O 081 - Diagnostic value of the Duncan Ely test for assessing abnormal activity of the Rectus femoris during gait in stroke patients

Stiff knee gait is characterized by a diminished knee flexion during swing [1] and is commonly observed in children with cerebral palsy and stroke patients and can result in problems with footclearance leading to tripping and an increased risk of falling. Abnormal activity of the rectus femoris is often cited as one of the main causes of stiff knee gait [2]. The gold standard for measuring abnormal activity of the rectus femoris is electromyography. A clinical tool to assess abnormal activity of the m.
Source: Gait and Posture - Category: Orthopaedics Authors: Source Type: research