STROKE-MOBILITY INTERVENTIONS, CONVENTIONAL ORTHOSES
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SUMMARY
1. Single-point canes improve gait speed and endurance, while quad canes improve balance.
2. Ground-reaction AFOs may be effective for improving gait and functional ambulation, but the evidence is mixed for balance.
Reference(s)
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Cuccurullo, S. (2019). Physical medicine and rehabilitation board review. New York: Demosmedical. Get it on Amazon.
O’Young, B., Young, M.A. and Stiens, S.A. (2008). Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Secrets. Mosby. Get it on Amazon.
