title: External spinal orthotics.
abstract: A great variety of spinal orthoses are available to neurological surgeons involved in the evaluation and management of spinal disorders. Each of the orthoses has certain advantages and disadvantages, and enough information about the biomechanical principles of spinal instability and spinal orthoses exists to make possible rational application of the appropriate orthosis. Based on this information, recommendations have been formulated for selecting the proper orthosis for the control of each spinal region, depending on the results sought through the use of an external orthosis.
authors.forename: G W
authors.initials: GW
authors.lastname: Sypert
mesh_terms: D006801:Humans; D009989:Orthotic Devices / Q000009:adverse effects; D013122:Spinal Diseases / Q000628:therapy*