Upper Extemity Orthoses:
- Upper extremity orthoses are devices applied externally to restore or improve functional and
structural characteristics of the musculoskeletal and nervous systems.
- In general, musculoskeletal
problems include those resulting from trauma, sports, and work-related injuries.
- Upper extremity
orthoses also are used frequently on patients who have had neurologic problems, such as stroke,
traumatic brain injury (TBI), multiple sclerosis (MS), cerebral palsy (CP), spinal cord injury
(SCI), and peripheral nerve injury. They often are used in arthritic conditions as well.
- The material
used in orthotic devices includes low-temperature thermoplastics that can be custom-made for fit
and other appropriations. Other materials include casting, metal, strapping, and Velcro.
Source: Emedicine.com
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