cervical orthoses
Dulcey Lima
Description
Collection
Title:
cervical orthoses
Creator:
Dulcey Lima
Date:
9/21/1997
Text:
I work with several orthopedists and neurosurgeons who do two level cervical
fusions. We have typically used SOMI orthoses following surgery for 8-12
weeks. The SOMI is worn at all times, and most patients hate them,
especially at night. Most complaints are related to the shoulder pieces
resting on their already painful trapezius and pressure from the occipital
piece when supine. Is anyone using any other orthosis that is better
tolerated and can be showered in?
Thanks for your input!
Dulcey Lima C.O. OTR/L
fusions. We have typically used SOMI orthoses following surgery for 8-12
weeks. The SOMI is worn at all times, and most patients hate them,
especially at night. Most complaints are related to the shoulder pieces
resting on their already painful trapezius and pressure from the occipital
piece when supine. Is anyone using any other orthosis that is better
tolerated and can be showered in?
Thanks for your input!
Dulcey Lima C.O. OTR/L
Citation
Dulcey Lima, “cervical orthoses,” Digital Resource Foundation for Orthotics and Prosthetics, accessed November 30, 2024, https://library.drfop.org/items/show/209964.
