Exporting orthopaedic appliances and artificial joints to Europe
Orthopaedic appliances are worn, carried or implanted in the body to compensate for a defect. They include crutches, surgical belts and trusses, and appliances fixated during surgical procedures. Splints and other fracture appliances are orthopaedic appliances designed to perform a therapeutic or corrective function. Splints can be applied internally or externally.