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What is the purpose of static splinting?
What is the purpose of static splinting?
- Immobilize or support, prevent deformity, prevent soft-tissue contracture (correct)
- Loosen joints, encourage deformity, prevent soft-tissue contracture
- Decrease circulation, discourage movement, promote soft-tissue contracture
- Promote movement, encourage deformity, cause soft-tissue contracture
What does a suspension sling provide support for?
What does a suspension sling provide support for?
- Knee and ankle
- Shoulder and elbow (correct)
- Wrist and fingers
- Hip and spine
What does a volar and cock-up splint provide support for?
What does a volar and cock-up splint provide support for?
- Hip and spine
- Wrist and fingers (correct)
- Shoulder and elbow
- Knee and ankle
What is the function of dynamic orthoses?
What is the function of dynamic orthoses?
What is the purpose of a wrist hand orthosis (WHO)?
What is the purpose of a wrist hand orthosis (WHO)?
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