Other. Flashcards
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What is an orthotist?
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A person who, having completed an approved course of education and training, is authorised by an appropriate national authority to design, measure and fit orthoses.
1
Q
What is an orthosis?
A
An externally applied device used to modify the structural and functional characteristics of the neuromuscular and skeletal systems
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Q
Normal thoracic kyphosis
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20-40degrees
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Q
Thoracic kyphosis >45 degrees
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Scheuermanns kyphosis
- adolescent idiopathic hyperkyphosis of the thoracic spine
- 45degrees or greater
- wedging of 3 or more vertebral bodies
- minimum 5 degrees per vertebra
