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