Applied Biomechanics and Bioinformatics for Analysis of Limb Lengthening Research [ ]


Biomechanics demonstrated by the variety of topics associated with physical therapy such as exercise, sports, neuromuscular control, energetics, and locomotor apparatus. Biomechanical treatment related to physical and mechanical components of the patient. Physical therapists are educated in the bio aspect of treatment, whereas prosthetists/orthotists are educated in the mechanical aspect. Physical therapy need to become more familiar with mechanical treatment and learn how to integrate this into their physical treatment program. Orthotics must become more familiar with the importance of physical treatment and the internal corrective forces necessary for efficient ambulation. In order to develop biomechanical treatment, an understanding of genetic factors that based on responsible genes for bone formation, is needed. Limb lengthening is used increasingly for children who have unequal lengths.