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We Can Do Better
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Ernest M. Burgess, MD
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My first real involvement in the care of amputees occurred in World War II. I had just finished a classical orthopedic residency where the few amputees we encountered were children with congenital limb deficits and adolescents with limb malignancies....
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The Repeatability of Total Contact Cast Applications: Implications for Clinical Trials
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Heather D. Hartsell, PhD, PT
Chris Fellner, BS
Rita Frantz, PhD, RN
Charles L. Saltzman, MD
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Using the Pedar system of plantar pressure measurement, this study was designed to determine the repeatability of total contact cast application by a skilled technician using standardized technique, with implications for clinical research.
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The Function of the Reciprocal Link in Paraplegic Orthotic Gait
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Philippa Dall, BSc
Malcolm Granat, BSc, PhD
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A review of the literature was conducted to highlight the qualitative and quantitative evidence for mechanical function of the reciprocal link in hip-knee-ankle-foot othoses used for walking by individuals with thoracic level paraplegia.
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Radiographic Comparison of Vertical Tibial Translation Using Two Types of Suspensions on a Transtibial Prosthesis: A Case Study
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Jason E. Tanner, CO
Gary M. Berke, MS, CP
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In this single-patient case study, a radiographic comparison of vertical tibial translation was made based on the use of a silicone suction socket suspension and a neoprene sleeve on the prosthesis of a transtibial amputeee.
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Hinged-Dynamic Posterior Device Permits Greater Loads on the Graft and Similar Stability as Compared with Its Equivalent Rigid Device: A Three-Dimensional Finite Element Assessment
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Vijay K. Goel, PhD
Regina J. Konz, MS
H. T. Chang, MS
Nicole M. Grosland, PhD
Leon J. Grobler, MD
K. D. Chesmel
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A three-dimensional finite element model was developed to compare the load sharing capabilities of the hinged (or dynamic) versus rigid states of a posterior lumbar spinal fixation device.
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