Search for dissertations about: "Anton Rasch"

Found 1 swedish dissertation containing the words Anton Rasch.

2. 1. Muscle mass and function after total hip arthroplasty

   Author : Anton Rasch; Karolinska Institutet; Karolinska Institutet; []
   Keywords : Osteoarthrosis; arthritis; joint disease; hip muscle strength; hip muscle function; outcome; elderly; attenuation; fatty infiltration; gait analysis; balance;

   Abstract : Osteoarthritis (OA) of the hip is a common disease among elderly causing pain, joint stiffness and reduced mobility. Outcome studies have shown total hip arthroplasy (THA) to be a successful surgical procedure. Studies of muscle strength and function after THA are more scarce and results vary. READ MORE