Are Gait Parameters for Through-knee Amputees Different From Matched Transfemoral Amputees?
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DOI: 10.1007/s11999.0000000000000212
Abstract: Background Through-knee amputation is a common amputation level after battlefield injuries during the medical evacuation process. However, there are limited data comparing through-knee amputation with transfemoral amputation as a definitive amputation level in terms of… read more here.
Keywords: amputation; knee amputees; matched transfemoral; gait ... See more keywords
Safety and function of a prototype microprocessor-controlled knee prosthesis for low active transfemoral amputees switching from a mechanic knee prosthesis: a pilot study
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DOI: 10.1080/17483107.2017.1300344
Abstract: Abstract Purpose: Aim of this pilot study was to assess safety and functioning of a microprocessor-controlled knee prosthesis (MPK) after a short familiarization time and no structured physical therapy. Materials and methods: Five elderly, low-active… read more here.
Keywords: low active; prosthesis; microprocessor controlled; safety ... See more keywords
Influence of Augmented Visual Feedback on Balance Control in Unilateral Transfemoral Amputees
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DOI: 10.3389/fnins.2021.727527
Abstract: Patients with a lower limb amputation rely more on visual feedback to maintain balance than able-bodied individuals. Altering this sensory modality in amputees thus results in a disrupted postural control. However, little is known about… read more here.
Keywords: control; feedback; visual feedback; augmented visual ... See more keywords