Causes and Complications of Quadriceps Weakness
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Which of the following is NOT a type of knee-ankle-foot orthosis (KAFO) mentioned in the text?

  • Passive KAFO
  • Dynamic KAFO
  • Powered KAFO (correct)
  • Stance control KAFO (SCKAFO)

    • What is a potential disadvantage of conventional or passive KAFOs mentioned in the text?

  • They restrict knee flexion during walking.
  • They are not suitable for individuals with distal edema.
  • They increase energy consumption during walking. (correct)
  • They provide insufficient stability for individuals with quadriceps weakness.

    • What is the primary indication for using a hybrid KAFO design?

  • Tendency for distal edema (correct)
  • Obesity
  • Severe quadriceps weakness
  • Patient preference

    • What is a potential complication associated with the use of conventional or passive KAFOs, as mentioned in the text?

    <p>Abandonment by patients in daily life</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements about individuals with severe quadriceps weakness is true, according to the text?

    <p>They benefit from the strong stability provided by conventional or passive KAFOs.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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