Lower limb biomechanics during gait in children with Achondroplasia.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.jbiomech.2021.110313
Abstract: Achondroplasia is an autosomal dominant disorder that has been reported to be the most common condition associated with severe disproportionate short stature. A limited number of studies exist in the literature reporting kinematic abnormalities in… read more here.
Keywords: gait children; lower limb; biomechanics; biomechanics gait ... See more keywords
Australian guidelines for the management of children with achondroplasia
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DOI: 10.1111/jpc.16290
Abstract: Achondroplasia is the most common form of skeletal dysplasia. In addition to altered growth, children and young people with achondroplasia may experience medical complications, develop and function differently to others and require psychosocial support. International,… read more here.
Keywords: australian guidelines; guidelines management; achondroplasia australian; management ... See more keywords
G512(P) Children with achondroplasia – when to refer for a polysomnography?
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DOI: 10.1136/archdischild-2019-rcpch.496
Abstract: Introduction Achondroplasia is the most frequent form of short-limb dwarfism. These children have hypotonia, micrognathia and mid-facial hypoplasia that predispose them to sleep-disordered breathing (SDB). Repeated assessments with polysomnography (PSG) are recommended to screen these… read more here.
Keywords: sdb; psg; polysomnography; time ... See more keywords