Comparison between custom and noncustom spinal orthoses.
Although economically priced OTS orthoses can and should be used under certain prescribed conditions to satisfy carefully described treatment objectives, they cannot control motion as well as custom-molded TLSOs. Patients should not pay for expensive products that cannot help to ensure the best possible clinical outcome. The custom-molded TLSO provides superior fit and support relative to its OTS relative and induces better compliance among its wearers because of its simplicity. It is also the most cost-effective option.
Bernardoni
Gene P
GP
Ballert Orthopedic of Chicago, 2434 West Peterson Avenue, Chicago, IL 60659, USA. info@ballert-op.com
Gavin
Thomas M
TM
D001696:Biomechanical Phenomena; D004867:Equipment Design / Q000379:methods; D017048:Health Care Costs; D006801:Humans; D007103:Immobilization / Q000379:methods; D009989:Orthotic Devices / Q000191:economics; D010349:Patient Compliance; D017060:Patient Satisfaction; D013122:Spinal Diseases / Q000534:rehabilitation*; D016103:Spinal Fractures / Q000534:rehabilitation; D013123:Spinal Fusion / Q000534:rehabilitation; D013130:Spinal Stenosis / Q000534:rehabilitation; D013168:Spondylolisthesis / Q000534:rehabilitation