Objective Functional Outcome Measures in Orthopedic Surgery Using Advanced Tracking Technologies
Summary
The proposed project will address the measurement and ramifications of out-of-home mobility problems in various orthopedic disorders in an innovative way, using advanced tracking technologies.
Study Design
Observational Model: Cohort, Time Perspective: Cross-Sectional
Conditions
Orthopedic Disorders
Location
Hadassah Medical Organization
Jerusalem
Israel
91120
Status
Recruiting
Source
Hadassah Medical Organization
Results (where available)
Links
- Source: http://clinicaltrials.gov/show/NCT00641823
- Information obtained from ClinicalTrials.gov on July 15, 2010
Medical and Biotech [MESH] Definitions
Orthopedic Equipment
Nonexpendable items used in the performance of orthopedic surgery and related therapy. They are differentiated from ORTHOTIC DEVICES, apparatus used to prevent or correct deformities in patients.
Orthopedic Nursing
The specialty or practice of nursing in the care of the orthopedic patient.
Orthopedic Fixation Devices
Devices which are used in the treatment of orthopedic injuries and diseases.
Manipulation, Orthopedic
The planned and carefully managed manual movement of the musculoskeletal system, extremities, and spine to produce increased motion. The term is sometimes used to denote a precise sequence of movements of a joint to determine the presence of disease or to reduce a dislocation. In the case of fractures, orthopedic manipulation can produce better position and alignment of the fracture. (From Blauvelt & Nelson, A Manual of Orthopaedic Terminology, 5th ed, p264)
Communication Disorders
Disorders of verbal and nonverbal communication caused by receptive or expressive LANGUAGE DISORDERS, cognitive dysfunction (e.g., MENTAL RETARDATION), psychiatric conditions, and HEARING DISORDERS.
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