Modern orthotics for spinal deformities.

Abstract

Four basic types of orthoses are now being used at the Twin Cities Scoliosis Center for the treatment of spinal curvatures. The Milwaukee Brace, either custom-made or using a prefabricated pelvic section is the orthosis of choice for thoracic scoliosis and kyphosis in the ambulatory child. For lumbar and thoracolumbar curves, the one-piece "TLSO" has proven the most effective design. For the collapsing spine of myelomeningocele, childhood paraplegia, and spinal muscular atrophy, the 2-piece bivalved polypropylene body jacket is excellent. For the severely involved cerebral palsy or Duchenne Dystrophy patient, the Chair Insert type Sitting Support Orthodosis is preferable.

• Authors: R B Winter, J M Carlson
• Journal: Clinical orthopaedics and related research (Clin Orthop Relat Res) 1977 Jul-Aug Issue 126 Pg. 74-86 ISSN: 0009-921X [Print] United States
• PMID: 598143 (Publication Type: Journal Article)

Topics

• Braces
• Humans
• Kyphosis (therapy)
• Lordosis (therapy)
• Methods
• Orthotic Devices
• Scoliosis (therapy)
• Spinal Diseases (therapy)
• Wheelchairs