Edelstein Joan E
Program in Physical Therapy, College of Physicians and Surgeons, Columbia University, New York, NY 10032, USA.
Phys Med Rehabil Clin N Am. 2013 May;24(2):291-303. doi: 10.1016/j.pmr.2012.11.001. Epub 2013 Jan 18.
Interacting with other people and the environment is fundamental to quality of life. Canes, walkers, and crutches increase, maintain, or improve functional capabilities of many individuals with neurologic disorders. Canes offer a choice of handle, shaft, and base. Walkers have various types of base, uprights, handgrips, platforms, and accessories. Crutch designs include underarm, triceps, forearm, and platform. Orthoses, particularly ankle foot orthoses and knee ankle foot orthoses, are often used to stabilize or immobilize lower limb segments while walking. Studies have shown the benefits of traditional assistive devices on gait, when prescribed and used properly.
与他人及环境互动是生活质量的基础。手杖、助行器和拐杖可增强、维持或改善许多患有神经系统疾病的人的功能能力。手杖有多种手柄、杆身和底座可供选择。助行器有各种类型的底座、立柱、把手、平台和配件。拐杖的设计包括腋下型、三头肌型、前臂型和平台型。矫形器，尤其是踝足矫形器和膝踝足矫形器，常用于在行走时稳定或固定下肢节段。研究表明，传统辅助器械在正确处方和使用时对步态有益。
