MIDTERMS: UE orthosis

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An externally applied device used to modify structural and functional characteristics of the musculoskeletal system.

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Orthosis

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An older term for an orthosis.

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Brace

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A temporary orthotic device used for short-term immobilization.

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Splint

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Stabilizes and protects injured structures.

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Immobilization & Support

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Assists individuals with C6 spinal cord injury by enabling grasp through wrist extension.

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RIC Tenodesis Splint

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Specializes in designing and fitting shoes and foot orthoses.

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Pedorthist

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Immobilizes the wrist, CMC joint, and MCP joint of the thumb. Used for de Quervain’s tenosynovitis and thumb arthritis.

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Thumb Spica Splint

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Holds the shoulder in abduction to prevent contractures (commonly used in burn patients).

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Airplane Splint

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Positions the wrist in neutral or slight extension (12-20°) with fingers supported. Used for RA, CTS, stroke, and fractures.

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Resting Splint (Cock-up Splint)

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Provides support with a dorsal placement to reduce pressure on the palm.

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Dorsal Wrist Splint

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Uses wrist extension to facilitate grasping in individuals with weak finger flexors.

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Wrist-Driven Prehension Orthosis

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Helps in joint alignment and reducing contractures.

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Traction Application

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Supports wrist and finger extension using an outrigger design.

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Radial Nerve Palsy Splint

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Assists in grasping function by utilizing flexor muscle movement.

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Flexor Hinge Orthosis

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Prevents MCP hyperextension and assists flexion of the 4th and 5th digits.

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Ulnar Nerve Palsy Splint

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Covers the MCP joint to reduce tendon excursion and inflammation.

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Trigger Finger Splint

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Allows elbow and forearm movement while stabilizing the humerus.

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Humeral Fracture Brace

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Limits excessive motion while allowing functional rehabilitation.

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Hinged Elbow Splint

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Holds the wrist in slight extension (0-5°) to reduce compression on the median nerve.

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Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (CTS) Splint

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Maintains proper wrist, MCP, and IP positioning to reduce spasticity in upper limb paralysis.

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Resting Hand Splint

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Supports the shoulder in hemiplegia to prevent subluxation.

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Rolyan Figure-of-8 Sling

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Maintains proper joint alignment after replacement surgery while preserving range of motion.

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MCP Arthroplasty Post-Op Splint

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Electrically powered device that mechanically moves joints to prevent stiffness post-surgery.

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Continuous Passive Motion (CPM) Orthosis

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Used to recover movement after crush injuries to the hand.

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Dynamic Finger Flexion Splints

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Prevents contractures by holding the arm in an abducted position in burn patients.

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Airplane Splint

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Prevents thumb adduction contracture.

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C-Bar Splint