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11	Evaluation of Dynamic Prosthetic Alignment Techniques for Individuals with Transtibial Amputation Chen, Wen Jia Caroline 21 November 2012 (has links) Although dynamic prosthetic alignment is an important process for the rehabilitation of transtibial amputees, such alignment technique is subjective and inconsistent. Using biomechanical variables and questionnaire assessments, this study compared an instrument-assisted dynamic alignment technique using the Compas™ system and conventional alignment techniques on nine adults with unilateral transtibial amputation. A focus group discussion was conducted with six prosthetists to understand clinical practice of dynamic alignment and their perception of the Compas™ system. Results found that Compas™ produced more anterior weight line displacement and greater varus moment on the prosthesis than conventional alignment techniques. Alignment changes did not affect pelvic acceleration, and the instrument-assisted alignment technique produced certain biomechanical changes but not necessarily better alignments. Although the current version of the Compas™ system is not clinically feasible, it can be used as a teaching/justification tool. Further investigation with larger sample size and ankle alignment or moment measures is needed. prosthetic biomedical engineering alignment technology transtibial amputation biomechanic mobility prosthesis lower limb rehabilitation alignment technique focus group prosthetist amputee gait Compas™ system moment weight line pelvic acceleration 0541 0382
12	Evaluation of Dynamic Prosthetic Alignment Techniques for Individuals with Transtibial Amputation Chen, Wen Jia Caroline 21 November 2012 (has links) Although dynamic prosthetic alignment is an important process for the rehabilitation of transtibial amputees, such alignment technique is subjective and inconsistent. Using biomechanical variables and questionnaire assessments, this study compared an instrument-assisted dynamic alignment technique using the Compas™ system and conventional alignment techniques on nine adults with unilateral transtibial amputation. A focus group discussion was conducted with six prosthetists to understand clinical practice of dynamic alignment and their perception of the Compas™ system. Results found that Compas™ produced more anterior weight line displacement and greater varus moment on the prosthesis than conventional alignment techniques. Alignment changes did not affect pelvic acceleration, and the instrument-assisted alignment technique produced certain biomechanical changes but not necessarily better alignments. Although the current version of the Compas™ system is not clinically feasible, it can be used as a teaching/justification tool. Further investigation with larger sample size and ankle alignment or moment measures is needed. prosthetic biomedical engineering alignment technology transtibial amputation biomechanic mobility prosthesis lower limb rehabilitation alignment technique focus group prosthetist amputee gait Compas™ system moment weight line pelvic acceleration 0541 0382
13	Panorama of Popular Haitian Music and Folklore St Jean, Jean Wilner S 01 January 2017 (has links) Haitian music has been influenced by the people who lived on the island from the native before the Columbus discovered Haiti to the United States occupation. This country is rich in culture which has impacted by the Creole identity. The overview of the different kind of Haitian music by categories and subcategories from the beginning to now. The government, the religion, the social class, and population play an important role in the popularity and acceptance of certain music. Haitian music Haitian folklore Haitian dance Creole identity Compas voodoo Ethnomusicology Folklore History of Religion Other History Other International and Area Studies Other Languages, Societies, and Cultures Other Religion Social and Cultural Anthropology

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