ASS TECH - UE & LE

Question 1

It positions the thumb in opposition

Answer 1

C-bar

Question 2

It doesn’t give joint mobilization but it prevents contracture

Answer 2

C-bar

Question 3

It is the connector from the main splint to the segmental part of orthosis (PIP joints)

Answer 3

Connector bar

Question 4

Used as a support to hold the position of an orthosis, and to prevent falling and improper positioning

Answer 4

Cuff or strap

Question 5

One of the basic components of UE orthosis that is usually attached at the fingers

Answer 5

Deviation bar

Question 6

It can be used if an individual joint stabilization is not needed. It covers the whole hand and it can extend up to the distal portion of the forearm

Answer 6

Pan and Thumb through

Question 7

Provide support on volar and dorsal surface of the forearm

Answer 7

Forearm through

Question 8

Used to maintain the position of the thumb into flexion

Answer 8

Thumb post

Question 9

This ue orthosis is applicable if there’s a fracture or tear present in the thumb

Answer 9

Thumb post

Question 10

In this UE orthosis, no movement can occur

Answer 10

Blocks

Question 11

Static three point orthosis for boutonniere deformity

Answer 11

Finger orthosis (PIP)

Question 12

It is used or associated with other assistive devices

Answer 12

Universal Cuff

Question 13

It maintains the wrist in the neutral or mildly extended position

Answer 13

Wrist Cock-Up Splint

Question 14

This UE orthosis has a free surface on palmar side and the dorsal receives the pressure

Answer 14

Dorsal Wrist Cock-up Splint

Question 15

This UE is used when immobilization is needed to reduce symptom of pt c problems on wrist movements

Answer 15

Resting Hand Splint

Question 16

All rotational movements of the thumb will be stabilized

Answer 16

Thumb Spica Splint

Question 17

This orthosis is molded depending on the size of the pt’s FA

Answer 17

Anti-Spasticity Splint

Question 18

The most basic UE orthosis

Answer 18

Shoulder slings

Question 19

This UE orthosis prevents rotation movement of the humerus

Answer 19

Humeral fracture base

Question 20

Orthosis that is applicable for pt c burns

Answer 20

Airplane splints

Question 21

These are used to substitute for loss of motor function, to correct an existing deformity, provide a controlled directional movement, and to aid in fx alignment and wound healing.

Answer 21

Dynamic Splints

Question 22

A.k.a dynamic radial nerve splint

Answer 22

Dynamic Finger Extension Splint

Question 23

It passively extend the MCP to 0° and has a relatively less obstructive shape as compared to the outrigger design

Answer 23

Dynamic Finger Extension Splint

Question 24

It passively extends wrist while allowing wrist flexion

Answer 24

Dynamic Wrist Extension Splint

Question 25

UE orthosis/splint used to passively flex the 4th - 5th MCPS and to prevent shortening of the collateral ligaments

Answer 25

Dynamic Ulnar Nerve Splint

Question 26

Dynamic spring wire splint for PIP extension

Answer 26

Capener Splint

Question 27

It is used to apply stretch to tissues surrounding the oral cavity while permitting speech

Answer 27

Anti-microstomial splint