Utilizing 3-D Weight Bearing Kinematic Imaging in Prosthetics and Orthotics
Any mechanically aided device whether it be a foot orthotic, bioengineered devices, knee, hip, spinal devices including bracing and prosthetic limbs requires an analysis of biomechanical changes relative to the effects of that orthosis on that anatomical area of the body. These devices are affected by reactive ground forces from the body and there should be a conserted effort to evaluate and control the cyclic load conditions.
- Any orthosis is going to have a change in the mechanical alteration of limb function.
- Understanding the effects of these devices is important in the total rehabilitation and stabilization of the patient from an ergonomic and biomechanical perspective.
- Utilizing 3-D weight-bearing kinematic imaging is a critical tool in the understanding of simple to complex cyclic load conditions during static and dynamic gait.
- 3DO imaging, (Three Dimensional Orthodynamics), has proven to be a very effective diagnostic tool in the evaluation of bracing and orthosis utilization.
More information can be found by going to the following websites;
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| Lumbar Orthosis |
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| BK Ankle - Foot Brace |
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| Knee Brace |
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