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Brittle Bone Disease (Osteogenesis Imperfecta) Learning Center
Treatments could include:
- Physical Therapy
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Placement of Metal Rods Through Bones
- Application of Spli...
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Use of Leg Braces
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Application of Cast
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Application of Back Brace
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There is not yet a cure for this disease. However, specific therapies can reduce the pain and complications associated with OI.
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There are no treatments available to cure OI, nor to prevent most of its complications. Most treatments are aimed at treating the fractures and bone deformities caused by OI. Splints, casts, braces, and rods are all used. Rodding is a surgical pro...
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There are no treatments available to cure OI, nor to prevent most of its complications. Most treatments are aimed at treating the fractures and bone deformities caused by OI. Splints, casts, braces, and rods are all used. Rodding refers to a surgi...
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Physical therapists provide services to restore function, improve mobility, relieve pain , and prevent or limit permanent physical disabilities among those suffering from injuries, disabilities, or disease.
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The professional field consists of skilled health care providers who work under the direction or supervision of a physical therapist or physical therapists. Their role is to facilitate care and treatment of patients with injuries, diseases, or dis...
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Chest physical therapy is the term for a group of treatments designed to improve respiratory efficiency, promote expansion of the lungs, strengthen respiratory muscles, and eliminate secretions from the respiratory system.
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A splint is a device used for holding a part of the body stable and motionless to decrease pain and prevent further injury.
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