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What is the primary function of a Balanced Forearm Orthosis (BFO)?
What is the primary function of a Balanced Forearm Orthosis (BFO)?
- Facilitate shoulder adduction
- Reduce cervical muscle pull
- Enable shoulder horizontal adduction and elbow flexion with minimal muscle force requirement (correct)
- Provide wrist support
When is an Overhead Sling Suspension typically used?
When is an Overhead Sling Suspension typically used?
- For reducing cervical muscle pull
- For carpal support
- To prevent ulnar deviation
- To reduce gravity effect (correct)
What is the common indication for using a Volar Splint in wrist orthoses?
What is the common indication for using a Volar Splint in wrist orthoses?
- Midhumeral fracture
- Elbow flexion weakness
- Painful wrist (correct)
- Shoulder subluxation
In shoulder and arm orthoses, what is the primary role of a Figure-of-8 orthosis?
In shoulder and arm orthoses, what is the primary role of a Figure-of-8 orthosis?
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What is the main disadvantage associated with Humeral Orthosis?
What is the main disadvantage associated with Humeral Orthosis?
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What is the function of the Silesian Belt?
What is the function of the Silesian Belt?
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How is the Hessing Pelvic Band different from other pelvic bands mentioned?
How is the Hessing Pelvic Band different from other pelvic bands mentioned?
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Which pelvic band feature is common to both Unilateral and Bilateral types?
Which pelvic band feature is common to both Unilateral and Bilateral types?
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What is the primary function of a Pelvic Girdle?
What is the primary function of a Pelvic Girdle?
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What issue is the Hip Locks specifically useful for addressing?
What issue is the Hip Locks specifically useful for addressing?
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