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Showing 1 to 14 of 14 for “"ankle range of motion"”.
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The effect of injury on ankle range of motion and proprioception
To assess the effect of injury to the ankle on postural sway in participants with a history of no injuries, one injury and two or more injuries. To compare the changes in passive range of motion of the ankle in participants with no injuries, one injury and two or more injuries. The results suggest …
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The Relationship among Ankle Function, Functional Capacity, and Body Composition to Balance in Geriatric Populations
<p>The primary purpose of this research study was to identify significant relationships among measures of ankle strength, ankle range of motion, body composition, and functional capacity to balance ability in geriatric populations which may potentially assist in identifying older individuals with …
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Understanding Home Care Aides’ Roles in Health Care for Older Adults
… adults residing at home with these challenges often require support from various individuals, including home care aides (HCAs). Home care aides provide personal care (e.g., bathing) and housekeeping (e.g., laundry) and are not considered part of medical care. Mounting research demonstrates that …
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The effect of talo-crural joint manipulation on range of motion at the ankle joint in subjects with a history of ankle injury
There is little research available on the effects of peripheral joint manipulation. Only a few studies have examined the effect of manipulation on ankle range of motion, with conflicting results. This study aimed to determine whether a single high-velocity, low amplitude (HVLA) thrust manipulation …
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Ankle Mobility and Lower Extremity Functional Stability Assessment and Intervention for Collegiate Baseball Pitchers
… baseball pitchers experience a high incidence of upper extremity injuries, often associated with impaired force transfer through the kinetic chain. Limited ankle dorsiflexion may alter stride length and increase injury risk. Purpose: This study aimed to establish a screening tool to identify …
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THE EFFECT OF A NOVEL REHABILITATION PROGRAM ON WALKING PERFORMANCE IN PERSONS WITH MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS
<p>The purpose of this study was to compare if the addition of the NewGait™ device to traditional therapy in comparison to traditional therapy alone would be more effective at improving walking technique and walking performance in persons with multiple sclerosis. Eighteen patients with multiple …
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Recovery of Balance and Lower Extremity Joint Contributions in Total Ankle Arthroplasty Patients
Ankle arthritis is a debilitating condition that causes severe pain and decreased function in the affected limb on the order of end-stage hip arthrosis, end-stage kidney disease, and congestive heart failure. Total ankle replacement is a viable surgical option for treating end-stage ankle …
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The Relationship between Dorsiflexion Range of Motion and Knee Kinematics in a Land-and-Jump Task
… and non weight-bearing dorsiflexion range of motion and frontal knee kinematics at initial ground contact and maximal knee flexion in a land-and-jump task. Thirteen male participants (age = 23 + 2.35 y, height = 181.4 + 5.68 cm, mass = 84.5 + 17.2 kg) proficient in landing and jumping …
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Model and Characterization of a Passive Biomimetic Ankle for Lower Extremity Powered Exoskeleton
… spinal cord injury (SCI) to perform activities of daily living, such as standing, walking, or stair and ramp ascent/descent. However, current LEPE walk slowly and require extensive use of forearm crutches to maintain user stability. Consequently, this limits LEPE time of use and overall system …
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Relationships Between Key Performance Indicators Across Four Swimming Strokes and by Distances in Competitive Swimmers
… and develop race strategies. The purpose of the study was to investigate the effect of key performance indicators (KPIs), such as stroke rate (SR;#/s), stroke count (SC;#), stroke length (SL;m) and kick frequency (KF;#/s) on total swim time (s), across four swimming strokes (butterfly, …
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Neuromuscular control adaptation during recovery from injury
… system adapts to the imposed restrictions on motion in order to achieve desired kinematic outcomes. In some cases, these adaptations result in alternate compensation strategies that linger after the injury heals. By combining dynamical-systems modeling and clinical experimentation, this work …
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A Comparison of Strength, ROM, Laxity, and Static and Dynamic Postural Control Between Ankle Copers and Patients With Chronic Ankle Instability
Objective: The purpose of this study was to examine differences between ankle sprain copers and those with CAI in selected measures that are known to differentiate CAI and healthy individuals. Increased ankle laxity and diminished strength, ankle range of motion (ROM), and static and dynamic …
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An investigation of the Landing Error Scoring System and clinically assessable sport-related injury risk factors
… Reinvestment Scale (MSRS), and dorsiflexion range of motion (ROM) have all been used to assess injury risk factors, although their influence on dynamic movements remains relatively unexplored. Aim: To explore the LESS and other clinically assessable sport-related injury risk factors. Methods: …
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Effects of Static Versus Dynamic Cupping on Ankle Dorsiflexion
… to whether cupping improves other outcomes, like range of motion. Possessing a limited range of motion can lead to musculoskeletal injury. The aim of this research is to determine the acute effect of different methods of cupping therapy on ankle dorsiflexion. <strong>METHODS</strong>: A total of …