Jewett Vest - Rigid Back 35®

Characteristics:

• Structure with light aluminum alloy frame.
• Absence of edges on the metal for maximum comfort.
• Side adjustment with screws.
• Telescopic upper adjustment (no need to remove screws).
• Possibility of adjusting the inclination of the axillary areas thanks to a toothed system at the level of the axillary angles (every 7.5°).
• Innovative polymer spring for tilting the pelvic strap (possible to lock at 0° and 18° thanks to threaded axles).
• Floating sternal plate.
• New belt with length adjustment with triple passage. Clip to fix the excess part.
• Lever closure in plastic material with safety lock.
• Cushioned parts in water-repellent material, adapted for immersion in water: PE covered with non-toxic synthetic leather.
• The patient can use the DorsoRigid 35 in complete safety, even in the shower or during re-education in the pool.
• Horizontally or vertically positionable backplate

Indications:

• Postoperative immobilization after spinal surgery.
• Reduction and stabilization of vertebral fractures with preservation of the posterior wall (T10--L1/L2).
• Conservative treatment of stable vertebral fractures of the spine (T10-‐L1/L2).
• Osteoporotic or metastatic compression fractures of the thoracic spine and dorsolumbar transition (T10-‐L1/L2).
• Osteomalacia with fractures.
• Dorsolumbar osteoarthritis.
• Osteoporosis and degenerative metastases of the vertebral bodies.

*Distance between pubic symphysis and sternum

Reference: Thuasne 0890