How does a systematic tuning protocol for ankle foot orthosis–footwear combinations affect gait in children in cerebral palsy?

Oudenhoven, Laura M.; Kerkum, Yvette L.; Buizer, Annemieke I.; Krogt, Marjolein M. van der

doi:10.1080/09638288.2021.1970829

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“…8 However, how to optimize AFOs to each individual is unclear and AFO responses are generally more variable. 9 In a retrospective analysis of more than 400 children with CP who wore bilateral AFOs, only 37% produced a clinically significant improvement in gait (Gait Deviation Index) compared with barefoot walking. 10 Ankle foot orthoses are also used by individuals who are nonambulatory to correct and prevent musculoskeletal deformities, provide joint alignment, and maintain foot and ankle positions.…”

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“That's frustrating”: Perceptions of ankle foot orthosis provision, use, and needs among people with cerebral palsy and caregivers

Zaino

Yamagami

Gaebler-Spira

et al. 2023

Prosthetics &Amp; Orthotics International

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Background:Cerebral palsy (CP) affects roughly 3 per 1000 births in the United States and is the most common pediatric developmental motor disability. Ankle foot orthoses (AFOs) are commonly prescribed to provide support and improve function for individuals with CP.Objectives:The study objective was to evaluate the lived experiences of individuals with CP and their caregivers regarding AFO access, use, and priorities. We examined experiences around the perceived purpose of AFOs, provision process, current barriers to use, and ideas for future AFO design.Study design:Secondary qualitative data analysis.Methods:Secondary data analysis was performed on semistructured focus groups that included 68 individuals with CP and 74 caregivers. Of the focus group participants, 66 mentioned AFOs (16 individuals with CP and 50 caregivers). Deidentified transcripts were analyzed using inductive coding, and the codes were consolidated into themes.Results:Four themes emerged: 1) AFO provision is a confusing and lengthy process, 2) participants want more information during AFO provision, 3) AFOs are uncomfortable and difficult to use, and 4) AFOs can benefit mobility and independence. Caregivers and individuals with CP recommended ideas such as 3D printing orthoses and education for caregivers on design choices to improve AFO design and provision.Conclusions:Individuals with CP and their caregivers found the AFO provision process frustrating but highlight that AFOs support mobility and participation. Further opportunities exist to support function and participation of people with CP by streamlining AFO provision processes, creating educational materials, and improving AFO design for comfort and ease of use.

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“That's frustrating”: Perceptions of ankle foot orthosis provision, use, and needs among people with cerebral palsy and caregivers

Zaino

Yamagami

Gaebler-Spira

et al. 2023

Prosthetics &Amp; Orthotics International

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Impact of video vector analysis of ankle foot orthoses in children with physical disability: A 10-year clinical review

O’Sullivan,

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Quinn

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Gait & Posture

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Analyzing Walking with Ankle Foot Orthoses Using Shank-mounted Wearable Movement Sensors

Blackwell

2023

The 25th International ACM SIGACCESS Conference on Computers and Accessibility

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How does a systematic tuning protocol for ankle foot orthosis–footwear combinations affect gait in children in cerebral palsy?

Abstract: M. van der Krogt (2021): How does a systematic tuning protocol for ankle foot orthosis-footwear combinations affect gait in children in cerebral palsy?, Disability and Rehabilitation,

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“That's frustrating”: Perceptions of ankle foot orthosis provision, use, and needs among people with cerebral palsy and caregivers

“That's frustrating”: Perceptions of ankle foot orthosis provision, use, and needs among people with cerebral palsy and caregivers

Impact of video vector analysis of ankle foot orthoses in children with physical disability: A 10-year clinical review

Analyzing Walking with Ankle Foot Orthoses Using Shank-mounted Wearable Movement Sensors

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