A patient has had a brace prescribed to facilitate recovery from a knee injury. What are the potential therapeutic benefits of a brace? Select all that apply
A) Preventing additional injury
B) Immobilizing prior to surgery
C) Providing support
D) Controlling movement
E) Promoting bone remodeling
Ans: A, C, D
Feedback:
Braces (i.e., orthoses) are used to provide support, control movement, and prevent additional injury. They are not used to immobilize body parts or to facilitate bone remodeling.
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