The aim of this work is to propose a new 2-DOF robotic platform with hybrid parallel-serial structure and to undertake its parametric design so that it can follow the whole range of ankle related foot movements. This robot can serve as a human ankle rehabilitation device. The existing ankle rehabilitation devices present typically one or more of the following shortcomings: redundancy, large siz...

CONTEXT Kinematic patterns during gait have not been extensively studied in relation to chronic ankle instability (CAI). OBJECTIVE To determine whether individuals with CAI demonstrate altered ankle kinematics and shank-rear-foot coupling compared with controls during walking and jogging. DESIGN Case control. SETTING Motion-analysis laboratory. PARTICIPANTS 7 participants (3 men, 4 wome...

BACKGROUND The use of knee-ankle-foot orthoses with drop locked knee joints produces some limitations for walking in subjects with quadriceps muscle weakness. The development of stance control orthoses can potentially improve their functionality. OBJECTIVES The aim of this review was to compare the evidence of the effect of stance control orthoses to knee-ankle-foot orthoses with drop locked ...

Benign bone tumors of the foot and ankle typically present both a diagnostic and therapeutic challenge to podiatric surgeons. These lesions have a relatively low incidence of occuffence in the foot and ankle when compared to other regions of the body, and the behavior of these lesions may mimic malignant tumors. Not only is it impofiant to recognize a specific lesion to insure proper treatment,...

The goal of this study was to describe the movement patterns of the ankle joint whilst standing on one leg. Ten healthy adult females (age 24 +/- 5.3 years) performed a one-legged standing task with eyes closed. Force platform recordings and video analyses were used to describe the kinematic and kinetic characteristics of the ankle joint during this task. A rocking movement of the foot (heel in...

This review summarises the key points in taking a history and performing a comprehensive clinical examination for patients with foot and/or ankle problems. It is a useful guide for residents who are preparing for their specialty exams, as well as family doctors and any other doctor who has to deal with foot and ankle problems in adults.

Foot and ankle pain is common in children and adolescents. Problems are usually related to skeletal maturity and are fairly specific to the age of the child. Evaluation and management is challenging and requires a thorough history and physical exam, and understanding of the pediatric skeleton. This article will review common causes of foot and ankle pain in the pediatric population.

OBJECTIVES Foot and ankle injuries that result in sprains or fractures are commonly encountered at the emergency department. The purpose of the present study is to find out the accuracy of ultrasound (US) scanning in injuries in the aforementioned areas. METHODS Ottawa Ankle Rules-positive patients older than 16 years who presented to the emergency department with foot or ankle injuries were ...