| Specialist equipment such as splints, callipers and braces can help with paralysis and contractures. |
| Thin extremities with arthrogrypotic fourth finger contractures bilaterally were also noted. |
| During the immobilization of a fracture, all nonimmobilized parts must be moved to avoid stiffness, muscle atrophy and joint contractures. |
| If more than four contractures there may be a problem if the Shih Tzu puppy has not been whelped. |
| Pain relief and frequent passive movements prevent contractures and joint ankylosis. |
| Knee height calipers are of limited use in patients with contractures, which includes many rehabilitation patients. |
