MKS^® Thorecta plus 

Thoracic Spine/Reclination

The corset system designed for spinal stabilization between the third thoracic vertebral body and the fifth lumbar vertebral body. From conservative fracture treatment and post-operative use through to complete rehabilitation.

Characteristics

• The metal rails are easy to mold.
• Extremely good compliance is achieved thanks to the ideal width and the comfortable padding of the dorsal pads.
• The clip fastener makes putting the brace on and taking it off simple.
• Compression padding for the waist.

 Indications

• conservatively treated vertebral fractures
• spondylodesis; stiffening of existing vertebral segments
• spondylolisthesis; vertebral sliding
• following prosthetic intervertebral disk replacement
• following spinal canal stenosis surgery
• following spinal tumour surgery
• following spine-straightening surgery in the treatment of scoleosis
• following spine-straightening surgery in the treatment of Bechterew's disease
• following kyphoplasty; straightening of an osteoporotic fracture with bone cement filling
• fracture prevention in osteoporosis

Mode of operation:

The MKS Thorecta plus corset is based on the reclination principle combined with additional limitation of lateral flexion provided by the thoracic brace for the thoracic spine and by the gluteal brace for the lumbar spine. Owing to the straightening up of the spine by the front and back pieces, the individual sections of the thoracic and lumbar spine are relieved. The wide thoracic brace provides additional limitation of lateral flexion thus leading to an even higher degree of immobilization and relief in the entire treatment area. An even higher degree of limitation of movement can be achieved with an optional gluteal brace. The reclination straps straighten up the spinal column and minimize rotational movements. The compression applied between the iliac crest and the thorax (cherry pit effect) provides additional relief to the lumbar spine.

The MKS Thorecta plus corset consists of chest and back pieces that are available in different heights depending on the size of the patient and on the type of treatment. The two pieces are linked to each other by textile straps. The front and back pieces of the MKS Thorecta plus corset consist of aluminum rods that can be adjusted to the anatomic shape of the patient. These aluminum rods accommodate plastic pads, which, together with the textile straps, provide the support. Any parts pointing towards the body are covered with padding.

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