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Learning Objectives
1.Describe the difference between off-the-shelf, prefabricated and custom fabricated spinal devices
2.Identify the nomenclature for spinal orthoses by recognizing the commonly used abbreviations of various spinal devices such as: CO, CTO, LSO, TLSO, SOMI and CASH
3.Describe the common functional components of a spinal orthosis and their respective anatomical relevance to trim lines
4.List the different types and functional use of spinal orthoses
5.Describe the potential benefits and complications associated with the use of spinal orthoses
6.Describe current evidence that is helping to shape care for relevant patient populations