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Upper Extremity

Spinal

Lower Extremity

Back Brace, TLSO, CASH (Cruciform Anterior Sagital Hyperextension)

Purpose of the Device

  • Provides rigid support of the thoraco lumbar spinal region in the anterior/sagittal plane
  • Provides three-point pressure support

Indications

  • Anterior vertebral body fracture at spinal levels T5 through L5
  • Degenerative joint disease
  • Ankylosing spondylitis
  • Kyphosis as a result of osteoporosis
  • Rheumatic arthritis
  • Scheuerman's kyphosis

Common Additions

  • Superior pad may be changed to a dual pad resting in the subclavicular fossa

Special Considerations

  • Severe obesity may require use of a jewett to accommodate pendulous abdomen

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