chu CK,Wong MS

更新日期：2016-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Individuals with proximal femoral focal deficiency (PFFD) present with a shortened femur. This report highlights the process used to determine prosthetic candidacy, a novel use of the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) prosthetic materials, and subsequent rehabilitation when treating in rural Ha...

journal_title：Prosthetics and orthotics international

authors： Lamberg EM,Collins CK,Hanks JE,Alaniz MB

更新日期：2013-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Patients suffering from medial compartment knee osteoarthritis (OA) may be treated with unloader knee orthoses or laterally wedged insoles. OBJECTIVES:The aim of this study was to identify and compare the effects of them on the gait parameters and pain in these patients. STUDY DESIGN:Quasi-experimental. M...

journal_title：Prosthetics and orthotics international

authors： Arazpour M,Bani MA,Maleki M,Ghomshe FT,Kashani RV,Hutchins SW

更新日期：2013-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The activity achieved by a lower limb amputee is usually assessed by clinical judgement or physiological tests. The former is seldom absolute, being affected by factors such as patient age, and is expressed in categories which may not be equivalent to those used by other observers. Physiological testing provides a mea...

journal_title：Prosthetics and orthotics international

authors： Day HJ

更新日期：1981-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The effect of one years general use on the performance of four shock attenuating insoles is reported. Testing was carried out using the JP Biomechanics Shock Meter on twelve volunteers on a timed oval course at eight intervals during the year. The results show that two of the insoles perform well (Viscolas and PPT) al...

journal_title：Prosthetics and orthotics international

authors： Pratt DJ

更新日期：1990-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:In order to reduce the need for repeated changes of socket due to postoperative atrophy and resorption of oedema simple temporary limbs are required to delay the casting of individual sockets until the stump is more mature. A randomized study of 95 below-knee amputees was performed with a re-usable temporary one-size ...

journal_title：Prosthetics and orthotics international

authors： Liedberg E,Hommerberg H,Persson BM

更新日期：1983-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Telehealth has the potential to be a valuable tool for technical and clinical support of computer controlled prosthetic devices. This pilot study examined the use of Internet-based, desktop video conferencing for remote configuration of the Otto Bock C-Leg. Laboratory tests involved connecting two computers running Mi...

journal_title：Prosthetics and orthotics international

authors： Lemaire ED,Fawcett JA

更新日期：2002-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Contractures of Achilles tendons and gastrocnemius muscle deteriorate the performance in daily living activities of patients with neuromuscular diseases. Ankle-foot orthoses help to prevent the progression of deformities and to obtain optimal position of the joints to support standing and walking. OBJECTIVE...

journal_title：Prosthetics and orthotics international

authors： Alemdaroğlu İ,Gür G,Bek N,Yilmaz ÖT,Yakut Y,Uygur F,Karaduman A

更新日期：2014-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:In a prospective, controlled study, 186 prosthetic rubber feet of different designs were fitted to amputees with trans-tibial prostheses. There were 158 amputees available for follow-up. The amputee compliance was good and 89% were satisfied with their device. After 18 months of use one VI-Solid rubber foot from VVAF ...

journal_title：Prosthetics and orthotics international

authors： Steen Jensen J,Nilsen R,Zeffer J,Fisk J,Hartz C

更新日期：2006-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Conventional prosthetic devices fail to restore the function and characteristic movement quality of the upper limb. The DEKA Arm is a new, advanced prosthesis featuring a compound, powered wrist and multiple grip configurations. OBJECTIVES:The purpose of this study was to determine if the DEKA Arm improved ...

journal_title：Prosthetics and orthotics international

authors： Cowley J,Resnik L,Wilken J,Smurr Walters L,Gates D

更新日期：2017-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE:Passive dynamic ankle-foot orthoses have potential to facilitate return to running after a lower limb trauma. However, transitioning patients to new movement patterns that enhance passive dynamic ankle-foot orthoses benefits can pose a challenge. The purpose of this case study was to report biome...

journal_title：Prosthetics and orthotics international

authors： Yoder AJ,Mazzone BN,Miltenberger RS,Farrokhi S

更新日期：2019-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The effects of introducing the Team Approach to the management of the lower limb amputee has been assessed in a consecutive series of 233 patients over a five year period. During the first year, baseline data was collected and during the subsequent yearly phases the effects of introducing a physiotherapist co-ordinato...

journal_title：Prosthetics and orthotics international

authors： Ham R,Regan JM,Roberts VC

更新日期：1987-04-01 00:00:00