FUNCTIONAL FRACTURE BRACING

Written by pioneering leaders in the development of functional fracture bracing systems, this manual is a practical how to guide for treating fractures of the upper and lower limb. Drs. Sarmiento and Latta explain the indications and contraindications for functional bracing, show how to place and remove the brace, and offer detailed advice on patient instruction, rehabilitation, follow up, expected outcome, and prevention, as well as management of complications. The book is thoroughly illustrated with more than 400 step by step photographs and contains patient information sheets that can be copied and handed out to patients. Includes bibliographical references.
173 pages. Hardback.