Spine Fracture Management (Denis Class 1-4)
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What is a Compression Fx-1?

  • Fracture of the anterior, middle, and posterior columns
  • Fracture of the anterior portion of spine (correct)
  • Lateral curve in the spine presenting without rotation
  • Fracture of the middle and posterior aspect

    • What is the orthotic management for a Burst Fx-2?

  • Jewett for stable fracture (correct)
  • CASH
  • Custom bivalve TLSO (correct)
  • LSO

    • What are the fracture characteristics of a Seat Belt Injury-3?

    Fracture of the middle and posterior aspect

    What is the goal of orthotic management for a Dislocation Fx-4?

    <p>Encourage healing</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Define Nonstructural curve.

    <p>Lateral curve in the spine presenting without rotation and is reversible</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Define Structural curve.

    <p>Lateral curve in the spine presenting with rotation and is irreversible</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What characterizes a Compensated curve?

    <p>Secondary curve above or below the major curve, with the head usually appearing midline over the pelvis and shoulders level</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Decompensated curve refer to?

    <p>The major curve is greater than the secondary curve, resulting in unlevel shoulders and shifted head</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the Risser Sign/Scale?

    <p>To determine skeletal maturity based on the amount of iliac crest ossification</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What types of spinal curves are identified?

    <p>Thoracic and lumbar double curve</p> Signup and view all the answers

    List some clinical assessment indicators for spinal issues.

    <p>Head slightly off center, uneven shoulders, shoulder blade asymmetry, visible curve, one hip higher, ribs prominence when bending over</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Spine Fracture Management

    • Compression Fracture (Fx-1): Involves only the anterior portion of the spine. Managed with orthoses like Jewett, CASH, bivalve TLSO, or LSO if the fracture is mild and stable. The goal is to implement a 3-point force system, provide kinesthetic reminders, and prevent forward flexion.

    • Burst Fracture (Fx-2): Affects both anterior and middle columns of the spine. Orthotic treatment typically includes a custom bivalve TLSO or Jewett brace for stable fractures. Aims to increase intracavitary pressure to relieve stress on the spine, facilitate spinal alignment, and limit motion.

    • Seat Belt Injury (Fx-3/Chance): Characterized by fractures in the middle and posterior aspects of the spine. Managed with a custom bivalve TLSO to ensure immobilization, pain reduction, and spinal alignment.

    • Dislocation Fracture (Fx-4): Involves damage to the anterior, middle, and posterior columns. Requires surgical intervention followed by the use of a custom bivalve TLSO. The management goals are to promote healing, prevent fracture progression, provide immobilization, and reduce pain.

    Scoliosis Classification

    • Nonstructural Scoliosis: Represents a lateral spine curve that lacks rotation and is reversible without any structural changes.

    • Structural Scoliosis: Characterized by a lateral curve that includes rotation within major curves, making it irreversible.

    • Compensated Scoliosis: Refers to secondary curves formed above or below a major curve, resulting in the head appearing midline over the pelvis with level shoulders.

    • Decompensated Scoliosis: Occurs when the major curve is more pronounced than the secondary curve, leading to uneven shoulders and a displaced head.

    Risser Sign/Scale

    • The Risser sign assesses skeletal maturity based on the extent of iliac crest ossification.
    • Grade 1: 25% ossification indicates the beginning of skeletal maturity.
    • Grade 2: 50% ossification suggests considerable growth remains.
    • Grade 3: 75% ossification indicates minimal growth left.
    • Grade 4: 100% ossification confirms the end of growth.

    Curve Types

    • Spine curves can be categorized as:
      • C-shaped thoracolumbar
      • Thoracic and lumbar double curves
      • Single lumbar C-shaped curves
      • Primary thoracic curves

    Clinical Assessment

    • Clinical indicators of spinal issues include:
      • Head appears slightly off-center.
      • Shoulders uneven, with one blade sitting higher.
      • Notable asymmetry of the back and visible curvature.
      • One hip positioned higher than the other.
      • Rib prominence observed when bending over.
      • Asymmetry in the ribs or chest shape.

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