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Mechanical Testing of a Novel Fastening Device to Improve Scoliosis Bracing Biomechanics for Treating Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis

Velcro fastening straps are commonly used to secure a scoliosis brace around the upper body and apply corrective forces to the spine. However, strap loosening and tension loss have been reported that reduce spinal correction and treatment efficacy. A novel fastening device, or controlled tension uni...

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Autores principales: Chung, Chloe L., Kelly, Derek M., Sawyer, Jeffery R., Steele, Jack R., Tate, Terry S., Bateman, Cody K., DiAngelo, Denis J.
Formato: Online Artículo Texto
Lenguaje:English
Publicado: Hindawi 2018
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Acceso en línea:https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6109578/
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/30159027
http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/2018/7813960