Valgus-Varus Corrections in Orthopedics

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What is the function of a T-Strap attached to the medial side of the shoe?

Varus correction

Ankle movement restriction

Valgus correction (correct)

Foot drop compensation

Which component features a rigid plastic material with protective foam over the malleolus?

Calf Bands

Buckled Insert (correct)

Uprights

T-Straps

In what way do Uprights and Calf Bands contribute to an orthosis?

Compensating for weak dorsiflexors

Adding rigidity and securing to the limb (correct)

Allowing ankle movement

Resisting plantarflexion at heel strike

What is the main function of a Posterior Leaf Spring AFO?

Compensation for weak dorsiflexors Signup and view all the answers

What is the most common indication for using a Posterior Leaf Spring AFO?

Foot drop deformity Signup and view all the answers

Which type of design features a narrow calf shell allowing ankle movement at the junction with the shoe insert?

Plastic Designs Sections Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of the Spiral Calf Shell described in the text?

Controls foot inversion and eversion Signup and view all the answers

What is the distinguishing feature of the Hemispiral Upright design mentioned in the text?

Offers greater foot control than the spiral design Signup and view all the answers

Which feature distinguishes the Solid Ankle design mentioned in the text from other designs?

Resists varus or valgus deviation of the hind foot Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of the AFO with Flange described in the text?

Provides resistance to varus or valgus deviation Signup and view all the answers

Valgus-Varus Corrections in Orthopedics

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Questions and Answers

What is the function of a T-Strap attached to the medial side of the shoe?

Which component features a rigid plastic material with protective foam over the malleolus?

In what way do Uprights and Calf Bands contribute to an orthosis?

What is the main function of a Posterior Leaf Spring AFO?

What is the most common indication for using a Posterior Leaf Spring AFO?

Which type of design features a narrow calf shell allowing ankle movement at the junction with the shoe insert?

What is the function of the Spiral Calf Shell described in the text?

What is the distinguishing feature of the Hemispiral Upright design mentioned in the text?

Which feature distinguishes the Solid Ankle design mentioned in the text from other designs?

What is the function of the AFO with Flange described in the text?

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