After a rib fracture, patient’s breathing becomes shallow. The shallow breathing increases the risk of pneumonia. Most patients with rib fractures are treated with analgesics and sent home, which reduces the pain but aggravates the breathing. The Rib-Secure covers only the fracture region and does not inhibit breathing. It reduces the fracture pain, and through that improves the intensity of breathing. The improvement of respiratory functions starts with the pain reduction immediately after the application of Orthesis, as has been proven clinically and spirometrically. The Rib-Secure is applied without heat, water, or any special instrument and can be worn for more than 10 days even in the shower or bath. The Chrisofix Chest Orthesis (rib splint) is an effective and easy to use device for the treatment of rib fractures. It quickly reduces pain and increases the forced vital capacity (FVC). It decreases the para- doxical thoracic movement, if present, and thus reduces the risk of late complications. The rib splint is easy to apply securely in the correct position on fractured site. The Chest Orthesis is also comfortable to wear, hypoallergenic and X-ray transparent. It is available in two sizes: 5×7 and 7×7.
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