UE Orthoses Flashcards
1
Q
purpose
A
stabilize
immobilize
restrict
mobilize
2
Q
important to remember for pressure areas
A
do not pad areas
3
Q
fit principles for straps
A
- non constricting
- wide and flat straps
- pull strap towards you to secure
- diagonal straps
4
Q
important to remember fit principles
A
- total contact splinting
- anchor wrist securely
- allow for function
- maintain normal arches
- normal axis rotation
- permit muscle balance
- free up the palm for sensory input
5
Q
common pressure points
A
- dorsal MCP with dorsal splints
- palmar MCP with c-bar
- ulnar head
- base of 1st MTC
- center of palm for wrist cock up
- base of thenar eminence
- proximal end of splint
6
Q
articular splints
A
crosses joint
7
Q
nonarticular splints
A
doesnt cross joint
8
Q
static splint
A
no motion, no joint
9
Q
dynamic splint
A
allow motion, joint in brace
10
Q
is static splinting articular or nonarticular
A
can be either
11
Q
positioning for static splints
A
anatomic position or resting position
12
Q
what does static splinting provide
A
- immobilization
- protection
- preserve joint alignment
- decrease spasticity
- prevent contractures
- pressure to healing scars
13
Q
motion blocking splints
A
allow motion in one direction
limit motion in the other direction
14
Q
static progressive
A
allow for gradual elongation of tissue
modified as patient progresses
15
Q
dynamic with motion blocking
A
assist in one direction
allow limited motion in opposite direction
