PT 467 Prosthetics/Orthotics

This course presents 3 content areas:

Part 1 – Normal and Pathological Gait: A review of Normal Gait is provided. The student is introduced to Pathological Gait and Observation Gait Analysis of Normal and Pathological function.

Part 2 – Orthotics: The student is introduced to various upper limb, lower limb, and spinal orthoses; their components and applications; the assessment of orthotic candidacy; how orthoses can substitute for biomechanical function; and how gait can be affected by orthotic application and adjustment.

Part 3 – Prosthetics: The student is introduced to various upper and lower limb prostheses; their components and applications; the biomechanical analysis of normal vs. pathological prosthetic gait; and therapeutic requirements for rehabilitation and reintegration.

 

 

 

Credits

3

Distribution

PTH