Types & Purposes

Question 1

Immobilize

Answer 1

Static/Resting Splint.
Rest & Protect-(reduce pain, inflammation, allows healing).
Prevent Further Deformity (maintain tissue length).
Prevent Soft Tissue Contracture (burn).

Question 2

Restrict

Answer 2

Restrict movement in a specific direction.
Prevent Deformity (RA, swan neck).
Prevent soft tissue contracture (burn).

Question 3

Mobilize

Answer 3

Dynamic Splint
Control Movement (digit buddy- tape)
Correct Deformity (Reverse knuckle bender)
Modify/Control Scar Formation.
Substitute For Loss of Movement (radial palsy, tenodisis)

Question 4

An orthopedic device uses for immobilization, restraint, or support of any body part.

Answer 4

Splint

Question 5

A force system designed to control, correct, or compensate for a bone deformity, deforming forces, or forces absent from the body.

Answer 5

Orthosis

Question 6

3 Advantages of Custom Fabricated Splints

Answer 6

Form Fitting.
Sports.
Bathing.