Robot-Assisted Gait Training for Achieving Gait Symmetry in a Subacute Stroke Patient: A Case Report.

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Conflict of interest statement: Human subjects: Consent for treatment and open access publication was obtained or waived by all participants in this study. Conflicts of interest: In compliance with the ICMJE uniform disclosure form, all authors declare the following: Payment/services info: All authors have declared that no financial support was received from any organization for the submitted work. Financial relationships: All authors have declared that they have no financial relationships at present or within the previous three years with any organizations that might have an interest in the submitted work. Other relationships: All authors have declared that there are no other relationships or activities that could appear to have influenced the submitted work. 3. Phys Med Rehabil Clin N Am. 2021 Aug;32(3):509-526. doi: 10.1016/j.pmr.2021.03.001. Epub 2021 May 20. Bracing: Upper and Lower Limb Orthoses. Wheeler CA(1). Author information: (1)LPG Physiatry, 765 Allens Avenue, Suite 110, Providence, RI 02905, USA. Electronic address: claudia.wheeler@lifespan.org. The goals of bracing in polio and postpolio are to optimize joint position and support weak muscles with the goal of reducing falls, reducing deformities, and optimizing energy conservation. Orthoses are primarily used in the lower extremities to optimize gait. Less frequently, upper extremity orthoses are required. Polio survivors are at increased risk of falls and injuries. Appropriate bracing and compliance with the prescribed device can prevent falls and injuries. The best orthotic results are often achieved with patients who have significant deficits but walk regularly, are well motivated, and are willing to adapt their gait for orthotic use. Copyright © 2021 Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved. DOI: 10.1016/j.pmr.2021.03.001