A Goniometry Paradigm Shift to Measure Burn Scar Contracture in Burn Patients

Abstract

Objective: To test more extensively a recently designed Revised Goniometry (RG) method and compare it to Standard Goniometry (SG)used to measure burn scar contracted joint angles for determining disability severity and function in a burn population.Hypothesis: Significant statistical differences in patient joint angle measurements will be found between SG techniques compared to RG techniques which incorporate CKM and CFU principles. Specific Aim 1: Statistically compare SG measurements obtained using the traditional technique versus the newly designed RG measurement method at seven joints of interest with a predilection to develop burn scar contracture. Specific Aim 2: To statistically associate the severity of burn scar tissue contractures goniometrically with the extent of CFU involvement. Specific Aim 3: To statistically document the influence that adjacent joint position has on goniometric results related to patient functional outcomes.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Oct 01, 2016
Accession Number
AD1022092

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