Biomechanical assessment of balance and posture in subjects with ankylosing spondylitis

Biomechanical assessment of balance and posture in subjects with ankylosing spondylitis

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>Ankylosing spondylitis is a major chronic rheumatic disease that predominantly affects axial joints, determining a rigid spine from the occiput to the sacrum. The dorsal hyperkyphosis may induce the patients to stand in a stooped pos...

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Main Authors: Sawacha Zimi, Carraro Elena, Del Din Silvia, Guiotto Annamaria, Bonaldo Lara, Punzi Leonardo, Cobelli Claudio, Masiero Stefano
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2012-08-01
Series:Journal of NeuroEngineering and Rehabilitation
Subjects:
Ankylosing Spondylitis
Postural balance
Biomechanics
Online Access:http://www.jneuroengrehab.com/content/9/1/63

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