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What is the primary objective of spinal orthoses?
What is the primary objective of spinal orthoses?
- To control pain by limiting motion and unloading spinal structures (correct)
- To strengthen the muscles surrounding the spine
- To increase spinal mobility and flexibility
- To provide cosmetic enhancement to the spinal region
Which of the following is NOT a key design requirement for spinal orthoses to achieve their primary goal?
Which of the following is NOT a key design requirement for spinal orthoses to achieve their primary goal?
- Increase muscle strength around the spine (correct)
- Limit gross vertebral sway (motion) of the spinal column
- Limit intersegmental motion at the injured site
- Provide proper spinal alignment
For a single-level thoracolumbar compression fracture with up to 50% loss of segmental stiffness, what type of orthotic is typically recommended?
For a single-level thoracolumbar compression fracture with up to 50% loss of segmental stiffness, what type of orthotic is typically recommended?
- Flexible back brace
- Rigid TLSO
- Jewett-style TLSO (correct)
- Lumbosacral orthosis (LSO)
In cases where segmental stiffness loss exceeds 85% for a thoracolumbar compression fracture, what type of orthotic is typically recommended?
In cases where segmental stiffness loss exceeds 85% for a thoracolumbar compression fracture, what type of orthotic is typically recommended?
What is the primary purpose of using a spinal orthosis for a thoracolumbar burst fracture?
What is the primary purpose of using a spinal orthosis for a thoracolumbar burst fracture?
Which of the following is NOT a key consideration in determining the appropriate orthotic management for a spinal injury?
Which of the following is NOT a key consideration in determining the appropriate orthotic management for a spinal injury?
Which type of spinal fracture is characterized by impaction of the anterior aspect of the vertebral body caused by flexion and compression of the affected segments?
Which type of spinal fracture is characterized by impaction of the anterior aspect of the vertebral body caused by flexion and compression of the affected segments?
What is the mechanism of injury for a Hangman fracture (C2, traumatic spondylolisthesis)?
What is the mechanism of injury for a Hangman fracture (C2, traumatic spondylolisthesis)?
Which type of spinal fracture may result from a shoulder belt injury?
Which type of spinal fracture may result from a shoulder belt injury?
What is the Denis classification for compression fractures of the thoracic and thoracolumbar spine?
What is the Denis classification for compression fractures of the thoracic and thoracolumbar spine?
Which type of spinal fracture is caused by a combination of shear and compression loading from a blow to the back of the head?
Which type of spinal fracture is caused by a combination of shear and compression loading from a blow to the back of the head?
What type of spinal instability is characterized by spondylolisthesis in the lumbar spine?
What type of spinal instability is characterized by spondylolisthesis in the lumbar spine?
What is the primary purpose of orthoses prescribed for low-back pain?
What is the primary purpose of orthoses prescribed for low-back pain?
Which of the following statements is true regarding the effects of lumbar supports on trunk motion?
Which of the following statements is true regarding the effects of lumbar supports on trunk motion?
What is the primary rationale for using lumbosacral orthoses in reducing low-back pain?
What is the primary rationale for using lumbosacral orthoses in reducing low-back pain?
How do lumbar corsets and braces assist in unloading the spinal column?
How do lumbar corsets and braces assist in unloading the spinal column?
Which of the following statements is true regarding the effectiveness of orthoses in patients with low-back pain?
Which of the following statements is true regarding the effectiveness of orthoses in patients with low-back pain?
How do external lumbar supports affect the intervertebral mobility of the lower lumbar spine?
How do external lumbar supports affect the intervertebral mobility of the lower lumbar spine?
