PTH646A: Orthotics and Prosthetics

Level
Doctoral
School
College of Health and Natural Science
Credits 2
This course provides a study of orthotic/prosthetic utilization in physical therapy practice. The course will introduce concepts of materials, design, fabrication and technology of orthotic/ prosthetic devices. The course will emphasize the principles of gait analysis, types of amputation, wearing/fitting of orthotics/prosthetics and the psychological considerations of the patient with an orthotic/prosthetic device. Prerequisite: Successful completion of prior coursework.