Neurocontracture Treatment Device.NeuroFlex[TM] Orthotics orthotics /or·thot·ics/ (-iks) the field of knowledge relating to orthoses and their use. or·thot·ics n. are patented, effective approaches for treating contractures Contractures Definition Contractures are the chronic loss of joint motion due to structural changes in non-bony tissue. These non-bony tissues include muscles, ligaments, and tendons. caused by immobility and neurological dysfunction. These devices are bioengineered to provide a modulus of "flex" to initiate muscle inhibition and diminish tone shortly after device application. NeuroStretch[TM] is an alternative to traditional, passive range-of-motion (ROM) stretching techniques. It avoids the initiation of the stretch reflex stretch reflex n. See myotatic reflex. stretch reflex Myotactic reflex Neurophysiology Reflex contraction of a muscle when its tendon is stretched/pulled, especially abruptly; the SR is critical for maintaining an , and allows most residents to remain in extension post-ROM. Resident comfort is perhaps the best reason to use NeuroStretch as opposed to passive ROM treatment. NeuroFlex Orthotics are available for the hand, elbow, knee, hip, ankle/toot, spine and neck. Custom fabrication fabrication (fab´rikā´sh  n),n the construction or making of a restoration. is available. |
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