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Does the Application of a Lycra Arm Sleeve Change Shoulder Biomechanics in Young Healthy People? A Mechanistic Study
Introduction Glenohumeral subluxation (GHS) is commonly reported in people with stroke. Lycra sleeves provide a compressive and supportive effect, influencing the neuromuscular activity in the affected body segment. A recent study reported reduction in GHS (acromion-greater tuberosity [AGT] distance) after application of Lycra arm sleeve; however, its mechanism on the shoulder region as a whole is unclear. The aim of this study was to investigate if application of a Lycra sleeve changes the AGT distance, muscle activity around the shoulder region, and scapular position. Methods Healthy participants aged older than 18 ...
Source: JPO Journal of Prosthetics and Orthotics - December 21, 2019 Category: Orthopaedics Tags: ORIGINAL RESEARCH ARTICLES Source Type: research

Implementation of the Transtibial Johnson Prosthetic Leg in Tegucigalpa, Honduras
Conclusions The research hypothesis was accepted based on a criterion of greater than 50% of the participants who were previously unable to work had an increased ability to obtain employment after using the JPL. It was also noted that 65/66 patients (98.48%) self-reported improved self-esteem using a researcher-developed survey and would recommend this prosthetic device to other individuals with amputation. By greatly reducing financial barriers, the $100 JPL is a potential cost-effective solution to help persons with amputation living in developing nations acquire prosthetic legs. This successful pilot study provides ju...
Source: JPO Journal of Prosthetics and Orthotics - December 21, 2019 Category: Orthopaedics Tags: ORIGINAL RESEARCH ARTICLES Source Type: research

Exploratory Investigation into Energy Expenditure Using Tuned versus Nontuned Ankle-Foot Orthoses–Footwear Combinations in Children with Cerebral Palsy
Conclusions Tuning the AFO-FC of children with CP has the potential to decrease energy expenditure and increase speed and distance compared with providing a nontuned AFO-FC. (Source: JPO Journal of Prosthetics and Orthotics)
Source: JPO Journal of Prosthetics and Orthotics - December 21, 2019 Category: Orthopaedics Tags: CME ARTICLES Source Type: research

A Review on Surface Electromyography-Controlled Hand Robotic Devices Used for Rehabilitation and Assistance in Activities of Daily Living
Conclusions This article highlights the important issues about the sEMG control method and accentuates the weaknesses associated with this type of control to assist researchers in overcoming problems that impede sEMG-controlled robotic devices to be feasible and practical tools for people afflicted with hand impairment. (Source: JPO Journal of Prosthetics and Orthotics)
Source: JPO Journal of Prosthetics and Orthotics - December 21, 2019 Category: Orthopaedics Tags: CME ARTICLES Source Type: research

Editor’s Comments
No abstract available (Source: JPO Journal of Prosthetics and Orthotics)
Source: JPO Journal of Prosthetics and Orthotics - December 21, 2019 Category: Orthopaedics Tags: EDITOR†S COMMENTS Source Type: research

Method to Evaluate the Sagittal Plane Mobility of the Medial Arch of the Shod Foot with Foot Orthosis
Conclusions Clinicians and researchers can use the method described in this note to evaluate the sagittal plane mobility of the medial arch of the shod foot with a foot orthosis. The method is clinically useful for optimizing the in-shoe effectiveness of foot orthoses to treat foot pathomechanical disorders. (Source: JPO Journal of Prosthetics and Orthotics)
Source: JPO Journal of Prosthetics and Orthotics - September 14, 2019 Category: Orthopaedics Tags: TECHNICAL NOTE Source Type: research

The Accuracy of Variously Positioned Pedometers for Lower-Limb Prosthesis Users
Conclusions The individual with amputation can wear the activity monitor at any of the locations and on either the affected or nonaffected side, and it seems wearing the devices on the hip will provide the most accurate results. Among the individuals with unilateral amputation, there were no differences in metrics between affected and nonaffected limbs. For our bilateral participants, the same nondifferences were observed. The Omron HJ-329 is thus an affordable, viable activity monitor for the population of persons with lower-limb amputation. (Source: JPO Journal of Prosthetics and Orthotics)
Source: JPO Journal of Prosthetics and Orthotics - September 14, 2019 Category: Orthopaedics Tags: ORIGINAL RESEARCH ARTICLES Source Type: research

Unlimbited Wellness: Telehealth for Adults with Upper-Limb Difference
Conclusions The program results indicate that a TH service delivery can be beneficial to enact health behavior change and empower individuals with upper-limb difference. (Source: JPO Journal of Prosthetics and Orthotics)
Source: JPO Journal of Prosthetics and Orthotics - September 14, 2019 Category: Orthopaedics Tags: ORIGINAL RESEARCH ARTICLES Source Type: research

Transtibial Prosthetic Socket Design and Suspension Mechanism: A Literature Review
Conclusions A conclusion on whether socket preference is due to the suspension mechanism or socket design itself cannot be drawn. Patellar tendon bearing (PTB) sockets are still successfully used and, in some studies, preferred over total surface bearing (TSB) sockets. Biomechanically, however, TSB sockets allow for a more even weight distribution when combined with suction, particularly vacuum-assisted socket suspension (VASS). Some limited evidence exists to support that such designs may have some effect on wound healing and early ambulation. Further research must be conducted to standardize acclimation periods. Crosso...
Source: JPO Journal of Prosthetics and Orthotics - September 14, 2019 Category: Orthopaedics Tags: ORIGINAL RESEARCH ARTICLES Source Type: research

JPO Editor’s Comments
No abstract available (Source: JPO Journal of Prosthetics and Orthotics)
Source: JPO Journal of Prosthetics and Orthotics - September 14, 2019 Category: Orthopaedics Tags: EDITOR’S COMMENTS Source Type: research

Modular Prosthetic Limb Control by an Individual with Congenital Upper-Limb Amputation: A Case Report
Conclusions This case demonstrates that even individuals with congenital amputation may be considered as candidates for upper-limb PR-controlled myoelectric prosthetic devices using surface electrodes. (Source: JPO Journal of Prosthetics and Orthotics)
Source: JPO Journal of Prosthetics and Orthotics - June 13, 2019 Category: Orthopaedics Tags: CASE REPORT Source Type: research

Impact Testing of Prosthetic Feet for High-Activity Prosthesis Users: A Pilot Study
Conclusions The test system successfully measures impact resilience and is sensitive to foot type. Large effect sizes indicate substantial differences between prosthetic feet marketed for active prosthesis users. (Source: JPO Journal of Prosthetics and Orthotics)
Source: JPO Journal of Prosthetics and Orthotics - June 13, 2019 Category: Orthopaedics Tags: ORIGINAL RESEARCH ARTICLES Source Type: research

Plantar Pressure During Gait in Pregnancy-Related Pelvic Girdle Pain and the Influence of Pelvic Belts
Conclusions Pregnant women, with or without PGP, showed nearly the same changes in plantar pressure during gait. PGP did not change plantar pressure parameters. Wearing any of the belts during pregnancy did not have an effect on plantar pressure parameters during gait in pregnant women with PGP. (Source: JPO Journal of Prosthetics and Orthotics)
Source: JPO Journal of Prosthetics and Orthotics - June 13, 2019 Category: Orthopaedics Tags: ORIGINAL RESEARCH ARTICLES Source Type: research

Projected Health Care Associated Costs of Workplace-Related Traumatic Amputation After 10, 15, and 20 Years: Part I: Lower Limb
Conclusions The results of this cost investigation provide new information regarding all aspects of health care for individuals with lower-limb amputation, including trends in prosthesis prescription and yearly costs, and how prosthetic prescription may alter these long-term costs. (Source: JPO Journal of Prosthetics and Orthotics)
Source: JPO Journal of Prosthetics and Orthotics - June 13, 2019 Category: Orthopaedics Tags: ORIGINAL RESEARCH ARTICLES Source Type: research

Finite Element Analysis of the Jaipur Foot: Implications for Design Improvement
Conclusions Future work could use this model for alternative designs of the Jaipur Foot. (Source: JPO Journal of Prosthetics and Orthotics)
Source: JPO Journal of Prosthetics and Orthotics - June 13, 2019 Category: Orthopaedics Tags: ORIGINAL RESEARCH ARTICLES Source Type: research