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A "Halo" is no more than a stabilization aide for the purposes of immobilizing and supporting the spine (cervical portion to be exact). An adult human head weighs approximately as much as a Bowling ball. Due to the effects of gravity, forward head posture, as well as other head movements away from its central axis, increase this weight dramatically, placing unnecessary strain on the surrounding muscles of the spine. During the recovery period of a spinal intervention, it is necessary to eliminate said muscular strain as much as possible in order to avoid the formation of scar tissue, calcium deposits, etc, as well as the possibility of reinjury. It is no different than when it is done on an arm or leg. While some "Halos" allow for certain limited ranges of motion, most are set in a affixed position.
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When would one use a Halo Brace?
Halo braces are generally used after a mild to severe spinal injury, most commonly following a fracture to the spine. Its position helps restrict movement to further damage the injured spine.
What is spinal compression fracture?
i don't know:)its a cord in you spine. To improve upon this it is actually a fracture in a vertibrae.
How to Transfer spinal cord injury patients with halo?
Discuss the introduction of dual-wielding in Halo 2 and its improvement by Halo 3. It would also be beneficial in persuading a transfer from Halo to Halo 2 or 3 by enlightening the spinal cord injury patient regarding the improvement in graphics from Halo to Halo 2 and 3.
What vertebra is least likely to cause a spinal cord injury if fracture?
L4
What is the code for the removal of a halo after the patient has healed from their c-1 fracture and the initial cranial halo was applied by the same physician?
20661
What is a bowing fracture?
A bowing fracture is a fracture that only happens in children where the bone bends but does not break.
What happens if you cast a fracture too soon?
the fracture will not heal properly.
What will a spinal fracture of c6 do?
A spinal fracture will only cause paralysis if the spinal cord is also damaged. A C5 injury will affect finger flexion and extension, wrist flexion, tricepts, and all muscle groups from the chest downwards throughout the body. Breathing will be compromised, as will bowel, bladder and sexual function.
What happens if you get a communuted fracture?
In a Comminuted fracture, the bone is broken into three or more pieces.
Do you have to wear traction or a spinal halo if you have spinal fusion if so how long for please answer very urgent?
Following a spinal fusion, you are not required to wear traction or a spinal halo. The recommended regime varies from patient to patient but focuses on incorporating the exercises generally learned while at the hospital. In some cases, traction is recommended before the fusion procedure as an alternative.
Complete bone fracture?
A complete fracture happens when the bone is broken clean trough and not attached.
What happens in your body when you break a bone?
fracture
