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treatment intervention used by OTPs to effectively treat a variety of UE diagnosis to improve occupational performance
orthoses
what are orthoses used for?
protection, positioning, improving function, and enhance function
used to assist a client in the return to engagement in occupation
orthosis
What is a subcategory of orthoses?
splint
uses of an orthosis for protection:
fractures, tendon repairs, and trauma
fractures, tendon repair, and trauma all require what during the healing process?
immobilization and protection
what type of orthoses is needed for a stable fracture that has been reduced or surgically repaired
lightweight that can be removed for hygiene
what should be done to the joints and structures that were not injured to avoid stiffness
restricted ROM
why is an orthosis good for trauma compared to a cast?
it can be removed to allow access for wound care and inspection, edema management, scar management, and ROM of uninvolved structures
can orthosis go around bandages or pins?
yes
type of orthosis used for boxer's fracture
ulnar gutter
type of orthoses used when treating a flexion tendon repair
dorsal blocking
ex of nerve compression injuries that require orthotic positioning to relieve pressure pressure on effective nerve
carpal tunnel and cubital tunnel
what position helps with the amount of pressure on the wrist with carpal tunnel
the wrist at zero degrees
splinting the elbow at what position helps with ulnar nerve pain?
in a resting position that limits flexion past 100 to 110 degrees
how can orthoses help with arthritis?
rest inflamed joints and position against deformity
what does a functional resting orthosis do?
decrease inflammation and joint pain and minimize deformities
who is a functional resting orthosis used on?
individuals with rheumatoid arthritis
using an orthosis as a treatment intervention can help improve ?
hand function and occupational performance
in the case of an individual with radial nerve palsy, a dynamic wrist and mcp extension orthosis will promote:
grasp/release and normal movement patterns awaiting nerve return
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