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Knee and leg splints and braces are orthopedic devices used to support, stabilize, and immobilize the leg or knee area, either after an injury or during the healing process following surgery. Although the terms "splints" and "braces" are often used interchangeably, they have distinct characteristics and uses: Knee and Leg Braces Variety: Braces come in several forms, tailored to different needs and conditions. Compression Sleeves: These are tight-fitting sleeves that provide compression to the knee or leg area, helping to stabilize and minimize movement. They are often used for minor injuries or as a preventive measure during sports. Rigid Braces:...

Hip splints and braces are orthotic devices used for supporting and stabilizing the hip and pelvic regions, especially after surgeries, injuries, or in conditions affecting these areas. They correctly align the body parts, providing necessary support during the healing process. There are various types of hip braces, each tailored for specific purposes:Hip Stabilizers and Braces: These are general terms for devices that support the hip area. They help in keeping the hips level for safe healing. A common type is the hip abduction brace, which holds the thighbone securely in the hip socket and maintains a specific angle between the...

What is a Jewett Brace? The Jewett brace is a medical orthotic device primarily used for stabilizing and supporting the thoracic and upper lumbar regions of the spine. This brace is particularly effective in treating compression fractures of the thoracolumbar spine, which can occur due to conditions like mild osteoporosis or minor trauma. The design of the Jewett brace aims to limit forward flexion (bending forward) of the spine while allowing a certain degree of extension (bending backward) and lateral bending, thus facilitating the patient's mobility and recovery process.Typically constructed from metal and plastic, the Jewett brace consists of a...

Spinal bracing continues to be a mainstay of treating deformity as well as management of acute and chronic spinal injuries.Orthotics can be broadly categorized based on the region they are employed to immobilize: cervical (CO), cervicothoracic (CTO), thoracolumbosacral (TLSO), lumbosacral (LSO), and sacroiliac (SIO). Key Advances in Spinal Orthotics: Understanding Biomechanics and Material Innovations Advances in Spinal Biomechanics: The spine is viewed as a series of semi-rigid segments interconnected by viscoelastic linkages. It involves motion in six degrees of freedom, including rotation around three axes and translation along three coordinates. This complex understanding of dynamics is crucial for the design...

A hinged wrist hand orthosis is a medical brace designed to support, stabilize, and immobilize the wrist and hand. This type of orthosis is often used in the treatment and rehabilitation of various conditions affecting the wrist and hand, such as carpal tunnel syndrome, fractures, post-operative recovery, and chronic conditions like arthritis. The hinge feature allows for adjustable control over the wrist's range of motion, providing a balance between immobilization for healing and some movement to maintain flexibility and strength. When selecting or using a hinged wrist hand orthosis, it's important to have it properly fitted and to follow medical...