A footwork controlled during booting , or CAM boot , also sometimes called under knee-length boot , is an orthopedic device prescribed for the treatment and stabilization of severe sprains, fractures, and tendons or ligament tears in the ankles or feet. In situations where ankle movements but not heavy should be limited, it may be used as a cast.
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Description
Booting runs consist of:
- The inner layer, usually a cloth, with fastening hooks and loop wraps and a patient's leg and ankle pillow
- Rigid frames to limit movement in the lower leg
- Hard plastic shells that provide stiffness and protection on the feet
- Adjustable closing system that allows fit for different foot sizes
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Variations
Walker CAM can have a height ranging from mid-calf to almost knee, depending on the conditions to be handled. Some contain inflatable compartments that can be adjusted by the patient for maximum support and comfort. For further protection from injured ankles and feet, CAM walkers can also use a wider plastic shell that also covers the rear and side of the walker, with removable plastic plate for the front.
Comparison to cast
Although CAM walkers do not provide the same level of immobility as those offered by orthopedic players, they have several advantages. Unlike casts, they can be adjusted and reusable, and fully removed, allowing patients to bathe their feet and ankles and remove walkers at night, if they wish; and a CAM walker does not require any special modifications for the patient to bear the weight and walk. However, with some fractures, removal may produce worse outcomes and this may be negative; also, with some fractures, the person should not weight. In addition, there is a larger cost.
For more severe fractures, traditional players may still be preferred.
References
Source of the article : Wikipedia
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