The effect of alignment on the balance and confidence of trans-femoral prosthesis users: a literature review

Donna Fisher; Anthony McGarry; Sarah Deans

The effect of alignment on the balance and confidence of trans-femoral prosthesis users: a literature review

Donna Fisher, Anthony McGarry, Sarah Deans

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Abstract

The aim of this review was to establish current protocols for trans-femoral alignment and appropriate balance and confidence outcome measurements. Optimal alignment and repeatability may lead to more stable and functional gait.

Original language	English
Publication status	Published - 4 Feb 2013
Event	ISPO 2013 World Congress - HICC, Hyderabad, India Duration: 4 Feb 2013 → 7 Feb 2013 http://www.ispo2013.org/

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Conference	ISPO 2013 World Congress
Abbreviated title	ISPO2013
Country/Territory	India
City	Hyderabad
Period	4/02/13 → 7/02/13
Other	Inclusion, Participation & Empowerment
Internet address	http://www.ispo2013.org/

Keywords

trans-femoral
amputee
balance
confidence
trans-femoral prosthesis users
prosthesis

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The effect of alignment on the balance and confidence of trans-femoral prosthesis users: a literature review

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