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Project

Gait Analysis Following Endoprosthetic Reconstruction

Center:

CA-Tarjan Center UCLA, UCEDD

Fiscal Year:

2014

Contact Information:

Eileen Fowler
[email protected]
310-825-4028

Project Description:

The purpose of this study is to determine the effect of tumor resection and endoprostheses on gait biomechanics, muscle strength and energy cost of walking. Oxygen cost data will be collected to determine the amount of energy expenditure during walking. Biomechanical gait parameters as well as knee joint strength will be collected. These data will be compared to across four groups: internal hemipelvectomy, proximal femoral replacement, distal femoral replacement and tibial replacement.The effect of other clinical factors will be considered. The average number of steps taken/day will also be assessed for each participant.

Keyword(s):

Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy, lean body mass, gait, strength, motor function

Core Function(s):

Performing Research or Evaluation

Area of Emphasis

Health-Related Activities

Target Audience:

Professionals and Para-Professionals, Adults with Disabilities

Unserved or Under-served Populations:

Geographic Areas, Other

Primary Target Audience Geographic Descriptor:

National