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Table 1 Classifications of claudication

From: Heterologous mesenchymal stem cells successfully treat femoral pseudarthrosis in rats

Degree

Criterion

1

Absence of claudication, full limb support when the animal was in a standing position or during physical activities.

2

Mild claudication after exercise or prolonged decumbency.

3

Sporadic claudication when walking or running and weight relief on the operated limb, even in a standing position.

4

Constant claudication when walking and lack of limb support when running; incomplete support in the orthostatic position.

5

Full or absent support during physical activities or in a standing position.

  1. Source: Adapted from Muzzi (2003)