A semi-active hybrid neuroprosthesis for restoring lower limb function in paraplegics

2014 ◽  
Author(s):  
Nicholas Kirsch ◽  
Naji Alibeji ◽  
Lee Fisher ◽  
Chris Gregory ◽  
Nitin Sharma
Keyword(s):  
Lower Limb ◽  
Limb Function ◽  
Hybrid Neuroprosthesis ◽  
Lower Limb Function

scholarly journals Effectiveness of a 3-month antifalling program in the mobility, balance confidence, and muscle performance of older adults

2021 ◽  
Vol 17 (4) ◽  
pp. 247-255
Author(s):  
Rahim Nor ◽  
Maria Justine ◽  
Angelbeth Joanny ◽  
Azrul Anuar Zolkafli
Keyword(s):  
Older Adults ◽  
High Risk ◽  
Lower Limb ◽  
Risk Group ◽  
Exercise Program ◽  
Muscle Performance ◽  
Limb Function ◽  
Balance Confidence ◽  
Risk Of Fall ◽  
Lower Limb Function

This study determined the effectiveness of a 3-month group-based multicomponent exercise program in the mobility, balance confidence, and muscle performance of older adults. A total of 40 participants (mean age=70.60±6.25 years completed pre- and posttest clinical intervention measures of mobility using the Timed Up and Go (TUG) test, balance confidence using the Activities-specific Balance Confidence scale, upper limb strength (handgrip dynamometer), and lower limb function (30-sec chair rise test). Data were analyzed using paired t-test and based on TUG criteria for risk of fall (low- and high-risk groups). Significant improvements were found in all measures (All P<0.05) following the 3-month program. Measures according to the risk of fall categories were also significantly improved (P<0.01), except the left handgrip strength (P>0.05). The low-risk group showed a higher improvement in mobility (14.87% vs. 11.74%), balance confidence (34.21% vs. 26.08%), and lower limb function (96.87% vs. 21.20%) but was not significantly different from the high-risk group (P>0.05). A group-based multicomponent exercise program benefited the physical functions of older adults at low- or high risk of falls.

Instrumented staircase for kinetic analyses of upper-and lower-limb function during stair gait

2005 ◽  
Vol 43 (5) ◽  
pp. 552-556 ◽  
Author(s):  
S. Chapdelaine ◽  
B. J. McFadyen ◽  
S. Nadeau ◽  
G. St-Vincent ◽  
E. Langelier
Keyword(s):  
Lower Limb ◽  
Limb Function ◽  
Lower Limb Function

Construction and pilot assessment of the Lower Limb Function Assessment Scale

2014 ◽  
Vol 35 (4) ◽  
pp. 729-739 ◽  
Author(s):  
Etienne Allart ◽  
Julie Paquereau ◽  
Caroline Rogeau ◽  
Walter Daveluy ◽  
Odile Kozlowski ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Lower Limb ◽  
Assessment Scale ◽  
Limb Function ◽  
Function Assessment ◽  
Lower Limb Function

scholarly journals Transcranial Direct Current Stimulation to Facilitate Lower Limb Recovery Following Stroke: Current Evidence and Future Directions

2020 ◽  
Vol 10 (5) ◽  
pp. 310
Author(s):  
Samuel Gowan ◽  
Brenton Hordacre
Keyword(s):  
Direct Current ◽  
Transcranial Direct Current Stimulation ◽  
Lower Limb ◽  
Cortical Neurons ◽  
Brain Activity ◽  
Current Evidence ◽  
Potential Candidate ◽  
Limb Function ◽  
Direct Current Stimulation ◽  
Lower Limb Function

Stroke remains a global leading cause of disability. Novel treatment approaches are required to alleviate impairment and promote greater functional recovery. One potential candidate is transcranial direct current stimulation (tDCS), which is thought to non-invasively promote neuroplasticity within the human cortex by transiently altering the resting membrane potential of cortical neurons. To date, much work involving tDCS has focused on upper limb recovery following stroke. However, lower limb rehabilitation is important for regaining mobility, balance, and independence and could equally benefit from tDCS. The purpose of this review is to discuss tDCS as a technique to modulate brain activity and promote recovery of lower limb function following stroke. Preliminary evidence from both healthy adults and stroke survivors indicates that tDCS is a promising intervention to support recovery of lower limb function. Studies provide some indication of both behavioral and physiological changes in brain activity following tDCS. However, much work still remains to be performed to demonstrate the clinical potential of this neuromodulatory intervention. Future studies should consider treatment targets based on individual lesion characteristics, stage of recovery (acute vs. chronic), and residual white matter integrity while accounting for known determinants and biomarkers of tDCS response.

scholarly journals Changes in ADL and lower limb function after total knee arthroplasty

2013 ◽  
Vol 21 ◽  
pp. S261
Author(s):  
Y. Sugawara ◽  
H. Kurosawa ◽  
Y. Shimura ◽  
T. Kawasaki ◽  
M. Tsuchiya ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Total Knee Arthroplasty ◽  
Knee Arthroplasty ◽  
Lower Limb ◽  
Limb Function ◽  
Total Knee ◽  
Lower Limb Function

Kinesio taping effect on quadriceps strength and lower limb function of healthy individuals: A blinded, controlled, randomized, clinical trial

2016 ◽  
Vol 18 ◽  
pp. 27-31 ◽  
Author(s):  
Julio Fernandes de Jesus ◽  
Aline de Almeida Novello ◽  
Gustavo Bezerra Nakaoka ◽  
Amir Curcio dos Reis ◽  
Thiago Yukio Fukuda ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Clinical Trial ◽  
Randomized Clinical Trial ◽  
Lower Limb ◽  
Quadriceps Strength ◽  
Healthy Individuals ◽  
Limb Function ◽  
Kinesio Taping ◽  
Lower Limb Function
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