Lower Limb Orthoses

University:
College
Course:
College Rehabilitation Medicine
Academic year:

2023
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138

Pages:

4
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LOWER LIMB ORTHOSES Orthosis Definition An orthosis is a device attached or applied to the external surface of the body to improve function. An orthosis can improve function by - restricting motion - facilitating motion or - by supporting a body segment. 1 Lower limb orthoses are indicated to assist - gait reduce pain decrease weight-bearing control movement, and minimize progression of a deformity. Lower limb orthoses assist - non ambulatory patients with transfer and mobility skills and - assist ambulatory patients in becoming safe walkers. Ambulation aids can be used in combination with lower limb orthoses to help patients ambulate more safely. 2 Principles of Lower Limb Orthoses As in all fields of medicine, prescription and use of orthoses are for the specific management of selected disorders with clear goals. 3 Most orthoses use a three-point system to ensure proper positioning of the limb within the orthosis. 180 o Normal > 180 o Genu Recurvatum Definitions Orthosis An orthosis is a device attached or applied to the external surface of the body to improve function. Orthotics The subject dealing with orthosis Orthotist The professional trained to manufacture the orthosis 4