Prosthetic energy return during walking increases after 3 weeks of adaptation to a new device
Abstract Background There are many studies that have investigated biomechanical differences among prosthetic feet, but not changes due to adaptation over time. There is a need for objective measures to quantify the process of adaptation for individuals with a transtibial amputation. Mechanical power...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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BMC
2018-01-01
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Series: | Journal of NeuroEngineering and Rehabilitation |
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Online Access: | http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s12984-018-0347-1 |