No neurological findings
Bowel and bladder intact
(how do you check?)
Current kyphosis is about 10 degrees
50% canal compromise
What treatment do you recommend?
Custom Extension Type TLSO Brace
•19 degree kyphosis
•(Surgery considered for 25-30 degree kyphosis)
•50% or less canal compromise
•No neurological findings
Results of Incorrect Bracing
- Pt was placed in a “fabric and metal stays” type of brace without any ability to mold the brace or maintain extension
- Collapsed to a 35 degree kyphosis which places greater strain on lower facets (due to compensatory hyperlordosis)
