orthoses for wrist and hand

Question 1

Orthosis

Answer 1

Singular noun for custom molded or pre-fabricated supports

Question 2

Orthotic

Answer 2

adjective
Orthotic fabrication or orthotic device

Question 3

wrist cock up orthosis common for

Answer 3

non displaced hairline fx
carpal tunnel
wrist tenosynovitis

resting the wrist

Question 4

bio mechanical principles

Answer 4

Length on the forearm = 2/3 of the forearm to increase comfort and provides stability at the wrist

Width increases rigidity due to curvature around the body part

Smooth flared or roll edges reduce pressure areas at the edges

Question 5

General considerations for orthosis design

Answer 5

Achieve the goal of the orthosis without immobilizing unnecessary joints

Wounds

Cosmesis

age

Environment