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Ankle Proprioception Correlates With Functional Mobility In People With Peripheral Neuropathy, Shuqi Zhang, Li Li
Ankle Proprioception Correlates With Functional Mobility In People With Peripheral Neuropathy, Shuqi Zhang, Li Li
Department of Health Sciences and Kinesiology Faculty Presentations
Introduction: The ankle proprioception could influence the functional stability of ankle joint. In addition, ankle proprioception may indirectly influence postural control. Furthermore, ankle proprioception may play an important role in the impaired somatosensory system. Purpose: The purpose is to examine if ankle proprioception is correlated with functional mobility in people with Peripheral Neuropathy (PN) and health age-matched control. Methods: Twenty one people with, and twelve age-matched without PN, were recruited. Active (AAP) and passive (PAP) ankle proprioception were assessed using Biodex 3 dynamometer (Biodex Medical System, Inc, Shirley, NY, USA). Participants sat in the Biodex chair with the back of …