Free Papers
| Time | Program Code | Thursday, March 5 |
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| 2:40 PM - 4:10 PM | F1 | Free Papers Forces in the Uprights of a KAFO Kenton Kaufman, PhD, PE, Kathie Berhardt Review the results of a study undertaken to quantify the restraining forces at the knee joint of a KAFO. |
| F2 | Free Papers Quadriceps Muscle Strength in Patients After Knee Arthroplasty: A Literature Review Gary Bedard, CO, FAAOP Utilize the results of this literature review of Arthrogenous muscle inhibition (AMI) to decide if an orthotic protocol should be established for patients, especially with the availability of function and stability restoring stance control Orthoses. |
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| F3 | Free Papers Management of Bilateral Complex Clubfeet - A Clinical/Parental Perspective Karl Barner, CPO, LPO Examine results of a case study in treating a patient born with complex clubfeet and the treatments that occurred in the care. |
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| F4 | Free Papers Dynamic Lycra® Orthoses: A Literature Review Martin J. A. Matthews, MBAPO Discuss the literature review carried out as part of a post graduate research degree into the use of Lycra® leggings as an orthotic intervention in children with spastic diplegia. |
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| F5 | Free Papers Single Case Study - Traditional AFO vs. Adjustable Dynamic Response - A Comparison Study Taffy Bowman, CPO Explore a study that demonstrates how to utilize a pedometer to objectively measure activity levels and a simple AFO patient satisfaction survey to subjectively assess patient's self perception of function in two separate Orthoses outside the clinical setting. |
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| F6 | Free Papers Utilization of Stance Control Orthoses for Individuals with Combined Weakness of Quadriceps and Hip Musculature James H. Campbell, PhD, CO, FAAOP, Santiago Munoz, CPO Consider the problems associated with combined weakness of the quadriceps and hip musculature and discuss a series of case studies that highlight the clinical strategies that can be adopted to allow successful utilization of stance control technology. |
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| F7 | Free Papers How Copper Plays a Key Role in Angiogenesis & Skin Regeneration Richard C. Zatcoff, DPM Review the results of a study that strongly supports introducing copper-oxide in wound-dressings to enhance healing of chronic ischemic wounds. |
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| Time | Program Code | Friday, March 6 |
| 8:10 AM - 9:55 AM | F8 | Free Papers Landing Patterns in Children with Unilateral Lower Extremity Amputation Markita L. Reid, MS, PT, Mark D. Geil, PhD The aim of this study was to investigate how children with unilateral lower limb amputation land from a vertical drop. |
| F9 | Free Papers Effect of Prosthetic Foot/Ankle Alignment on Balance Efficiency While Standing on Sloped Surfaces in Persons with Transfemoral Amputations Brian L. Ruhe, MS, Steven Gard, PhD Examine results of this study that investigated how prosthetic foot/ankle alignment affects balance efficiency on sloped surfaces in persons with transfemoral amputations. |
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| F10 | Free Papers Clinical Guidelines for Adapting the Bicycle to Recreational Cyclists with Transtibial Amputations W. Lee Childers, MSPO, Robert Kistenberg, MPH, CP, FAAOP, Robert Gregor, PhD Review guidelines that are from a review of data and experience acquired from on going Persons with a Transtibial Amputation (PTA) cycling studies in conjunction with a computer model to investigate basic questions. |
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| F11 | Free Papers The Effect of Posterior Backpack Loads on Static Balance and Postural Sway in Children with Unilateral Lower Extremity Amputation Kevin J. Wasco, MS, Mark D. Geil, PhD Discuss results of a study that compared the ability of children with limb loss to maintain balance during backpack carriage with similar overall results to their typically developing peers. |
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| F12 | Free Papers Do Clinical Studies Prove Microprocessor Knees are More Effective? Kenton R. Kaufman, PhD, PE Examine whether or not there is sufficient clinical research supporting the claim that microprocessor-controlled knees provide greater efficiency and effectiveness over conventional lower-limit prostheses. |
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| F13 | Free Papers Symmetry of Weight Distribution While Rising from a Chair in Transtibial Amputees Vibhor Agrawal, MS, Christopher O'Toole, Ignacio Gaunaurd, MSPT, Robert Gailey, III, PhD, PT Explore results of a study to characterize loading patterns of the intact and amputated limbs during the various phases of sit-to-stand (STS) activity for the two conditions of rising from a commercially available standard height chair without the use of upper limbs and rising from the same chair with the aid of hands placed on the armrests. |
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| F14 | Free Papers Decreased Ambulatory Heart Rate in a Geriatric Client Following C-Leg M. Jason Highsmith, PT, DPT, CP, FAAOP Examine the first year of rehabilitation of a deconditioned geriatric client with unilateral Transfemoral amputation. Discuss the interventions and assessments used to improve and document the ambulatory effort used with this client. |
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| 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM | F15 | Free Papers Randomized Cross-Over Study of AFO Ankle Components in Adults with Post-Stroke Hemiparesis: Preliminary Results Stefania Fatone, PhD, BPO (Hons), Steven Gard, PhD, Rebecca L. Stine, MS Review results of this randomized cross-over study that was done to assess the effect of different ankle components on the gait of adults with post-stroke hemiparesis who wore articulated AFOs. |
| F16 | Free Papers The Effect of Orthotics in Industry with High Pedal Demands Markus Walther, MD, PhD Examine results of a study that investigated if well being, absenteeism from work and quality of life can be influenced by orthotics. |
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| F17 | Free Papers Perceptions and Acceptance of Osseointegration Among Individuals with Lower Limb Amputations: A Prospective Survey Study Joseph B. Webster, MD Review study results to determine perceptions and acceptance of Osseointegration as a means of prosthetic suspension among individuals with lower limb amputations and to identify factors which may relate to an individual's willingness to consider the procedure once it is available in the United States. |
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| F18 | Free Papers Kinematic Effects of Sloped Surfaces on Shank Angle for Persons with Drop Foot Kristin Carnahan, MSPO This study examined the impact of sloped surfaces on the shank angle and the resulting reliability of the tilt sensor for stimulation control for people with Drop Foot. |
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| F19 | Free Papers Diligent Durability Testing Adam Erickson, PE Gain an understanding of the significant time and resources that are spent on durability testing to ensure that a product is durable and reliable. |
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| F20 | Free Papers Axis Congruence and Axis Migration of Knee Orthoses in Practice - Results of Kinematic Investigations Kevin Wasco, MS Review results of a study that was designed to enable the fit of the orthosis and any change in the fit to be measured visually during a defined load. |
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| 1:35 PM - 3:05 PM | F21 | Free Papers The Zwolle Isala Prosthesis (ZIP) C.H. Emmelot, MD, PhD Discuss the author's development of a prosthesis which should be comfortable, light weight, hardwearing, cheap, and which can be used as long as possible. |
| F22 | Free Papers A New Hip Joint System Used to Minimize Gait Deviations through Design and Function Mark Edwards, MHPE, CP This session will review the history of hip disarticulation biomechanics and describe new solutions available through this new hip joint system. |
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| F23 | Free Papers Early Amputee Rehabilitation - Preliminary Experience with a Double Centrode Polycentric Knee Joint Wieland Kaphingst, CPO Review results of a study of the Double Centrode Polycentric Knee Joint as a potentially versatile and safe prosthetic component. |
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| F24 | Free Papers Classifying New Techniques in Lower Extremity Computer Controlled Prosthetics Jay Martin, CP, LP This presentation will discuss the differences between the new categories of lower extremity computer controlled prosthetics from both an engineering development perspective and clinical considerations perspective so that practitioners can better understand which device may be best suited for the user. |
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| F25 | Free Papers Digital Measurement with Image 3D and ScanCam - Experience of 50,000 Measurements Gerd Ebert, MD This presentation will provide information on the difference of circumference measurements considering demographical aspects such as sex, age, rural and urban population. |
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| F26 | Free Papers The Biomechanical Effects of Heel Heights on a Unilateral Transtibial Amputation DeAnna Clough, MSPO, CO The goal of this research project was to study the biomechanical effects of heel heights on a subject with a unilateral Transtibial amputation using gait analysis and force plate data collection. |
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| 3:10 PM - 4:40 PM | F27 | Free Papers Case Study: Severe Positional Plagiocephaly Related to a Giant Mandibulo-Facial Tumor Patricia Rogel, CO, OTR/L This presentation will review the infant's course of treatment and outcomes. It will broach the subject of ethical considerations for the practitioner when considering treatment options for infants with complex head shapes related to progressive or dire disease states. |
| F28 | Free Papers A Retrospective Comparison Between Different Modification Techniques of Cranial Remolding Orthosis in the Treatment of Plagiocephaly and Brachycephaly Chelsey B. Anderson The purpose of this study is to investigate the difference, if any, between two modification styles of cranial remolding devices. |
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| F29 | Free Papers Case Study - Former 25 Week Premie with Hydrocephalus and Scaphocephaly Referred for Cranial Remolding Patricia Rogel, CO, OTR/L This presentation will discuss the course of treatment and outcomes for an infant born 25 weeks prematurely weighing 1 pound 7 ounces. |
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| F30 | Free Papers A Kinematic Comparison While Using Body-Powered and Myoelectric Prostheses Stephanie L. Carey, PhD This study examined the kinematic differences of a bilateral transradial amputee using body-powered and myoelectric prostheses during select activities of daily living. |
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| F31 | Free Papers Active Socket - Activity Adjusting Negative-Pressure TransRadial Socket Adam R. Finnieston, CPO, LPO This presentation will discuss the recently introduced clinical technique for achieving negative-pressure in TransTibial sockets (without the use of mechanical/electrical components) and how it has been modified to apply to TransRadial sockets. |
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| F32 | Free Papers Wrist Innovation to Improve Function of Electric Terminal Devices Harold H. Sears, PhD, Edwin Iversen, MS, Shawn Archer, MS, Tony Jacobs Review results of a study that concluded that wrist function is clearly an important contributor to function of the Terminal Device and thus the prosthesis. Evolution of designs will be described in response to wearer feedback. |
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| 5:50 PM - 6:50 PM | F33 | Free Papers A Model Program to Coordinate Prosthetic & Orthotic Outreach (P.O.C.C.) Activities Robert Kistenberg, MPH, CP, FAAOP Review the history of the Prosthetic & Orthotic Component Clearinghouse, the impact this project has had on developing world prosthetics and orthotics as well as offer suggestions for how others can participate with international humanitarian P&O mission activities. |
| F34 | Free Papers A Model for Applying Evidence Based Practice (EBP) to Orthotics and Prosthetics Sean Zellar, MSPO The objectives of this study are to give participants an understanding of EBP, indicate the barriers to implementing EBP, present a useful model for applying EBP to clinical practice, and to discuss clinical experience developing an evidence based practice using this model. |
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| F35 | Free Papers Pendulum Dynamics in Gait Russell Ward, CPO Review how pendulum dynamics can be used to improve the function of an artificial device. |
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| F36 | Free Papers Dynamic Lycra® Orthoses Treatment for Shoulder Instability Martin J. A. Matthews, MBAPO This presentation will describe a dynamic Lycra® shoulder stability Orthosis specifically designed to provide a means of supporting, but allowing as full range of movement as possible coupled with the provision of integral shoulder stability and pain reduction often experienced by this client group. |
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| Time | Program Code | Saturday, March 7 |
| 7:00 AM - 8:30 AM | F37 | Free Papers Analysis of Impression, Mold Rectification, and Socket Shapes for Transtibial Total Surface Bearing Sockets Chris Robinson, MBA, CO, ATC, Jason Wening, MS, CP, Bridget Tenner, PhD The objective of this study was to assess the impression, check socket, and final socket shapes to determine the relative differences in volume, sagittal/coronal diameter, circumference and contours between various techniques employed in the fitting of TSB sockets. |
| F38 | Free Papers Clinical Biomechanics of the Partial Foot Gerald Stark, Jr., CPO/L, FAAOP The purpose of this study was to compare the accepted principles of partial foot amputation to current evidence regarding pressure, biomechanics and prosthetic recommendation. |
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| F39 | Free Papers Elevated Vacuum: Amputee Patient Outcomes - Evaluating Patient Verbal Opinion and Pressure Data Jeffrey A. Denune, CP/LP, Maria J. Gerschutz, PhD The purpose of this study was to provide outcome information concerning elevated vacuum levels for amputee patients. |
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| F40 | Free Papers Transtibial Prosthesis Alignment: The State-of-the-Science Edward S. Neumann, PhD, CP, PE The goals of this study were to develop Evidence Statements that could be used to guide clinical decision-making, indicate the level of confidence that clinicians could place in the statements, identify methodological concerns with the research methods that have been used and make recommendations concerning future research. |
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| F41 | Free Papers Bilateral Knee Flexion Indicates Symmetry During Use of Articulating Prosthetic Knees in Crawling Children Colleen Coulter-O'Berry, PT, MS, PCS Review the results of a study to assess the implications of an articulating knee component on crawling children with limb loss. |
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| F42 | Free Papers The Effect of Contemporary Prosthetic Design on the Physical Function of the Transfemoral Amputee Bill Marmaras, CPO This study independently evaluated the effect of contemporary prosthetic devices on the physical function of a group of Transfemoral amputees. |
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| 7:30 AM - 8:30 AM | F43 | Free Papers Treating the X-Rays vs. Treating Cosmesis and Balance in Idiopathic Scoliosis Jose Miguel Gomez, MD, LO Review the importance of skilled observation, clinical evaluation and individual consideration for optimal patient care. An appropriate assessment process can provide feedback for the continuous improvement of the treatment process. |
| F44 | Free Papers Orthotic Management of Pectus Carinatum James Del Bianco, BSE The purpose of this presentation is to provide a description of the orthotic management of pectus carinatum — a chest wall deformity in which the sternum and adjacent costal cartilages protrude anteriourly in a convex manner. |
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| F45 | Free Papers Two Case Studies that Demonstrate the Importance of Accurate Classification in Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis Valerie Vachon, MS The goal of this report is to present two cases of adolescent idiopathic scoliosis and to highlight the importance of accurate classification. The impact and problems associated with the mis-classification of similar curves will be discussed. |
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| F46 | Free Papers Coronal Plane Alignment in Orthotic Treatment of Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis Nicole Yeh, MS This is a retrospective study examining coronal plane spine radiographs of 50 adolescents diagnosed with idiopathic scoliosis and prescribed a Boston Brace-style thoracolumbosacral orthosis. |
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| 10:40 AM - 12:25 PM | F47 | Free Papers Clinical Overview of Dynamic AFOs Karl Fillauer, CPO/L, FAAOP Review current designs that utilize composite uprights and their corresponding affect to the joint motions during gait. Different classes of dynamic AFOs will be compared and differentiated from existing designs. The integration of various composite, thermoplastic and thermosetting materials will be discussed to achieve proper resistance, stiffness, flexion, and conformability to optimize gait. |
| F48 | Free Papers The Efficacy of Combining FES Treatment With a Low-Profile Articulated AFO for Patients with Food Drop Eric Hinderager The aim of this study was to investigate the efficacy of combining FES treatment with a low-profile, articulated AFO for patients with foot drop. |
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| F50 | Free Papers Focus on Footwear: International Workshop on Integrated Treatment for Elephantiasis, Leprosy and Diabetes Mary Jo Geyer, PT, PhD, CPed, Dennis Janisse, CPed, Ray Burdett, PT, PhD, CPed Discuss footwear problems in relation to Elephantiasis, Leprosy and Diabetes. |
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| F51 | Free Papers A Concept of Orthotic Hip-Joint Design Utilizing Robot Engineering Liang-Wey Chang, PhD, CO, PE The purpose of this study was to utilize a concept of robot end effect with a systematic design procedure to illustrate a new way to thinking in terms of hip-joint design for orthotics. |
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| F52 | Free Papers What is the Effect of Lift Modalities in a Leg Length Discrepancy to the Apathological Sagittal Plane of the Lower Extremities to the Transverse Plane of the Foot? Rick Woodland, CPed The purpose of this presentation is to show the reasoning why a heel lift should extend proximal to the met heads. It is also to show why full length sole lifts are to be used above a certain leg length discrepancy. |
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| F53 | Free Papers Shoe Fit & Shoe Insert Comparison on the Reduction of Lower Extremity Injuries Due to External Factors Barry Whiteside, PT, LTC Explore whether poor military boot performance justifies the initiative to develop a better approach to foot measurement and foot/boot fit for better performance. |
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| F54 | Free Papers The Capacity of the Prosthetic Profession to Provide Lower Extremity Prosthetic Limbs within the State of Georgia Robert Kistenberg, MPH, CP, FAAOP The central purpose of this study was to investigate the number of lower-limb prostheses produced in Georgia during the years 2000 and 2004. |
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| F55 | Free Papers The Usefulness of Self Audits in Finding Lost Revenue Pam Filippis, CO Gain an understanding of self audits and how they can affect lost revenue. |
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| F56 | Free Papers Establishing Outcomes in an O&P Practice Jim Alaimo, CPO This presentation outlines one approach to measuring the efficacy of clinical intervention in O&P and shows the results obtained in a one year period. |
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| F57 | Free Papers Health and Satisfaction Issues for Service Members with Major Traumatic Amputations from Vietnam and OIF/OEF Gayle Reiber, PhD Review study results that identify key health and prosthetic-related issues for Vietnam and OIF/OEF service members with major traumatic amputations occurring in a combat theater. |
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