Mark,
I am very interested in hearing what the list replies. We have several
patients who would benefit from stabilizing a brachial plexus injury. We
have also been discussing an idea to also incorporate a lift assist elbow
joint with a body powered figure 9 axilla strap attached to a type of elbow
orthosis to promote some function too. Please list your responses.
Where do you get the Wilmer Carrying Orthosis?
Joe Pongratz, CPO, FAAOP
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From: Orthotics and Prosthetics List [mailto:[email protected]] On
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Sent: Tuesday, August 22, 2006 5:53 PM
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Subject: [OANDP-L] Brachial Plexus Runner
Hi all,
Have an athlete with disability, right brachial plexus lesion 2 to MBA.
Nerve transplantation for shoulder stability, has worked but not 100%.
Running short to long distance on the track.
Binding arm across chest with hand close to opposite shoulder at present.
Would like to try and position arm for more normal swing during running but
maintaining shoulder subluxation support.
About to try Wilmer carrying orthosis with modifications.
Wondering if anyone has had experience with this type of scenario?
Will post results.
Mark Raabe
OrthoSynergy Pty Ltd
P: 02 9526 8066
F: 02 9531 2806
