scholarly journals Understanding adaptive gait in lower-limb amputees: insights from multivariate analyses

2013 ◽  
Vol 10 (1) ◽  
pp. 98 ◽  
Author(s):  
John G Buckley ◽  
Alan R De Asha ◽  
Louise Johnson ◽  
Clive B Beggs
Keyword(s):  
Lower Limb ◽  
Multivariate Analyses ◽  
Adaptive Gait ◽  
Lower Limb Amputees

scholarly journals Adaptive Foot in Lower-Limb Prostheses

2017 ◽  
Vol 2017 ◽  
pp. 1-15 ◽  
Author(s):  
Thilina H. Weerakkody ◽  
Thilina Dulantha Lalitharatne ◽  
R. A. R. C. Gopura
Keyword(s):  
Lower Limb ◽  
Uneven Surface ◽  
Design Concepts ◽  
Human Foot ◽  
Future Developments ◽  
Adaptive Capabilities ◽  
Adaptive Nature ◽  
Lower Limb Amputees ◽  
Artificial Prosthesis ◽  
Lower Limb Prostheses

The human foot consists of complex sets of joints. The adaptive nature of the human foot enables it to be stable on any uneven surface. It is important to have such adaptive capabilities in the artificial prosthesis to achieve most of the essential movements for lower-limb amputees. However, many existing lower-limb prostheses lack the adaptive nature. This paper reviews lower-limb adaptive foot prostheses. In order to understand the design concepts of adaptive foot prostheses, the biomechanics of human foot have been explained. Additionally, the requirements and design challenges are investigated and presented. In this review, adaptive foot prostheses are classified according to actuation method. Furthermore, merits and demerits of present-day adaptive foot prostheses are presented based on the hardware construction. The hardware configurations of recent adaptive foot prostheses are analyzed and compared. At the end, potential future developments are highlighted.

scholarly journals Care of elderly lower limb amputees, as described in medical and nursing records

2005 ◽  
Vol 19 (4) ◽  
pp. 337-343 ◽  
Author(s):  
Siv Back-Pettersson ◽  
Cecilia Bjorkelund
Keyword(s):  
Lower Limb ◽  
Care Of Elderly ◽  
Lower Limb Amputees

Piezoresistive Polymer-Based Materials for Real-Time Assessment of the Stump/Socket Interface Pressure in Lower Limb Amputees

2017 ◽  
Vol 17 (7) ◽  
pp. 2182-2190 ◽  
Author(s):  
Armando Ferreira ◽  
Vitor Correia ◽  
Emilia Mendes ◽  
Claudia Lopes ◽  
Jose Filipe Vilela Vaz ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Real Time ◽  
Lower Limb ◽  
Interface Pressure ◽  
Socket Interface ◽  
Lower Limb Amputees ◽  
Time Assessment

Skin problems in lower limb amputees: an overview by case reports

2007 ◽  
Vol 21 (2) ◽  
Author(s):  
HEJ Meulenbelt ◽  
JHB Geertzen ◽  
PU Dijkstra ◽  
MF Jonkman
Keyword(s):  
Lower Limb ◽  
Case Reports ◽  
Lower Limb Amputees

scholarly journals Functional Expansion of Sensorimotor Representation and Structural Reorganization of Callosal Connections in Lower Limb Amputees

2012 ◽  
Vol 32 (9) ◽  
pp. 3211-3220 ◽  
Author(s):  
E. L. Simoes ◽  
I. Bramati ◽  
E. Rodrigues ◽  
A. Franzoi ◽  
J. Moll ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Lower Limb ◽  
Structural Reorganization ◽  
Callosal Connections ◽  
Functional Expansion ◽  
Lower Limb Amputees

The Relationship of Fibromyalgia Syndrome with Neuropathic Pain, Quality of Life and Emotional Status in Male Traumatic Lower Limb Amputees

2012 ◽  
Vol 20 (2) ◽  
pp. 87-94 ◽  
Author(s):  
Yesim Akyol ◽  
Berna Tander ◽  
Ahmet Salim Göktepe ◽  
Ismail Safaz ◽  
Omer Kuru ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Neuropathic Pain ◽  
Lower Limb ◽  
Fibromyalgia Syndrome ◽  
Emotional Status ◽  
Relationship Of ◽  
The Relationship ◽  
Lower Limb Amputees

scholarly journals The Design and Manufacture of a Prototype Personalized Liner for Lower Limb Amputees

Procedia CIRP ◽  
2017 ◽  
Vol 60 ◽  
pp. 476-481 ◽  
Author(s):  
Vimal Dhokia ◽  
James Bilzon ◽  
Elena Seminati ◽  
David Canepa Talamas ◽  
Matthew Young ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Lower Limb ◽  
Design And Manufacture ◽  
Lower Limb Amputees

The development and internal consistency of the comprehensive lower limb amputee socket survey in active lower limb amputees

2018 ◽  
Vol 43 (1) ◽  
pp. 80-87 ◽  
Author(s):  
Robert Gailey ◽  
Anat Kristal ◽  
Jennifer Lucarevic ◽  
Shane Harris ◽  
Brooks Applegate ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Internal Consistency ◽  
Lower Limb ◽  
Self Report ◽  
Cronbach’S Alpha ◽  
Convenience Sample ◽  
Cronbach's Alpha ◽  
Prosthetic Socket ◽  
Lower Limb Amputee ◽  
Report Measure ◽  
Lower Limb Amputees

Background: Prosthetic socket fit is an important element associated with successful ambulation and use of a prosthesis. Prosthetists and rehabilitation clinicians would benefit from an assessment tool that discriminates between and quantifies the multiple determinants that influence the lower limb amputee’s performance and satisfaction of a prosthetic socket. Objectives: To determine the internal consistency of the comprehensive lower limb amputee socket survey, a new self-report measure of prosthetic socket satisfaction that quantifies suspension, stability, comfort, and appearance. Study design: Cross-sectional sample of active amputees. Methods: Interviews were conducted with prosthetists, physical therapists, and lower limb amputees to identify clinical concerns and common activities influencing socket fit. An expert panel of five clinicians reviewed the items and constructed the original version of the comprehensive lower limb amputee socket survey which was then administered to a convenience sample of 47 active lower limb amputees. Item analysis and Cronbach’s alpha were used to determine the final version of the comprehensive lower limb amputee socket survey. Results: Following item raw score-to-total score correlation with Cronbach’s alpha for comprehensive lower limb amputee socket survey determinants, internal consistency improved when nine questions were eliminated. Conclusion: The comprehensive lower limb amputee socket survey is a self-report measure of prosthetic socket satisfaction with very good internal consistency. Clinical relevance When socket problems occur, the ability to determine the specific cause can reduce modification time, enhance socket fit, and promote patient satisfaction. A standardized multi-dimensional assessment measure of socket satisfaction enables prosthetists to quantify the multiple determinants of socket satisfaction, improve patient communication, and demonstrate the value of socket interventions.

Morbidity survey of lower limb amputees

1987 ◽  
Vol 1 (3) ◽  
pp. 181-186 ◽  
Author(s):  
PJ Stephen ◽  
J. Hunter ◽  
Rcb Aitken
Keyword(s):  
Lower Limb ◽  
Lower Limb Amputees
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