Background Spasticity is defined as “a motor disorder characterised by a velocity dependent
increase in tonic stretch reflexes (muscle tone) with exaggerated tendon jerks”. It is a highly …

Background Instrumented pendulum test is an objective and repeatable biomechanical
method of assessment for spasticity. However, multitude of sensor technologies and plenty …

Background The pendulum test is a quantitative method used to assess knee extensor
spasticity in humans with spinal cord injury (SCI). Yet, the clinical implementation of this …

Background To provide effective interventions for spasticity, accurate and reliable spasticity
assessment is essential. For the assessment, the Modified Tardieu Scale (MTS) has been …

Background The pendulum test is commonly used to quantify knee extensor spasticity, but it
is currently unknown to what extent common pendulum test metrics can detect spasticity in …

In order to ensure the best possible rehabilitation plan and best outcome for patients with
Disorders of Consciousness (DOC), optimal management of the early phase of rehabilitation …

This article proposes the evaluation of the passive movement of the affected elbow during
the pendulum test in people with stroke and its correlation with the main clinical scales …

There is no generally accepted definition of spasticity, but hyperexcitable stretch reflexes,
exaggerated tendon jerks, clonus, spasms, cramps, increased resistance to passive joint …

Spasticity is commonly present in individuals with cerebral palsy (CP) and manifests itself as
shaky movements, muscle tightness and joint stiffness. Accurate and objective measurement …

Reliable spasticity assessment is important to provide appropriate intervention for spasticity.
Modified Tardieu scale (MTS) assessment is simple and convenient enough to be used in …