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Transtibial energy-storage-and-return prosthetic devices : a review of energy concepts and a proposed nomenclature
HAFNER BJ; SANDERS JE; CZERNIECKI JM
J REHABIL RES DEV , 2002, vol. 39, n° 1, p. 1-11 Doc n°: 104674 Localisation : Documentation IRR Descripteurs : EC16 -PROTHESE DE MEMBRE INFERIEUR , EB32 - AMPUTATION TRANSTIBIALE - AMPUTATION du PIED Prosthetic devices that can store and return energy during gait enhance the mobility and functionality of lower-limb amputees. The process of selecting and fitting such devices is complicated, partly because of confusing literature on the topic. Gait analysis methods for measuring energy characteristics are often incomplete, leading to inconsistencies in the energy classifications of different products. These inconsistencies are part of the reason for the lack of universally accurate terminology in the field. Inaccurate terminology perpetuates misunderstanding. In this paper, important prosthetic energy concepts and methods for measuring energy characteristics are reviewed. Then a technically accurate nomenclature and a method of functional classification are proposed. This review and proposed classification scheme should help to alleviate confusion and should facilitate enhancement of the design, selection, and fitting of prosthetic limbs for amputee patients. Langue : ANGLAIS Identifiant basis : 2002222611 |
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