Compliance to service standards for congenital upper limb deficiency: the Northern Ireland experience.

abstract：BACKGROUND:Challenges exist with the provision of appropriate mobility assistive devices in rural areas. The use of the direct manufacturing prosthetic socket system is a possible solution to these challenges. OBJECTIVES:The objective of this study was to test and explore the clients' perspectives with the application...

journal_title：Prosthetics and orthotics international

authors： Ennion L,Johannesson A,Rhoda A

更新日期：2017-10-01 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：BACKGROUND:During functional wheelchair movement there are several types of stroke pattern that a manual wheelchair user (MWCU) can utilize in order to propel. OBJECTIVES:To examine the biomechanical differences between disabled (WCU) and able-bodied (NWCU) children whilst taking part in functional activities at the C...

journal_title：Prosthetics and orthotics international

authors： Starrs P,Chohan A,Fewtrell D,Richards J,Selfe J

更新日期：2012-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Flexor tendon repair in the hand remains challenging in avoiding tendon rupture and adhesion formation. Post-operative mobilization has been shown to be critical in regaining functional range of motion. OBJECTIVES:The objective of this study is 2-fold: to assess the influence of wrist position on maximum gr...

journal_title：Prosthetics and orthotics international

authors： Burssens A,Schelpe N,Vanhaecke J,Dezillie M,Stockmans F

更新日期：2017-02-01 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:Polycentric knees for transfemoral prostheses have a variety of geometries, but a survey of literature shows that there are few ways of comparing their performance. OBJECTIVES:Our objective was to present a method for performance comparison of polycentric knee geometries and design a new geometry. STUDY DE...

journal_title：Prosthetics and orthotics international

authors： Anand TS,Sujatha S

更新日期：2017-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:One of the most important problems for the bilateral upper limb deficient patient is the inability to manage toileting activities. Dependence in this area precludes schooling or work. This paper surveys available clothing types and adaptations to facilitate doffing and donning clothing and devices for genital cleansin...

journal_title：Prosthetics and orthotics international

authors： Friedmann L

更新日期：1980-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A keen skier who is a trans-tibial and trans-radial quadrilateral amputee sought an improved adaptation for skiing from the Rehabilitation Engineering Service in Edinburgh. The unpredictable nature of the bending moments and loads that can be imposed on the prostheses during skiing raised concern about the suitability...

journal_title：Prosthetics and orthotics international

authors： Farley R,Mitchell F,Griffiths M

更新日期：2004-04-01 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：:The objective of this study was to develop guidelines for the prescription of ankle-foot, knee, wrist-hand and elbow orthoses for patients with neurological disorders. The study is part of a more comprehensive study focusing on the development of clinical guidelines for the prescription of these orthoses in a wider pa...

journal_title：Prosthetics and orthotics international

authors： Hijmans JM,Geertzen JH

更新日期：2006-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Prefabricated ICEROSS (Icelandic Roll On Silicone Socket) sockets have been in use in Iceland since early 1986. Use of custom-made silicone sockets began several years earlier, and a paper devoted to the subject was presented at the 1984 AOPA Assembly by the author of this article. The ICEROSS system is primarily used...

journal_title：Prosthetics and orthotics international

authors： Kristinsson O

更新日期：1993-04-01 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：: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：:Foot complications in diabetes can be decreased by preventive measures. The authors evaluated the current diabetic foot screening and prevention programme of the diabetes outpatient clinic of their university hospital, by assessing the presence of risk factors for the development of foot disorders and the preventive m...

journal_title：Prosthetics and orthotics international

authors： Meijer JW,Links TP,Smit AJ,Groothoff JW,Eisma WH

更新日期：2001-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Recent work suggests that a prosthetic ankle-foot component's roll-over shape - the effective rocker it conforms to between initial contact and opposite initial contact (the 'roll-over' interval of walking) - is closely linked to its final alignment in the prosthesis (as determined by a skilled prosthetist using heuri...

journal_title：Prosthetics and orthotics international

authors： Hansen A

更新日期：2008-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:After amputation, the brain is known to be reorganized especially in the primary motor cortex. We report a case to show changes in the corticospinal tract in a patient with serial bilateral transtibial amputations using diffusion tensor imaging. Case Description and Methods: A 78-year-old man had a transtibi...

journal_title：Prosthetics and orthotics international

authors： Lee SY,Kang SH,Kim DK,Seo KM,Ro HJ,Kim JK

更新日期：2017-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Since 1972 the Hyogo Rehabilitation Centre has been developing a variable-resistance-type pneumatic control device, the HRC Adjustable Pneumatic Swing-Phase Control Knee. Successful field tests have been carried out on 20 cases with Model IV since 1973 with only a limited number of mechanical troubles. This paper intr...

journal_title：Prosthetics and orthotics international

authors： Nakamura S,Sawamura S

更新日期：1978-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This contribution presents the case histories of two patients who underwent limb amputation. One patient suffered from psoriasis prior to the surgery and the second developed psoriatic lesions post surgery. Both patients were provided with a prosthesis and despite the multiple cutaneous complications of the psoriasis ...

journal_title：Prosthetics and orthotics international

authors： Heim M,Warshavski M,Siev-Ner I

更新日期：2003-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The Mobile Arm Support, conceived and researched by Dr. Radulovic, is intended for the use of patients whose arm is afflicted. The support consists of a supporting harness, an articulated splint on which the arm is fixed and a pneumatic system of elevation that counterbalances the weight of the arm. Its originality li...

journal_title：Prosthetics and orthotics international

authors： Radulovic R,Piera JB,Cassagne B,Grossiord A,Boruchowitsch G

更新日期：1980-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Modern sockets for lower limb amputees utilize total contact and distribute some weight on the stump end. Its tolerance to bear weight varies but is better after joint disarticulation, however, systematic measures have been missing. Different levels, indications, shapes etc. were analysed with 102 measurements in 69 p...

journal_title：Prosthetics and orthotics international

authors： Persson BM,Liedberg E

更新日期：1982-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Based on the literature, patients with carpal tunnel syndrome are suggested to wear a custom-made wrist orthosis immobilizing the wrist in a neutral position. Many prefabricated orthoses are available on the market, but the majority of those do not assure neutral wrist position. OBJECTIVES:We hypothesized t...

journal_title：Prosthetics and orthotics international

authors： Mlakar M,Ramstrand N,Burger H,Vidmar G

更新日期：2014-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This paper discusses the place of rotational moulding in the provision of prosthetic shanks and shank sections. It covers the selection of thermoplastic material, the moulding conditions and their automation in a machine process, and the development of a suitable range of moulds. Also covered is the question of interf...

journal_title：Prosthetics and orthotics international

authors： Coombs AG,Lawrence RB,Davies RM

更新日期：1985-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Nowadays, a transfemoral amputation prosthesis can be fitted to the skeleton using an osseointegrated implant, that is, without a socket. Treated patients have reported improvements in quality of life. OBJECTIVES:To investigate differences in prosthetic costs and service of osseointegrated prostheses compar...

journal_title：Prosthetics and orthotics international

authors： Haggstrom EE,Hansson E,Hagberg K

更新日期：2013-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Prosthetic gait increases demands on stability. Some variability measures can be used to investigate the stability of movement for prosthetic feet. OBJECTIVES:The purpose of this study was to determine the influence of the prosthetic foot on ground reaction force variability for transtibial amputee gait. S...

journal_title：Prosthetics and orthotics international

authors： Svoboda Z,Janura M,Cabell L,Elfmark M

更新日期：2012-06-01 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：: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 this study was to perform a Rasch analysis on the 5-level ordinal scale version of the Locomotor Capabilities Index (LCI-5), in order to investigate rating scale quality and conduct reliability and validity assessments. A questionnaire was mailed to 144 subjects who had undergone lower limb amputation (LLA)...

journal_title：Prosthetics and orthotics international

authors： Franchignoni F,Giordano A,Ferriero G,Muñoz S,Orlandini D,Amoresano A

更新日期：2007-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:If below-knee amputation is impossible, knee disarticulation should be considered before above-knee amputation, regardless of age and etiology. Knee disarticulation which leaves the femur and patella untoched offers many advantages. The surgical technique is simple and non-traumatic since no bone or muscle tissue is t...

journal_title：Prosthetics and orthotics international

authors： Baumgartner RF

更新日期：1979-04-01 00:00:00

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：:Fifty-nine amputees, 24 below-knee (BK), 17 through-knee (TK) and 18 above-knee (AK) who had prosthetic replacements, were evaluated using a questionnaire which provided a quantitative and qualitative assessment scale for the prosthetic function. The ability to apply or don the prosthesis was noted in 100% of the BK, ...

journal_title：Prosthetics and orthotics international

authors： Hagberg E,Berlin OK,Renström P

更新日期：1992-12-01 00:00:00