Spine Introduction

Question 1

Potential problems associated with the use of spinal orthoses include:

Answer 1

• skin breakdown and muscle atrophy
• muscle contracture
• physical and psychological dependence

Question 2

Spinal orthoses offer biomechanical control including:

Answer 2

• three point pressure systems
• fluid compression and distraction
• skeletal fixation and kinesthetic reminders

Question 3

Two orthoses commonly used for treatment of scoliosis are:

Answer 3

• Milwaukee

- Boston

Question 4

The level of control and the nature of controls provided a conventional spinal orthosis are influenced by the placement of:

Answer 4

• bars
• straps
• bands

Question 5

Two relatively comfortable and lightweight orthoses commonly used for hyperextension are:

Answer 5

• Jewett

- CASH