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The chiromorphoergometry and the chirophotogrammetry
Bollettino Della Societa Italiana Di Biologia Sperimentale
|August 30, 1983
Summary
This study introduces a new method to measure hand and wrist involvement using four tests, including postural and photogrammetric assessments. This technique aids in evaluating conditions like rheumatoid arthritis.
Area of Science:
- Orthopedics
- Rheumatology
- Medical Imaging
Background:
- Assessing morpho-functional hand and wrist involvement is crucial for managing conditions like rheumatoid arthritis.
- Existing methods may not fully capture the complex functional changes in the hands and wrists.
Purpose of the Study:
- To present a novel, comprehensive method for quantifying morpho-functional hand and wrist involvement.
- To establish a reliable tool for tracking disease progression and therapeutic effectiveness in patients.
Main Methods:
- The method integrates three postural tests (Praying Hands, Dorsum Opposed, Phalanges Opposed) to measure specific angles (alpha 1, alpha 2, alpha 3).
- A photogrammetric test using a Chigot's plantiscope calculates a surface index (I4) based on illuminated area.
- Mathematical formulas synthesize angle and surface measurements into indices (I1-I3, I4) and a general index (It).
Main Results:
- The proposed method provides quantitative indices derived from postural and photogrammetric assessments.
- Photographic documentation captures angles and surfaces for objective analysis.
- The general index (It) offers a synthesized measure of hand and wrist morpho-functional status.
Conclusions:
- This method offers a suitable approach for measuring morpho-functional hand and wrist involvement.
- It holds significant potential for evaluating the clinical course and therapeutic response in rheumatoid arthritis patients.