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Orthoflex Foot and Ankle Brace: Use in Foot and Ankle Surgery. Prof. N.D.Reis. ER 1. Ankle injury. ER 2. To x-ray. Roentgen/CT. Back to ER. ER 3. “Admit this case for surgery”. d. Admit to orthopedic service. Department of Orthopedic Surgery. To operating room.
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Orthoflex Foot and Ankle Brace: Use in Foot and Ankle Surgery Prof. N.D.Reis
ER 1 Ankleinjury
ER 2 To x-ray
Roentgen/CT Back to ER
ER 3 “Admit this case for surgery” d Admit to orthopedic service
Department of Orthopedic Surgery To operating room Waiting for operation Shop
Advantages • Comfort for patient • Quick for Staff • No mess in ER,OR, or ward • One simple brace from ER to discharge • Early movement • Easy wound inspection • Easy change of dressings • X ray transparent • Saves time and money • Easy intra-hospital transport • Simple strap adjustment for swelling or shrinking