Effectiveness of orthotic devices in the treatment of forward head posture: A systematic review [PDF]
Journal of Rehabilitation and Assistive Technologies EngineeringForward head posture (FHP), defined as the anterior positioning of the cervical spine where the head protrudes forward in relation to the body’s vertical line, has become increasingly common, primarily due to sedentary lifestyles and extensive use of ...
Reza hamzelouie +5 more
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User satisfaction with orthotic devices and service in taiwan. [PDF]
PLoS ONE, 2014 User satisfaction is afforded considerable importance as an outcome measurement in evidence-based healthcare and the client-centered approach. Several studies have investigated user satisfaction with orthoses.
Chiung-Ling Chen +5 more
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Advances in the clinical application of orthotic devices for stroke and spinal cord injury since 2013 [PDF]
Frontiers in Neurology, 2023 Stroke and spinal cord injury are common neurological disorders that can cause various dysfunctions. Motor dysfunction is a common dysfunction that easily leads to complications such as joint stiffness and muscle contracture and markedly impairs the ...
Yinxing Cui +7 more
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Cleaner Engineering and Technology, 2022 The theme of additive manufacturing technology (AMT) is trending among all production sectors, whether it is a mass-production industry or concerned with customized parts fabrication.
Ashwani Kumar, Deepak Chhabra
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Writing orthotic device for the management of writer's cramp [PDF]
Frontiers in Neurology, 2013 Background: Oral therapies and chemodenervation procedures are often unrewarding in the treatment of focal, task-specific hand disorders such as writer's cramp or primary writing tremor.
Narayanasarma V. Singam +2 more
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Orthotic devices for the treatment of tennis elbow
The Cochrane Library, 2002 Lateral epicondylitis (tennis elbow) is a frequently reported condition. A wide variety of treatment strategies has been described. As of yet, no optimal strategy has been identified.To assess the effectiveness of orthotic devices for the treatment of tennis elbow.We searched Medline, Embase, CINAHL, the Cochrane Controlled Trial Register, Current ...
Peter Aa Struijs +2 more
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Comparative Effectiveness of Combined Orthotic and Physiotherapy Interventions Versus Monotherapy in the Management of Knee Osteoarthritis on Clinical Parameters: A Systematic Review of Randomized Controlled Trials [PDF]
Health Science ReportsBackground and Aims Knee osteoarthritis (OA) is a common degenerative joint disease affecting 22.9% of individuals over 40 years of age, causing pain and functional impairment.
Mahsa Zangi +5 more
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A systematic review and narrative synthesis of footwear and orthotic devices used in the management of ankle haemarthrosis and haemarthropathy in haemophilia [PDF]
Haemophilia, 2022 Richard A Wilkins +2 more
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Exploring barriers to access and use of limb prostheses and orthoses in sub-Saharan Africa: A systematic review [PDF]
African Journal of DisabilityBackground: Prosthetic and orthotic devices play a significant role in enhancing the quality of life for individuals with disabilities by improving mobility, health, psychological well-being, and socio-economic opportunities.
Birhanu M. Addis +2 more
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Indonesian Journal of Disability Studies, 2023 This research contributes to ongoing efforts to enhance healthcare service quality and improve the well-being of individuals with disabilities, particularly those with physical disabilities relying on orthotic-prosthetic care in their communities ...
Feryanda Utami, Argianto Argianto
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