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Basic Goals of Orthoses and Core Values in Orthotics and Prosthetics
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Basic Goals of Orthoses and Core Values in Orthotics and Prosthetics

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What is the primary purpose of an orthosis?

  • To provide aesthetic appeal
  • To support and protect a specific body part (correct)
  • To increase range of motion
  • To increase muscle power
  • Which of the following is NOT a key step in the process of creating an orthosis?

  • Fitting and evaluation
  • Design/manufacture
  • Assessment
  • Surgical intervention (correct)
  • Which of the following is a potential complication of improper casting for an orthosis?

  • Decreased foot deformities
  • Improved proprioception
  • Increased knee flexion in stance (correct)
  • Increased range of motion
  • Which of the following is a core value in the provision of orthoses?

    <p>Mutual trust</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a goal of orthoses maintenance?

    <p>Correction of body segment alignment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a step in the assessment process for creating an orthosis?

    <p>Surgical intervention</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the roles of a physical therapist mentioned in the text?

    <p>Diagnose orthotic needs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a function of orthosis as mentioned in the text?

    <p>Relieve weightbearing</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why must a physiotherapist understand the biomechanics of the spine?

    <p>To evaluate orthotic adequacy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What can prolonged orthotic use lead to?

    <p>Reduced range of motion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what conditions can orthoses be used according to the text?

    <p>Musculoskeletal conditions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Orthoses Goals

    • Maintenance or correction of body segment alignment
    • Assistance or resistance to joint motion
    • Axial loading of the orthosis, and relief of distal weight-bearing forces
    • Protection against physical insult

    Core Values in Orthotics and Prosthetics

    • Mutual trust
    • Knowledge or expertise
    • Shared responsibility for joint decision-making
    • Mutual respect
    • Two-way communication
    • Cooperation and coordination
    • Optimism

    What is an Orthosis?

    • An individually designed or customized device applied to the external part of the body
    • Provides support and protection to a particular area of the body
    • Uses biomechanical principles to realign joints and reduce pain

    3 Steps to Create an Orthosis

    • Assessment: Medical/Physical, Biomechanical, ROM/Muscle Power, Proprioception, Sensation
    • Design/Manufacture: Materials, Construction, Suspension/strapping, Cosmesis
    • Fitting and Evaluation: Good anatomical fit, Good biomechanical function, Easy to don/doff, Comfortable to wear

    Possible Complications

    • Loss of sensation (check skin regularly to avoid pressure areas)
    • Compensations in ipsilateral or contralateral limbs
    • Complications of casting at incorrect angle (foot deformities, increased knee flexion in stance)
    • Loss of sensory feedback and proprioception loss
    • Restricted range of motion
    • Loss of natural shock absorption and long-term joint damage

    Role of Physical Therapist

    • Understand the biomechanics of the spine and each individual orthosis
    • Identify functional problems of the patient
    • Determine orthotic needs
    • Prescribe orthoses according to each patient's problems and requirements
    • Evaluate orthotic adequacy
    • Teach the patient to put on and off the orthoses
    • Train the patient for proper use of the orthoses
    • Observe appropriate precautions associated with orthotic use

    Functions of Orthosis

    • Prevent deformity
    • Correct deformity
    • Maintain correction
    • Control instability
    • Relieve weight-bearing
    • Facilitate ambulation
    • Relieve pain

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    Explore the basic goals of orthoses, including maintenance of body segment alignment, assistance to joint motion, and axial loading. Learn about core values in orthotics and prosthetics such as mutual trust, shared decision-making, and cooperation. Understand the importance of orthotics and prosthetics in enhancing mobility.

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