Search for dissertations about: "Foot problems"

Showing result 16 - 20 of 25 swedish dissertations containing the words Foot problems.

  2. 16. Analysis of body motions based on optical markers. Accuracy, error analysis and clinical applications

    Author : Roy Tranberg; Göteborgs universitet; []
    Keywords : MEDICIN OCH HÄLSOVETENSKAP; MEDICAL AND HEALTH SCIENCES; Instrumented gait analysis Motion analysis Skin markers Optical tracking system;

    Abstract : This thesis aims to evaluate the influence of soft-tissue artefacts on analyses of body motions based on optical markers. A second aim is to apply instrumented gait analysis in clinical situations. Introduction: Instrumented gait analysis has been used since 1960 as a clinical evaluation/investigative tool at orthopaedic clinics. READ MORE

  4. 17. Autonomous Localization in Unknown Environments

    Author : Jonas Callmer; Fredrik Gustafsson; Paul Havinga; Linköpings universitet; []
    Keywords : TEKNIK OCH TEKNOLOGIER; ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY; Localization; indoor positioning; heading estimation; magnetometers;

    Abstract : Over the last 20 years, navigation has almost become synonymous with satellite positioning, e.g. the Global Positioning System (GPS). On land, sea or in the air, on the road or in a city, knowing ones position is a question of getting a clear line of sight to enough satellites. READ MORE

  5. 18. Surgical aspects on patients with diabetes mellitus and chronic limb-threatening ischemia

    Author : Erika Lilja; Vaskulära sjukdomar - kliniska studier; []
    Keywords : MEDICIN OCH HÄLSOVETENSKAP; MEDICAL AND HEALTH SCIENCES; MEDICIN OCH HÄLSOVETENSKAP; MEDICAL AND HEALTH SCIENCES; Diabetes Mellitus: complications; chronic limb-threatening ischemia CLTI ; vascular surgery; peripheral artery disease PAD ;

    Abstract : Background: During the 21st century, diabetes mellitus (DM) and peripheral artery disease (PAD) have become global problems. It is estimated that 19-34% of individuals with DM will develop a foot ulcer during their lifetime, and many will be amputated. READ MORE

  6. 19. Strategies for Molecular Engineering of Macroscopic Adhesion and Integrity Focusing on Cellulose Based Materials

    Author : Andrea Träger; Lars Wågberg; Eva Malmström; Anna Carlmark; Matthew Tirrell; KTH; []
    Keywords : NATURVETENSKAP; NATURAL SCIENCES; blockcopolymer; cellulose; adhesion; ATRP; micelle; Fiber- och polymervetenskap; Fibre and Polymer Science;

    Abstract : Many aspects of modern human life pose a strain on the delicate ecosystems around us. One example is marine litter – mainly various plastic items – which accumulate in the marine environment, where they cause problems for the fauna, such as ingestion and entanglement. READ MORE

  7. 20. Day surgery; routines, pain and recovery

    Author : Metha Brattwall; Göteborgs universitet; []
    Keywords : MEDICIN OCH HÄLSOVETENSKAP; MEDICAL AND HEALTH SCIENCES; day surgery pain routines recovery nausea and vomiting nicotine postoperative pain analgesics tramadol etoricoxib snuff EQ-5d health profile self-assessed questionnaire follow-up;

    Abstract : Day surgery in Sweden is increasing both in numbers and in types of procedures. Also older and sicker patients are often included in day case surgery programs, which puts an extra demand on good practice. Methods: Study I: Questionnaires regarding routines used in 2005 were sent to all day surgery clinics in Sweden. READ MORE