Search for dissertations about: "grip and release"

Showing result 1 - 5 of 8 swedish dissertations containing the words grip and release.

2. 1. Surgical restoration of grasp control in tetraplegia

   Author : Carina Reinholdt; Göteborgs universitet; []
   Keywords : MEDICIN OCH HÄLSOVETENSKAP; MEDICAL AND HEALTH SCIENCES; tetraplegia; tendon transfers; alphabet procedure; spasticity; grip and release; electrogoniometry; distal intrinsic release; ECU-tenodesis; grip strength; intrisic tightness; pinch strength;

   Abstract : Surgical Restoration of Grasp Control in Tetraplegia Carina Reinholdt Department of Orthopedics/Hand Surgery, Institute of Clinical Sciences, The Sahlgrenska Academy, University of Gothenburg, Göteborg, Sweden ABSTRACT Aim: The overall aim of this thesis was to improve the grasp and release function of patients with tetraplegia undergoing reconstructive hand surgery. In order to reach this objective, new and more cost-efficient surgical concepts with maintained patient safety were designed. READ MORE

4. 2. Upper limb assessment and treatment in cerebral palsy

   Author : Izabela Blaszczyk; Mikael Wiberg; Louise Rönnqvist; Ann van Heest; Umeå universitet; []
   Keywords : MEDICIN OCH HÄLSOVETENSKAP; MEDICAL AND HEALTH SCIENCES; Cerebral palsy; upper limb; botulinum toxin type A; upper limb surgery; side effects; thumb assessment; handkirurgi; hand surgery;

   Abstract : Cerebral palsy (CP) is a heterogeneous group of neurological disorders caused by fetal or infant brain damage that often involves deficits in upper limb (UL) posture and function. Knowledge about effective methods of assessment and treatment of UL in CP is not extensive. In this thesis, different aspects of these two are explored. READ MORE

5. 3. Rehabilitation and outcomes after spasticity-correcting surgery in the upper limb

   Author : Therese Ramström; Göteborgs universitet; []
   Keywords : MEDICIN OCH HÄLSOVETENSKAP; MEDICAL AND HEALTH SCIENCES; central nervous system diseases; ; muscle spasticity; ; activities of daily living; ; occupational therapy; ; patient-reported outcome measures; ; rehabilitation; ; spinal cord injuries; ; stroke; ; upper extremity; ; motor activity;

   Abstract : Background: The ability to perform everyday life activities is beneficial for one’s self-identity and contributes to human well-being. Enhancement of activity performance is therefore central in all forms of rehabilitation. READ MORE

6. 4. Wrist fractures : aspects of surgical methods and outcome

   Author : Cecilia Mellstrand Navarro; Karolinska Institutet; Karolinska Institutet; []
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   Abstract : Wrist fractures are the most frequently occurring fractures in any emergency setting. Treatment regimens range from a plaster cast to a combination of advanced surgical methods. Many fractures heal without remaining morbidity but 15 – 30% of patients report remaining disability of the hand and wrist. READ MORE

7. 5. Treatment of Epicondylalgia and Nerve Entrapments around the Elbow

   Author : Birgitta Svernlöv; Lars Adolfsson; Göran Nylander; Gunnar Kratz; Carl Ekholm; Linköpings universitet; []
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   Abstract : Disorders causing pain in the elbow region is a common problem and is one of the most frequent forms of work-related health problems. These conditions are thus of major importance from the public health point of view, as well as from that of the suffering individual. READ MORE