Other Orthotics (Standing Frames) Flashcards

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type of orthoses for burn injuries

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  • Pressure Garments:
    • Minimize hypertrophic scarring
    • Uncomfortable
  • Splinting:
    • Protect newly grafted wounds
    • Maintain/Prevent ROM
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Standing Frames types

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  • Rigid and Pivot- Board Type
  • can move forwards with the pivot board type
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3
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Dynamic Parapodium is similar to standing frame but

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split feet allow for limited ambulation without assistive device

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Reciprocating Gait Orthoses (RGO)

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  • Coupling system allows for flex of hip during swing
  • results in tension assisting in bringing other hip into extension
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5
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How is this called?

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Pavlik Harness

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for babies with hip dysplasia: femoral head not sitting in the acetabulum

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Pavlik Harness

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7
Q

how is this malformation called?

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Plagiocephaly: malformation oft he shape of the skull

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Cranial Molding Helmets are used for

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  • Plagiocephaly: malformation of the shape of the skull
  • “Back to sleep campaign”
  • Causes: pressure: birthing process, positioning (prolonged back)
  • Orthotic intervention: helmets to try and redirect pressures
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9
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Contraindication to cranial molding helmets:

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HYDROCEPHALUS

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