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MedLine Citation:
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PMID: 21041800 Owner: NLM Status: MEDLINE |
Abstract/OtherAbstract:
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External orthoses are used in the management of a variety of spinal disorders. Many types of brace are available to support the cervical, thoracic, and lumbar spine as well as junctional regions, which have special mechanical considerations. Many prefabricated and custom-made devices are available, made by a variety of manufacturers in this unregulated area of medical practice. Despite the widespread use of spinal orthoses, evidence of their efficacy in managing many spinal conditions is lacking. The most compelling indication for their use is in the management of traumatic spine injury. However, studies evaluating the efficacy of spinal orthoses have several shortcomings; many have evaluated orthoses that are no longer used. Recent data provide general guidelines to help the clinician choose the appropriate device. |
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Authors:
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Steven S Agabegi; Ferhan A Asghar; Harry N Herkowitz |
Publication Detail:
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Type: Journal Article; Review |
Journal Detail:
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Title: The Journal of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons Volume: 18 ISSN: 1067-151X ISO Abbreviation: J Am Acad Orthop Surg Publication Date: 2010 Nov |
Date Detail:
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Created Date: 2010-11-02 Completed Date: 2010-12-17 Revised Date: - |
Medline Journal Info:
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Nlm Unique ID: 9417468 Medline TA: J Am Acad Orthop Surg Country: United States |
Other Details:
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Languages: eng Pagination: 657-67 Citation Subset: IM |
Affiliation:
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Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, University of Cincinnati College of Medicine, OH, USA. |
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Back Pain
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prevention & control Biomechanics Braces Equipment Design Fractures, Compression / therapy Humans Immobilization / instrumentation Neck Pain / prevention & control Orthotic Devices* / adverse effects Range of Motion, Articular Spinal Diseases / therapy* Spinal Injuries / physiopathology, therapy Spine* |
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