Milwakee brace is used for management of -: (A) Kyphosis, (B) Scoliosis, (C) Spondylolisthesis, (D) Developmental dysplasia of hip
Answer is B. Ans. is 'b' i.e., Scoliosis Non-operative methods in management of scoliosis* These consist of exercises to tone up the spinal muscles and give support to the spine. Following supports are commonly used:i) Milwaukee brace: This is named after the city of Milwaukee where it was designed.ii) Boston brace: It is cosmetically more acceptable.iii) Reisser's turn-buckle cast: This is a body cast with a turn-buckle in between. Tightening of the turn- buckle stretches the concave side of the curve, thus correcting the deformity.iv) Localiser cast: This is a body cast applied with the spine in traction. A special localiser table is required for this.