The manner in which a human load-bearing synovial joint is able to carry the applied loads
has been the subject of speculation for many years. In the past, a number of theories have …

The rheological properties of the cat”s wrist were found to be similar to those of the human
metacarpophalangeal joint. In the intact joint nonlinear elasticity and plasticity accounted for …

Various modes of action of the upper limb have been analysed. The muscle actions necessary
to resist external forces have been calculated in greater detail than before. In particular, …

Methods The apparatus used has been described in detail elsewhere (Wright and Johns,
1960a). In principle, the force required to impose a given motion on the joint was recorded; this …

The literature on this subject shows considerable divergence of opinion on the significance
of the association of psoriasis and erosive arthritis, and on what may be said to comprise" …

: The St. Mary's Hospital Sleep Questionnaire was designed to evaluate the sleep of hospital
patients. To gain an understanding of possible underlying factors, the questionnaire was …

Joint stiffness is a major manifestation of joint disease. Nevertheless, an extensive review of
the literature reveals that little has been done to characterize joint stiffness quantitatively or …

This reference work brings together the biology, mechanics, neurophysiology and
pathophysiology of diseased joints, illustrates available physiologically-based treatments for …

An investigation of strength of grip through the day has disclosed a diurnal pattern which is
not modified by repeated testing, starting tests at different times, or by staying awake all night. …

Joint laxity was established in 96 subjects from six different athletic groups. Three different
methods of measurement were applied to each subject: a hyperextensometer method, a …