Early observations of the effects of lateral wedge orthoses
on lower limb muscle length and potential for exacerbating
spasticity
(2010)
Journal Article
spasticity. Prosthetics and Orthotics International, 34(3), 319-326. https://doi.org/10.3109/03093646.2010.504976
Lateral wedge orthoses are often prescribed to correct varus deformity after stroke. Spasticity is implicated in varus deformity and is caused by velocity-related muscle length changes, so a lateral wedge may affect spasticity by manipulating foot an... Read More about Early observations of the effects of lateral wedge orthoses on lower limb muscle length and potential for exacerbating spasticity.