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functional instability

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functional instability
Orthopedics A joint instability that exists when neuromuscular deficits lead to repeated episodes of instability, which may occur with/without mechanical instability; FI is associated with impairments in postural control, joint position sense, joint conduction velocity, strength. See Instability. Cf Mechanical instability.


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So the surgeon, who has tried to create structural stability via the fusion, has created an unintended consequence of severe functional instability, which is virtually untreatable.
Functional instability refers to the subjective sensation of 'giving way' and joint instability due to peroneal muscle weakness.
Effect of ankle disk training on postural control in patients with functional instability of the ankle joint.
 
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