Using AutoCAD Application as Instrument for Biomechanical Assessment of Orthopedic Impairments

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The aim of our study was to identify if the AutoCAD application may be useful for evaluation during active movements of the body segments (lower limb), and how an orthopedic problem influence the normal pathway. The assement of range of motion is still problematic, especially when the body components is moving. Determining changes in the angles of motion dynamic is important in guiding the intervention plan. The evaluation methods are not enough objective all the time and many details could be not observed during different ADL (activities daily living). The AutoCAD (Auto Computer Aid Design) application was a valid instrument in order to realise the biomechanical analyse in case of knee arthritis. The analyze of moving components is possible using video frames and AutoCAD processing.

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