Intro To Lower Extremity Orthotics

Question 1

In addition to the orthotist, the rehabilitation team includes:

Answer 1

The physician, therapists, social worker

Question 2

The goals of orthotic treatment are to control:

Answer 2

• pain
• motion
• deformity

Question 3

Which class of lower extremity orthoses is well-suited to accommodate fluctuating edema?

Answer 3

Conventional AFO

Question 4

For a particular functional need, there can be:

Answer 4

More than one appropriate orthotic solution

Question 5

Which class of lower extremity orthoses is well-suited for intimate fit and light weight?

Answer 5

Thermoplastic