Thoracic extension, sternal pad or straps

Christopher Morrissey

Description

Title:

Thoracic extension, sternal pad or straps

Creator:

Christopher Morrissey

Date:

10/8/2014

Text:

When an orthotic goal of a TLSO is thoracic extension, such as for thoracic compression fx, what guidelines do you guys use when choosing devices. In particular, what guidelines do you use when choosing between an anterior structure with a sternal pad (ex. T-bar on California LSO), or a posterior structure with shoulder straps (ex. ECO TLSO)? I would imagine that the ECO would have higher compliance rates but be a little less restrictive, though I doubt there is any evidence to back that up. What are your thoughts?

Chris Morrissey

                          

Citation

Christopher Morrissey, “Thoracic extension, sternal pad or straps,” Digital Resource Foundation for Orthotics and Prosthetics, accessed November 23, 2024, https://library.drfop.org/items/show/236848.