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Christopher G Neville, PT, PhD Assistant Professor, CHP-Physical Therapy 2225 A.C. Silverman Building Upstate Medical University 750 East Adams Street Syracuse, NY 13210 (315) 464-6888

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Research Abstract

Mechanics of Adult Acquired Flatfoot Deformity (AAFD)

This area of research focuses on understanding the mechanical effects of flatfoot deformity, primarily related to Posterior Tibial Tendon Dysfunction (PTTD). The goal is to translate work from the lab into clinical practice. Current Studies Include:

Effect of Posterior Tibial Tendon Dysfunction Specific Braces on Foot Kinematics in subjects with stage II Posterior Tibial Tendon Dysfunction

The purpose of this research project is to quantify foot motion (kinematics) during walking in subjects with stage II posterior tibial tendon dysfunction (PTTD) when using an Airlift Brace (off-the-shelf)(Aircast, Inc) versus an Arizona brace (custom)(Arizona, Inc) which are both currently available clinically for subjects with PTTD. It is hypothesized that the custom Arizona brace will produce greater improvements in foot kinematics (hindfoot inversion, forefoot adduction, and a higher medial longitudinal arch) compared to the off-the-shelf AirLift brace.

Quantifying the Effects of Tendon Morphology on Function in subjects with stage II Posterior Tibial Tendon Dysfunction

The purpose of this study is to investigate how foot function may be associated with tendon structure. Various clinical and outcome based measures of foot function will be used in conjunction with high-frequency ultrasound imaging to quantify function and tendon morphology in subjects with stage II PTTD.

Study of Gait in subjects with Cerebral Palsy (CP)

This area of research is a collaborative work with the department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation.

Effects of correction of leg length inequality on gait in children with cerebral palsy

This is a pilot study aimed at understanding the influence of leg length inequality (LLI) on gait in subjects with cerebral palsy (CP). Leg length inequality (LLI) of more than 1 centimeter (cm) is common in children with cerebral palsy but therapeutic interventions to manage this problem are controversial and unstudied. Although surgical procedures are used to correct gross LLI, correction of more mild (<2.5cm) differences with conservative options have not been explored.

This profile was last updated on 09/04/2009

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