Long term comparison of some shock attenuating insoles.

abstract：BACKGROUND:In principle, lower limb bone-anchored prostheses could alleviate expenditure associated with typical socket manufacturing and residuum treatments due to socket-suspended prostheses. OBJECTIVE:This study reports (a) the incremental costs and (b) heath gain as well as (c) cost-effectiveness of bone-anchored ...

journal_title：Prosthetics and orthotics international

authors： Frossard LA,Merlo G,Burkett B,Quincey T,Berg D

更新日期：2018-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We present a case report of a patient, affected by post-polio syndrome and cuff tear arthropathy of his right shoulder, who underwent reverse shoulder arthroplasty. A previous radial deficiency was unmasked in the post-operative follow-up, with passive elbow bending when the forearm was put in an antigravitational pos...

journal_title：Prosthetics and orthotics international

authors： Castoldi F,Lollino N,Caranzano F,Assom M

更新日期：2009-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Individuals with transtibial amputation are at increase risk of falling. The absence of an ankle joint and the associated musculature in these individuals can reduce clearance between the prosthetic foot and ground during the swing phase of gait, which may increase the risk of stumbling and in turn falling. ...

journal_title：Prosthetics and orthotics international

authors： Rosenblatt NJ,Bauer A,Grabiner MD

更新日期：2017-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This study investigated the validity of post-amputation application of removable rigid dressings (RRDs) for trans-tibial amputees, regarding preparation for prosthetic management and key rehabilitation timelines. It was hypothesised that the use of RRDs would result in faster preparation of the residual limb for prost...

journal_title：Prosthetics and orthotics international

authors： Taylor L,Cavenett S,Stepien JM,Crotty M

更新日期：2008-06-01 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：BACKGROUND:Little evidence exists for the orthotic management for individuals diagnosed with diabetic neuropathy and partial foot amputation. OBJECTIVE:This pilot study examined differences in balance and pressure distribution while individuals wore foot orthoses inside shoes (BA) and this same orthosis combined with ...

journal_title：Prosthetics and orthotics international

authors： Spaulding SE,Chen T,Chou LS

更新日期：2012-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A cheap and fast method of providing long term accommodating insoles is described. Room temperature vulcanizing (RTV) silicone rubber is used, with suitable coverings, to provide pain relief and support for feet and ankles. The combination of physical properties of the finished item provides a useful balance between s...

journal_title：Prosthetics and orthotics international

authors： Pratt DJ,Rees PH,Butterworth RH

更新日期：1984-04-01 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：BACKGROUND:The role of the prosthetist has changed substantially over the past century. In the transition from 'limb-maker' to 'clinician', the expectations of prosthetics professionals have also changed. OBJECTIVES:To develop and test a new scale capable of assessing and comparing current expectations of the roles of...

journal_title：Prosthetics and orthotics international

authors： Mackenzie RL,Morris ME,Murphy G,Hodge MC

更新日期：2018-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:An anterior bending posture of the trunk during walking is often seen among the elderly commonly due to weakened thoraco-lumbar and gluteal muscles. For the management of this debilitating condition, the authors have developed a modified design of thoraco-lumbosacral orthosis (TLSO). Incorporated in this device are po...

journal_title：Prosthetics and orthotics international

authors： Watanabe H,Kutsuna T,Asami T,Inoue E

更新日期：1995-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The important purpose of a powered gait orthosis is to provide active joint movement for patients with spinal cord injury. OBJECTIVES:The aim of this study was to clarify the effect of a powered gait orthosis on the kinematics and temporal-spatial parameters in paraplegics with spinal cord injury. STUDY DE...

journal_title：Prosthetics and orthotics international

authors： Arazpour M,Ahmadi Bani M,Kashani RV,Tabatabai Ghomshe F,Mousavi ME,Hutchins SW

更新日期：2013-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health is a classification of human functioning and disability and is based on a biopsychosocial model of health. As such, International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health seems suitable as a basis for constructing models defin...

journal_title：Prosthetics and orthotics international

authors： Jarl G,Ramstrand N

更新日期：2018-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND AND AIM:It is difficult to measure foam model shapes using contact digitizers because the stylus contact tends to get stuck in the soft foam. The aim of this paper is to describe a technique to overcome this challenge and to assess its effect on digitizer error. TECHNIQUE:A controlled laboratory study was c...

journal_title：Prosthetics and orthotics international

authors： Sanders JE,Severance MR

更新日期：2011-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Falling represents a health risk for lower limb amputees fitted with an osseointegrated fixation mainly because of the potential damage to the fixation. The purpose of this study was to characterize a real forward fall that occurred inadvertently to a transfemoral amputee fitted with an osseointegrated fixation while ...

journal_title：Prosthetics and orthotics international

authors： Frossard LA,Tranberg R,Haggstrom E,Pearcy M,Brånemark R

更新日期：2010-03-01 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：: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：:This paper reports on a series of case studies where improvements were sought in muscle tone and gait in children with cerebral palsy. A Midfoot Control Ankle Foot Orthosis (AFO) was developed to control foot position in a cohort of patients with cerebral palsy (CP). The concept of controlling midfoot and hindfoot wit...

journal_title：Prosthetics and orthotics international

authors： Bill M,McIntosh R,Myers P

更新日期：2001-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Increased foot temperature among individuals with type 2 diabetes can be predictive of diabetic foot ulcer development. A combination of physiological and mechanical deficiencies may contribute to elevations in intact foot temperature during gait for individuals with type 2 diabetes and transtibial amputatio...

journal_title：Prosthetics and orthotics international

authors： Leister KR,Wurdeman SR

更新日期：2020-12-07 00:00:00

abstract：:Interface pressures and shear stresses at different sagittal plane angular alignment settings were measured on 3 trans-tibial amputee subjects ambulating with patellar-tendon-bearing total contact prostheses. Substantial socket-shank angular alignment modifications in the sagittal plane had minimal effect on stance ph...

journal_title：Prosthetics and orthotics international

authors： Sanders JE,Daly CH

更新日期：1999-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The purpose of this study was to review the clinical utility of static weight bearing (SWB) and maximal self-selected ambulatory velocity as objective quantifiable measures in an outpatient lower limb prosthetic clinic. Seventy-three (n = 73) consecutive trans-tibial (TTA) and trans-femoral amputees (TFA) attending an...

journal_title：Prosthetics and orthotics international

authors： Jones ME,Bashford GM,Mann JM

更新日期：1997-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Wheelchair prescription is complex with thousands of choices and options. Theoretically, a higher quality or innovative wheelchair that is appropriately matched to the user and their unique needs will increase participation. It is well accepted that there is an alarmingly high incidence of carpal tunnel syndrome, and ...

journal_title：Prosthetics and orthotics international

authors： Cooper RA

更新日期：2009-09-01 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：:Ten years after the ISPO consensus conference on amputation surgery, a search of relevant publications in the Rehabilitation-prosthetics-literature over the years 1990-2000 was performed. The main key-words in this research were: "lower limb, amputation, human and rehabilitation". One hundred and four (104) articles w...

journal_title：Prosthetics and orthotics international

authors： Geertzen JH,Martina JD,Rietman HS

更新日期：2001-04-01 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 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：:The benefits of using a vacuum-assisted socket system to improve balance and gait in elderly transtibial amputees by C Beatriz Samitier, Lluis Guirao, Maria Costea, Josep M Camós, and Eulogio Pleguezuelos. Prosthetics and Orthotics International 2016; 40: 83-88, DOI: 10.1177/0309364614546927. ...

journal_title：Prosthetics and orthotics international

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更新日期：2016-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Custom-contoured wheelchair seating lowers risk of pressure injury and postural deterioration while custom-contoured wheelchair seating lowers risk of pressure injury and postural deterioration while increasing the stability and functional activity of the wheelchair occupant. Producing custom-contoured seati...

journal_title：Prosthetics and orthotics international

authors： Nace S,Tiernan J,Ní Annaidh A

更新日期：2019-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The concept of measuring pressure at the interface between the stump and the prosthetic socket could provide valuable information in the process of prosthetic socket fabrication, modification, and fit. Two systems, the Rincoe Socket Fitting System (SFS) and Tekscan's F-Socket Pressure Measurement System, have been com...

journal_title：Prosthetics and orthotics international

authors： Polliack AA,Sieh RC,Craig DD,Landsberger S,McNeil DR,Ayyappa E

更新日期：2000-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Step counts, obtained via activity monitors, provide insight into activity level in the free-living environment. Accuracy assessments of activity monitors are limited among individuals with lower-limb amputations. OBJECTIVES:(1) To evaluate the step count accuracy of both monitors during forward-linear and ...

journal_title：Prosthetics and orthotics international

authors： Arch ES,Sions JM,Horne J,Bodt BA

更新日期：2018-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Static footprint parameters have been used to quantify arch height with conflicting results. This could be caused by the inherent inaccuracy and variations of the methodology used. Since the foot is a dynamic structure that undergoes changes during a step, it is more desirable to capture and analyse the dynamic footpr...

journal_title：Prosthetics and orthotics international

authors： Leung AK,Cheng JC,Zhang M,Fan Y,Dong X

更新日期：2004-08-01 00:00:00