Rationale for use of Ankle and Foot Splints:- Stabilize (immobilize) joints in a desired position to rest the joints, tendons, ligaments and muscles or maintain a certain bone alignment
- Prevent contracture or deformity
- Prevent unwanted motion
- Gradually stretch contracture to increase range of joint motion
- Substitute lost muscle function
- Maintain, gains achieved by manipulation, corrective surgery or reconstructive procedures
- Relieves pain
- Prevents pressure areas
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