REHABILITATION of the upper extremity in hemiplegie patients presents multiple problems. Superimposed musculoskeletal and neuromuscular complications may be obscured by the hemiplegia. Prompt ...

Based on epidemiological studies, it seems evident that manual wheelchair propulsion and wheelchair-related daily life activities cause a heavy load on the upper extremities, especially for persons ...

August 28, 2009 — The benefits of exercises to strengthen muscles in the upper arms, shoulders, and chest of patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) extend beyond the upper ...

Visit NAP.edu/10766 to get more information about this book, to buy it in print, or to download it as a free PDF. This chapter provides a review of the biomechanics literature on the low back and ...

A recent clinical trial has shown that cellular therapy is safe and effective in stopping the deterioration of upper limb and heart functions in patients with late-stage Duchenne muscular dystrophy. A ...

Dear Dr. Roach: I am a 55-year-old male. After five or six days of thinking I had pulled a muscle in my bicep, I was diagnosed via ultrasound with an unprovoked, extensive deep-vein thrombosis in my ...

Blue Arbor Technologies today announced a partnership with Ottobock, anchored by a $5 million investment to advance neuromuscular tech.

Over the past several years, occupational exoskeletons have evolved from concept to reality. They have become widely available and are used across a range of industries. Their primary function is to ...

UEDVT is a condition where a blood clot forms in a deep vein in the upper body, typically linked to medical devices like central lines or strenuous physical activity. It can cause serious ...