Orthotic Devices Questions & Answers!

Unit of measurement for compression stockings (and what else) - ANSWERmmHg (blood) Level of compression stockings that can be bought over the counter - ANSWER10-20 mmHg 4 Indications for compression stockings - ANSWERBurns dependent edema lypmhedema varicose veins Maximum compression is achieved where in the leg - ANSWERIn the ankle 4 Soft Cervical Collar Indications - ANSWERNeck extension injuries Strain Stess Whiplash Main purpose of soft cervical collar - ANSWERkinestetic reminder F E R B - ANSWERFlexion Extension Rotation Bending Soft Cervical Collar FERB - ANSWERF: YES E: YES R: YES B: YES Other names for semi-rigid cervical collar - ANSWER1) Philadelphia Collar 2) Aspen Collar 7 Phillie Collar Indications - ANSWERPost trauma Cervical Spondylitis Cervical Spondylosis Cervical Spine OA Cervical Spine RA Herniated Disc Post-op 3 Aspects of Phillie Collar - ANSWER1) Closed cell material 2) Non-porous 3) Good for showering/cleaning Phillie/Aspen Collar FERB - ANSWERF: NO