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Diffusion of information about clothing to adults with orthopedic limitations

Creator:

Leber, Delores Ann

Abstract:

The purpose of this study was to propose recommendations for improved diffusion of clothing information to orthopedically limited adults. A sample of 180 orthopedically limited adults residing in the Willamette Valley of Oregon was selected using mailing lists from the Oregon Governor's Conference for the Handicapped, from Oregon State University...

Resource Type:

Masters Thesis

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bibliography of available clothing information for the handicapped was mailed to all respondents. Descriptive
Woven stretch and nonstretch fabrics in clothing designed for boys with specified physical handicaps

Creator:

Reeves, Marilyn Laree

Abstract:

This study was developed (1) to compare the durability and comfort of stretch and nonstretch in certain selected denim and gingham fabrics, (2) to test specific designs as to their self-help features and (3) to test special features in the designs which might be adapted easily to ready-made clothing for...

Resource Type:

Masters Thesis
Clothing for girls with specified physical handicaps

Creator:

Frescura, Lynda Glee

Abstract:

Six dresses were developed for physically handicapped girls, ranging in age from six to 14 years. The girls had such handicaps as stiffened joints, paralyzed or incoordinated legs, hands, and fingers, and involuntary movements of the body and extremities. Most of the girls wore corrective appliances which added strain and...

Resource Type:

Masters Thesis