ABSTRACT
There are various treatments for musculoskeletal-related conditions, including the use of durable medical equipment (DME). Numerous DME devices are currently available. This article addresses several of the common DME devices used for treating upper and lower extremity orthopedic conditions.
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Durable Medical Equipment , Lower Extremity , Musculoskeletal Diseases/rehabilitation , Orthopedic Equipment , Upper Extremity , HumansABSTRACT
Nerve entrapment syndromes in the upper extremity are being recognized with increasing frequency. Prompt and correct diagnosis of these injuries is important. This article is a review of the common entrapment nerve injuries seen in the upper extremity. Each of these clinical syndromes is discussed independently, reviewing the anatomy, compression sites, patient presentation (history and examination), the role of additional diagnostic studies, and management.
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Nerve Compression Syndromes/diagnosis , Upper Extremity/innervation , Carpal Tunnel Syndrome/diagnosis , Carpal Tunnel Syndrome/therapy , Forearm/innervation , Hand/innervation , Humans , Muscle Weakness/etiology , Nerve Compression Syndromes/complications , Nerve Compression Syndromes/therapy , Pain/etiology , Paresthesia/etiology , Radial Neuropathy/diagnosis , Radial Neuropathy/therapy , Wrist/innervationABSTRACT
This article is based on educating readers and physicians about the use of footwear and orthotics for themselves and their patients, to treat diseases and enhance functionality in sports and daily life.
