Replies to TD Bands vs Springs

Replies to TD Bands vs Springs

Joel Kempfer C.P.

Thanks to all those who replied so promptly! I appreciate the input of all
my colleagues who participate in this valuable forum! I don't think we say it
enough so...special thanks to Paul Prusakowski CPO FAAOP for making this all
possible!

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I have had many switch to the tension springs from Hosmer because of
durability and easier to replace when necessary. Those in meat packing, farming and
factory work, not just welders are benefitting. Seems to me 7-8 rubber bands
works out to be about 2
springs. I usually give them a couple of springs as well. I do not have
anyone that needed to go to 3 springs.

Caveat- Practice putting them on the TD prior to doing it in front of the
patient. I made that mistake by not realizing these springs need to be put
on a certain way. Very simple once I did it. However, I looked like I was
playing a game of Twister the first time. I ended up supporting the arm in a
vice and used two needle nose pliers to apply. They last according to how
much they are used. No worse than the rubber bands. Good luck.
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Instead of using the metal springs, try the other rubber bands in the
Hosmer catalog each is about the same as 32 rubber bands. I don't know how well
they last.
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Consider using voluntary closing, then he can apply as much pressure as he
can without relying on bands and he can control the that amount of pressure
also.
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have you considered a vc system?

Joel Kempfer CP FAAOP