Prosthetics and Orthotics International
Overview
Prosthetics and Orthotics International is a peer-reviewed journal that focuses on advancements in the field of prosthetics and orthotics. It publishes high-quality research articles, reviews, and case studies, covering topics such as design, development, clinical applications, and rehabilitation techniques. The journal serves as a valuable resource for professionals, researchers, and practitioners involved in improving the quality of life for individuals with limb loss or musculoskeletal disorders.
Details
Details
Abbr.
Prosthet Orthot Int
Publisher
Wolters Kluwer
Start
1977
End
Continuing
Frequency
Four no. a year, 2007-
p-ISSN
0309-3646
e-ISSN
1746-1553
Country
France
Language
English
Metrics
Metrics
h-index / Ranks: 5907
62
SJR / Ranks: 9492
460
CiteScore / Ranks: 10041
2.30
JIF / Ranks: 6109
1.5
Recent Articles
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Martel M, Parent A, Emond M, Rivet N, Fortin C, Ballaz L
Prosthet Orthot Int
. 2025 Jan;
PMID: 39763031
Background: Charcot-Marie-Tooth (CMT) is a progressive disease resulting in distal sensory deficit and muscular weakness. As the disease progresses, most children develop a cavovarus foot deformity. Foot orthoses (FO) are...
12.
de Avellar N, de Oliveira R, Dutra R, Vimieiro C, Lopes F, Van Petten A
Prosthet Orthot Int
. 2025 Jan;
PMID: 39763025
The abandonment rates of upper-limb (UL) prostheses are concerning and are related to limitations in the functional and kinematic aspects of the UL prosthesis. Evaluating the usability of prostheses is...
13.
Leith J, Andrysek J, Kuspinar A
Prosthet Orthot Int
. 2025 Jan;
PMID: 39763024
Background: An important part of the orthotic treatment process includes performing adjustments to the shape or design of the orthosis to improve its fit and function. However, the ability to...
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Bachini L, Mahe C, Touillet A, Loiret I, Mesure S, Bonillo I, et al.
Prosthet Orthot Int
. 2024 Dec;
PMID: 39724648
Background: Recent therapeutic and technological solutions aim to improve the daily living of people with limb amputation by considering various aspects of the phantom limb, in particular painless phantom sensations...
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Wang M, Song J, Nong Q, Qian Y, Yan X, Yu H
Prosthet Orthot Int
. 2024 Dec;
PMID: 39721069
Background: Prosthetic socket is a key component of the prosthesis for clinical application; its performance directly affects the adaptation of the residual limb to the prosthetic socket. There are long-term...
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Camur H, Gorgu S
Prosthet Orthot Int
. 2024 Dec;
PMID: 39721066
Background: Hallux valgus (HV) is a condition characterized by the lateral deviation of the first phalanx and medial deviation of the first metatarsal, leading to subluxation of the first metatarsophalangeal...
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Armitage L, Kark L, McDonald K, Sparke D, Ford B
Prosthet Orthot Int
. 2024 Dec;
PMID: 39721064
Background: Iterative design and modification are used to manufacture lower limb prosthetic sockets that meet users' needs while also fulfilling safety and mobility criteria. Greater understanding of the expectations of...
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Ciftci O, Yurt Y, Koltak C, Eker L
Prosthet Orthot Int
. 2024 Dec;
PMID: 39721062
Background: Functional capacity assessments have an important role in determining the level of mobility in lower-limb prosthetic users. Objectives: Our aim was to investigate the reliability and validity of the...
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Gather K, Bleichner N, Block J, Heitzmann D, Weichold C, Wolf S, et al.
Prosthet Orthot Int
. 2024 Dec;
PMID: 39721061
Background: Foot drop is a common condition for patients with upper motor neuron syndrome such as cerebral palsy (CP). This study aimed to investigate the effects of functional electrical stimulation...