Performance of three walking orthoses for the paralysed: a case study using gait analysis.

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  • R J Jefferson
  • M W Whittle
چکیده

Three types of walking orthosis are currently available to enable paralysed people to achieve reciprocal gait. This case study assesses the performance in walking of one patient who was proficient in the use of all three devices. The results of a biomechanical analysis are presented in which comparisons are made between the orthoses in terms of general gait parameters and movement of the lower limbs and pelvis.

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عنوان ژورنال:
  • Prosthetics and orthotics international

دوره 14 3  شماره 

صفحات  -

تاریخ انتشار 1990