CARPAL (WRIST) ORTHOSIS
CARPAL (WRIST) ORTHOSIS
CARPAL-PHALANGES ORTHOSIS (WRIST INCLUDING PAW)
The carpal orthosis supports, maintains, controls, stabilizes and protects the wrist. Thus, the orthosis can provide complete immobilization of the joint, free movement or a controlled range of motion, that is limiting flexion and/or extension. The device also realigns and maintains the wrist in a functional and adequate position, thus helping the animal to regain a more normal locomotion. If required, in some cases, the carpal orthosis can be extended to cover the paw-phalanges, providing, among other things, protection and realignment.
Recommended for the following cases:
- Neurological deficits
- Fractures
- Ligament injuries (hyperextension, dislocation, lateral instability, etc)
- Tumors
- Protection from an arthrodesis or an alternative of this
- Sprains, strains
- Promotes wound healing
- Alternative to bandages
- Misalignment of the carpal (wrist)
- Brachial plexus injury
- Etc
Example of a frequently observed case: Hyperextension of the carpal due to a ligament injury
A frequently observed injury in dogs, the causes are often traumatic, such as a fall or a jump
from a significant height. Clinical signs of a ligament injury include limping, hyperextension of
the carpus, lateral instability, swelling and dislocation (displacement of the bones) of the carpus,
which can cause pain and limit joint movement.
An orthosis can be considered an excellent alternative when surgery is not an option. The type
and design of the orthosis, such as the extension of the device under the paw-phalanges, the
desired range of motion, etc. will be influenced by the severity of the injury.
