CALENDAR Less JPO Journal of Prosthetics and Orthotics. 18(3):A7, July 2006. Favorites PDF Get Content & Permissions Free
Static Progressive Forearm Rotation Contracture Management Orthosis Design: A Study of 28 Patients Parent-Weiss, Nicole M.; King, Jeffrey C. Parent-Weiss, Nicole M.; King, Jeffrey C. Less JPO Journal of Prosthetics and Orthotics. 18(3):63-67, July 2006. Abstract Abstract In Brief In Brief Favorites PDF Get Content & Permissions Go to Full Text of this Article In Brief: A unique orthosis design that provides static progressive motion for forearm rotation motion is studied in 28 patients presenting with forearm stiffness. Improvements are noted in both supination and pronation after 12–24 weeks of orthotic treatment. Go to Full Text of this Article Free
Technical Note: Fabrication of a Dual-Axis Articulated Ankle-Foot Orthosis Lawrence, Elizabeth L.; Houston, Vern L. Lawrence, Elizabeth L.; Houston, Vern L. Less JPO Journal of Prosthetics and Orthotics. 18(3):68-71, July 2006. Abstract Abstract In Brief In Brief Favorites PDF Get Content & Permissions Go to Full Text of this Article In Brief: A dual-axis ankle-foot-orthosis allows the anatomical ankle and subtalar joint axes to function naturally and contribute to the motion of the lower limb and body throughout the gait cycle. Fabrication of a cost-effective and time-efficient dual-axis AFO is described. Go to Full Text of this Article Free
Augmenting the Reality of Phantom Limbs: Three Case Studies Using an Augmented Mirror Box Procedure Desmond, Deirdre M.; O’Neill, Kieran; De Paor, Annraoi; More Desmond, Deirdre M.; O’Neill, Kieran; De Paor, Annraoi; McDarby, Gary; MacLachlan, Malcolm Less JPO Journal of Prosthetics and Orthotics. 18(3):74-79, July 2006. Abstract Abstract In Brief In Brief Favorites PDF Get Content & Permissions Go to Full Text of this Article In Brief: To aid in the treatment of phantom pain and phantom sensation, the therapeutic value of visual feedback from an “augmented” mirror box is discussed and three case studies are presented. Go to Full Text of this Article Free
Defining the Relationship between Prosthetic Wrist Function and Its Use in Performing Work Tasks and Activities of Daily Living Kestner, Susan Kestner, Susan Less JPO Journal of Prosthetics and Orthotics. 18(3):80-86, July 2006. Abstract Abstract In Brief In Brief Favorites PDF Get Content & Permissions Go to Full Text of this Article In Brief: Ninety-eight upper extremity amputees are surveyed to determine the impact of prosthetic wrist units in ease of task completion. No clear correlations emerge; however, analysis between prosthetic training and wrist use reveals some relationships. Go to Full Text of this Article Free
Comparison of Static Balance, Walking Velocity, and Energy Consumption with Knee-Ankle-Foot Orthosis, Walkabout Orthosis, and Reciprocating Gait Orthosis in Thoracic-Level Paraplegic Patients Abe, Kaoru Abe, Kaoru Less JPO Journal of Prosthetics and Orthotics. 18(3):87-91, July 2006. Abstract Abstract In Brief In Brief Favorites PDF Get Content & Permissions Go to Full Text of this Article In Brief: Two thoracic-level paraplegic patients are compared when fitted with three orthoses types in a study designed to prove a hypothesis in which the reciprocating gait orthosis is superior. Go to Full Text of this Article Free
JPO Self-Assessment Examination Less JPO Journal of Prosthetics and Orthotics. 18(3):72-73, July 2006. Favorites PDF Get Content & Permissions Free
