Reinders M F, Geertzen J H, Eisma W H
Department of Rehabilitation, University Hospital Groningen, The Netherlands.
Prosthet Orthot Int. 1996 Dec;20(3):199-202. doi: 10.3109/03093649609164445.
This clinical note describes the case of a nine-year-old girl with classical Volkmann's contracture of the left forearm. The report demonstrates the results and follow-up of conservative orthotic management used as a mode of treatment by a multidisciplinary team. When using an orthosis it is essential to check regularly to attain the desired result.