PECTUS CARINATUM BRACE
Often called “Pigeon Chest Deformity” Pectus Carinatum (PC) is caused when the sternum or breast bone is pushed outward. The forward protrusion of the sternum often causes pain during exercise or during times of increased respiratory effort. A dynamic chest compression orthosis (DCCO) can be prescribed for children up to age 16 years old. This type of treatment dates back to 1979 when Haje and Bowen developed the first DCCO orthosis.
The orthosis is designed to be worn 22 hours per day, to provide a comfortable, compressive force that slowly flattens the prominence. It is a light weight, low profile device which is easily applied and tightened. Orthotic treatment is strictly non-surgical, however; it does not preclude surgical intervention if correction is not obtained.
The orthosis is designed to be worn 22 hours per day, to provide a comfortable, compressive force that slowly flattens the prominence. It is a light weight, low profile device which is easily applied and tightened. Orthotic treatment is strictly non-surgical, however; it does not preclude surgical intervention if correction is not obtained.
Bay Orthopedic offers a unique custom fabricated patent pending gel based low profile
Pectus Carinatum brace that cosmetically hides under the patients clothes and is comfortable to wear.
For more information, please contact one of Bay Orthopedic’s offices and
request the Pectus Carinatum informational brochure.
Pectus Carinatum brace that cosmetically hides under the patients clothes and is comfortable to wear.
For more information, please contact one of Bay Orthopedic’s offices and
request the Pectus Carinatum informational brochure.
