Description
By Caroline Adrian, PT, PhD
This program has been approved for 1 hour of continuing education credit in jurisdictions that recognize RACE approval.
Orthotic prescription, designed to support a weak or injured limb, is a well-known intervention in human physical therapy to achieve rehabilitative goals. Biomechanics behind various types of orthotics, as well as goals for choosing an orthosis, will be discussed. Types of orthotics, to include carpal, tarsal and stifle orthoses, as well as examples cases for each, will be presented. A relatively new concept, bracing for neurologic dysfunction will be discussed with case examples.
Course Expires: 11/02/2024
Objectives
By the end of this course, learners will
- Identify various orthotics and indications for each
- Understand biomechanical principles behind brace design
- Biomechanically compare and contrast various orthoses on the market
Certificate
By completing/passing this course, you will attain the certificate CE: Bracing for Mobility
Learning Credits
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