Merritt J L
Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Mayo Medical School, Rochester, MN 55905.
J Rheumatol Suppl. 1987 Aug;14 Suppl 15:62-7.
Orthotics are externally applied devices which support a joint or enhance its function. In arthritis orthotics are prescribed to stabilize joints, provide better positioning, reduce pain, prevent deformity and improve function. Splints are used primarily for the upper extremity. Specially designed shoes can control foot and ankle pain and instability. Continuous passive motion devices are becoming widely used for early postoperative rehabilitation after arthroplasty. Unfortunately, few controlled studies have been performed to determine the utility of orthoses in patients with arthritis. Some of the most important questions on this subject are posed and available data discussed as well as the need for additional information.
矫形器是外部应用的装置，用于支撑关节或增强其功能。在关节炎治疗中，开具矫形器处方是为了稳定关节、提供更好的体位、减轻疼痛、预防畸形并改善功能。夹板主要用于上肢。特制的鞋子可以控制足部和踝关节疼痛及不稳。持续被动运动装置在关节置换术后的早期康复中得到广泛应用。遗憾的是，很少有对照研究来确定矫形器在关节炎患者中的效用。本文提出了关于该主题的一些最重要问题，讨论了现有数据以及获取更多信息的必要性。
