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ArticleMuscles, ligaments and tendons journal

Functional leg length discrepancy between theories and reliable instrumental assessment: a study about newly invented NPoS system.

Asmaa Mahmoud, Paolo Abundo, Luisanna Basile, Caterina Albensi, Morena Marasco, Letizia Bellizzi, Franco Galasso, Calogero Foti

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Asmaa MahmoudPhysical and Rehabilitation Medicine, Department of Clinical Sciences and Translational Medicine, "Tor Vergata" University, Rome, Italy.
Paolo AbundoMedical Engineering Service, Polyclinic Tor Vergata, Rome, Italy.
Luisanna BasilePhysical and Rehabilitation Medicine, Department of Clinical Sciences and Translational Medicine, "Tor Vergata" University, Rome, Italy.
Caterina AlbensiPhysical and Rehabilitation Medicine, Department of Clinical Sciences and Translational Medicine, "Tor Vergata" University, Rome, Italy.
Morena MarascoMedical Engineering Service, Polyclinic Tor Vergata, Rome, Italy.
Letizia BellizziMedical Engineering Service, Polyclinic Tor Vergata, Rome, Italy.
Franco GalassoBaro Postural Instruments Srl Innovative Start Up, Rome, Italy.
Calogero FotiPhysical and Rehabilitation Medicine, Department of Clinical Sciences and Translational Medicine, "Tor Vergata" University, Rome, Italy.
University of Rome Tor Vergata · IT

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Abstract

backgroundIn spite the instinct social&financial impact of Leg Length Discrepancy (LLD), controversial and conflicting results still exist regarding a reliable assessment/correction method. For proper management it's essential to discriminate between anatomical&functional Leg Length Discrepancy (FLLD). With the newly invented NPoS (New Postural Solution), under the umbrella of the collaboration of PRM Department, Tor Vergata University with Baro Postural Instruments srl, positive results were observed in both measuring& compensating the hemi-pelvic antero-medial rotation in FLLD through personalized bilateral heel raise using two NPoS components: Foot Image System (FIS) and Postural Optimizer System (POS). This led our research interest to test the validity of NPoS as a preliminary step before evaluating its implementations in postural disorders.

methodsAfter clinical evaluation, 4 subjects with FLLD have been assessed by NPoS. Over a period of 2 months, every subject was evaluated 12 times by two different operators, 48 measurements in total, results have been verified in correlation to BTS GaitLab results.

resultsIntra-Operator&inter-operator variability analysis showed statistically insignificant differences, while inter-method variability between NPoS and BTS parameters expressed a linear correlation.

conclusionResults suggest a significant validity of NPoS in assessment&correction of FLLD, with high degree of reproducibility with minimal operator dependency. This can be considered a base for promising clinical implications of NPoS as a reliable cost effective postural assessment/corrective tool. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE: V.

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anatomic leg length discrepancyfunctional leg length discrepancyhemi-pelvic rotationlower limb inequalitynew postural solutionpersonalized heel raisepostural assessment

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PMID29264341
PMCPMC5725179
OpenAlexW2772943775

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