| INDICATIONS |
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osteoporotic bone collapse in the thoracic and lumbar spine |
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hyperkyphosis with chronic back pain |
MODE OF ACTION |
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initial stabilization of the spine after osteoporotic bone collapse |
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activation of the back muscles strengthens the spine and reduces hyperkyphosis |
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reduces the patient's pain and promotes activity |
FEATURES |
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Spinomed® III can be molded to most patients. additional molding of posterior and anterior panels can be achieved with the use of heat |
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all panels contained in attractive and comfortable fabric, garment portion of Spinomed® III uses padded moisture wicking material at all contact points and straps can be custom fit to each patient |
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full width posterior panel and anterior panel are removable as the patient condition improves |
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anti-migration straps and anti-migration silicone beads keep brace in position |
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convertible orthosis allows for greater range of use, applications and longevity |
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no restriction of shoulder and arm movements |
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no restriction of thoracic and abdominal breathing |
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the Spinomed® III can be put on as easily as a jacket or backpack |
EVIDENCE BASED STUDY RESULTS1 |
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strengthens back extensors by 73% |
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strengthens abdominal flexors by 58% |
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reduce angle of kyphosis by 11% |
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reduce body sway by 25% |
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decrease pain by 38% |
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increase vital capacity by 7% |
SPINOMED® III Back View
