Pediatric Splinting: Selection, Fabrication, and Clinical Application of Upper Extremity Splints

Language: English

Published by Psychological Corp, 1998

0761615148 / 9780761615149

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May have name/sticker written on first page only, other than that, No writing, or markings. Good Condition, shows minor signs of wear. Not ex library --- Laura Hogan and Tracey Uditsky have written an illustrated manual of upper extremity splinting for children, intended for occupational therapists. It covers the whole process, from assessing the child to choosing splint designs and thermoplastic materials and then forming them, using photographs and drawn instructions. The physiological sections separate a soft end feel from a hard one, define contracture, and explain how a joint held in a shortened position loses functional tissue length, down to the loss of muscle sarcomeres. These discussions are used to guide splint design and the planning of wearing schedules. The authors argue that prolonged stretch from a splint reduces contracture more effectively than brief passive range-of-motion exercise, although passive ranging is still needed. They advise that children with traumatic injuries or burns can be treated much as adults are. Practical workshop tips include adding liquid soap to the heating water to make the material less sticky, and pressing firm therapy putty over a bony prominence before molding to leave a relief bubble without padding. The text is indexed.…

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Title
Pediatric Splinting: Selection, Fabrication, and Clinical Application of Upper Extremity Splints
Author
Laura Hogan; Tracey Uditsky
Publisher
Psychological Corp
Publication year
1998
Condition
Good
Binding
Paperback
Language
English
ISBN 10
0761615148
ISBN 13
9780761615149
Item weight
2 pounds
Dimensions
14.0 x 14.0 x 4.0 inches
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