Search for dissertations about: "dynamic ankle foot orthosis"

Found 1 swedish dissertation containing the words dynamic ankle foot orthosis.

2. 1. Dynamic ankle-foot orthoses in children with spastic diplegia : interview and experimental studies

   Author : Annika Näslund; Luleå tekniska universitet; []
   Keywords : MEDICIN OCH HÄLSOVETENSKAP; MEDICAL AND HEALTH SCIENCES; Sjukgymnastik; Physiotherapy;

   Abstract : Dynamic ankle-foot orthosis (DAFO) is a thin supra malleolar orthosis used as a compliment to the total treatment program in children with cerebral palsy (CP) in order to facilitate function in sitting, standing and walking. The DAFO keeps the foot in a functional position and is said to provide the child with proprioceptive feedback for balance- and postural control. READ MORE