Clinical Use of Tissue Compliance Meter for Documentation of Soft Tissue Pathology

Fischer, Andrew A.

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“…Previous studies have shown that simple devices for assessing tissue characteristics result in statistically different values for the slope of the F-D curve [3][4]45]. Figure 5 shows a similar pattern.…”

Section: Indentation Of Foot Tissuesupporting

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“…For example, Fischer developed a portable handheld tissue compliance meter [3] and later Kawchuk and Herzog examined its reliability and reported low ICC values (all <0.22) for interrater reliability [45]. Klaesner et al also developed a handheld portable indention system but with very high interrater and intrarater reliability (ICC values = 0.99) [4].…”

Section: Indentation Of Foot Tissuementioning

confidence: 99%

“…The mechanical properties of foot tissue are useful to the design of differing types of footwear [1][2] and in the detection and diagnosis of foot tissue abnormalities [3][4].…”

Section: Introductionmentioning

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“…In clinical settings, tissue assessments are predominantly performed through palpation [11], even though such evaluations are inherently subjective and rely on observer experiences [12]. Thus, not surprisingly, differing instruments have been developed for objectively characterizing the mechanical properties of foot tissue [3,11,13].…”

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An indentation apparatus for evaluating discomfort and pain thresholds in conjunction with mechanical properties of foot tissue in vivo

Xiong

Goonetilleke²,

Witana³

et al. 2010

JRRD

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Abstract-The mechanical properties of human foot tissue in vivo as well as discomfort and pain thresholds are important for various applications. In this study, an apparatus for measuring the discomfort and pain thresholds and the mechanical properties of human tissues is presented. The apparatus employs a stepper motor that controls the indentation speed, as well as a load cell and potentiometer that determine the corresponding reaction force and tissue deformation (displacement), respectively. A LabVIEW program (LabVIEW 8, National Instruments Corporation; Austin, Texas) was developed to control the indentation via a data acquisition card. The apparatus can accommodate indentor displacements up to 35 mm and can impart forces up to 150 N at a controlled indentation speed in the range of 0 to 10 mm/s. Tests showed that the displacement measurement error is 0.17 mm in the nominal range (0.5% in the full scale) and the measurement error of force is 1.6 N in the nominal range (1.1% in the full scale). Experimental results indicate that the apparatus is reliable and flexible for measuring the mechanical properties of foot tissue in vivo in conjunction with pain and discomfort thresholds.

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Section: Indentation Of Foot Tissuesupporting

confidence: 61%

Section: Indentation Of Foot Tissuementioning

confidence: 99%

“…The mechanical properties of foot tissue are useful to the design of differing types of footwear [1][2] and in the detection and diagnosis of foot tissue abnormalities [3][4].…”

Section: Introductionmentioning

confidence: 99%

Section: Introductionmentioning

confidence: 99%

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An indentation apparatus for evaluating discomfort and pain thresholds in conjunction with mechanical properties of foot tissue in vivo

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Goonetilleke²,

Witana³

et al. 2010

JRRD

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“…More recently, Fischer (1981) introduced a dial-based instrument for evaluation of soft-tissue pathology. This device has changeable tips that allow a variety of applications from trigger-point measurement (Fischer & Chang, 1986) to pressure tolerance over muscles and bones (Fischer, 1986b).…”

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Reinventing the algometer: Synopsis of the literature and presentation of a reliable, inexpensive model

Rainwater

McNeil

1991

Behavior Research Methods, Instruments, & Computers

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This article summarizes the historical development ofthe algometerirtscirntiflcinvestigations and notes hallmarks in the evolution of the device. The algometer has served as a safe nociceptive stimulus for more than a century. Although the earliest renditions were inexpensive, they were often unreliable and difficult to operate. More modern versions have brought reliability, but at increased expense and complexity. Newer versions have failed to make the device easy enough to use to be practical. The "reinvented" algometer is reliable, less expensive than commercial devices, and easy to build and use. These improvements should allow greater application of the algometer in empirical research and assessment of pain.

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Ultrasound treatment of cutaneous side‐effects of infused apomorphine: A randomized controlled pilot study

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Clinical Use of Tissue Compliance Meter for Documentation of Soft Tissue Pathology

Cited by 71 publications

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An indentation apparatus for evaluating discomfort and pain thresholds in conjunction with mechanical properties of foot tissue in vivo

An indentation apparatus for evaluating discomfort and pain thresholds in conjunction with mechanical properties of foot tissue in vivo

Reinventing the algometer: Synopsis of the literature and presentation of a reliable, inexpensive model

Ultrasound treatment of cutaneous side‐effects of infused apomorphine: A randomized controlled pilot study

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