Comparison of Lower Extremity EMG Muscle Testing With Hands-Free Single Crutch vs Standard Axillary Crutches

Background: In order to maintain nonweightbearing restrictions of the lower extremity, an assistive device must be utilized. Currently most devices require the restricted limb to be held in a static position while the contralateral extremity provides forward propulsion. Atrophy and disuse conditions...

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Main Authors: Cuyler Dewar MS, Kevin D. Martin DO, FAAOS, DAL
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: SAGE Publishing 2020-09-01
Series:Foot & Ankle Orthopaedics
Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1177/2473011420939875