Other Orthotics (Standing Frames)

Question 1

type of orthoses for burn injuries

Answer 1

• Pressure Garments:
  
  • Minimize hypertrophic scarring
  • Uncomfortable
• Splinting:
  
  • Protect newly grafted wounds
  • Maintain/Prevent ROM

Question 2

Standing Frames types

Answer 2

• Rigid and Pivot- Board Type
• can move forwards with the pivot board type

Question 3

Dynamic Parapodium is similar to standing frame but

Answer 3

split feet allow for limited ambulation without assistive device

Question 4

Reciprocating Gait Orthoses (RGO)

Answer 4

• Coupling system allows for flex of hip during swing
• results in tension assisting in bringing other hip into extension

Question 5

How is this called?

Answer 5

Pavlik Harness

Question 6

for babies with hip dysplasia: femoral head not sitting in the acetabulum

Answer 6

Pavlik Harness

Question 7

how is this malformation called?

Answer 7

Plagiocephaly: malformation oft he shape of the skull

Question 8

Cranial Molding Helmets are used for

Answer 8

• Plagiocephaly: malformation of the shape of the skull
• “Back to sleep campaign”
• Causes: pressure: birthing process, positioning (prolonged back)
• Orthotic intervention: helmets to try and redirect pressures

Question 9

Contraindication to cranial molding helmets:

Answer 9

HYDROCEPHALUS