S2 L1: Intro to Orthotics & Prosthetics

Question 1

Provides care to persons with neuromuscular and musculoskeletal impairments that contribute to functional limitation and disability by designing, fabricating, and fitting orthoses or custom-made braces for pts with functional limitations.

Answer 1

Orthotists

Question 2

Any externally applied device to an existing body part that improves function

Answer 2

Orthoses

Question 3

What are the Goals of Orthoses?
(Hint: S, S, L, C, U)

Answer 3

1. Stabilize weak or paralyzed segments or joints
2. Support damaged or diseased segments or joints
3. Limit or augment motion across joints
4. Control abnormal or spastic movements
5. Unload distal segments

Question 4

What orthoses goal is fit for a person who suffered from Flat Foot Deformity?

Answer 4

Stabilize weak or paralyzed segments or joints

Question 5

What orthoses goal is recommended for a person who suffered from a burn injury, any form of contracture, or several deformities that malposition a body part (Pes Equinus Deformity)

Answer 5

Support the damaged or diseased segments or joints

Question 6

What orthoses goal is recommended for a person who has an over facilitated plantar flexion?

Answer 6

Limit or augment motion across joints.

Question 7

What orthoses goal is recommended for a person suffering from a severe neuromuscular abnormality movement?

Answer 7

Control abnormal or spastic movements

Question 8

What is the Primary purpose of an orthosis

Answer 8

To unload the distal segment.

It will utilize the more proximal musculature to avoid at some extend - pain.

Question 9

This type of splint will fix the foot/ankle in a certain position and movement is not allowed.

Answer 9

LE Static Splint

Question 10

This type of splint will allow certain movement and limiting/restricting certain motions in the lower extremity.

Answer 10

LE Dynamic Splint

Question 11

This type of splint is recommended for immobilization, support, prevent deformities, prevent soft tissue contractures, allows attachment of assistive devices, and blocking of segments in the upper extremity.

Answer 11

UE Static Splint

Question 12

This type of splint allows certain movement and limiting/restricting certain motions. It provides substitution for loss of motor function, corrects existing deformity, provides controlled directional movement, aids in fracture aligning and wound healing in the upper extremity.

Answer 12

UE Dynamic Splint

Question 13

This type of orthoses is currently made prefabricated in the market. Most commonly prefabricated, thus, easily accessible/readily available in the market.

Answer 13

Philadelphia Neck Collar

Question 14

This type of orthoses is indicated for patients with instability in the cervical spine secondary to fractures.

Answer 14

Halo Traction Brace

Question 15

This type of orthoses is custom made for affectations on the neck

Answer 15

Soft Collar

Question 16

This type of orthoses is a common body brace or a corrective brace. This is indicated for patients with scoliosis.

Answer 16

Milwaukee Brace

Question 17

This type of orthoses targets the thoracolumbosacral region. Provides limitation or stabilization for movement.

Answer 17

Knight-Taylor Brace

Question 18

This type of orthoses extends from the foot to the waist. Provides stability and aids in ambulation when LE muscles are weak.

Answer 18

Long Leg Brace

Question 19

This type of orthoses will cover the ankle and foot segment. Primarily indicated for patients with weakness of ankle dorsiflexors as manifested or seen in stroke patients.

Answer 19

Short Leg Brace

Question 20

This is an external modification is made on the sole. Common. Corrective shoes. Orthotists fabricate these.

Answer 20

Orthopedic Shoes

Question 21

This internal modification is custom made or is readily available in the market when you need to make corrections. For flat foot, you use this to correct the arches of the foot. Orthotists will also make this.

Answer 21

Moldable Inserts

Question 22

Provide care to patients with partial or total absence of limbs by designing, fabricating, and fitting prostheses or artificial limbs.

Answer 22

Prosthetists

Question 23

T/F: Prostehtists create the design to fit the individual’s particular functional and cosmetic needs

Answer 23

True

Question 24

A device that is designed to replace as much as possible the function, or appearance of a missing limb or body part

Answer 24

Prosthesis

Question 25

This type of prosthesis is suited for patients who had a loss of limb just above the elbow in which the proximal attachment is at the shoulder

Answer 25

Above Elbow Prosthesis

Question 26

This type of prosthesis is recommended for pts who has a total absence of the entire UE

Answer 26

Body Powered Prosthesis

Question 27

This type of prosthesis is one of the newer tx for pts who lost a limb is through robotics. Integrated function and technology to promote higher functionality of the patient.

Answer 27

Robotic UE Prosthesis

Question 28

Downside of getting a Robotic UE Prosthesis

Answer 28

It might be costly for the patient.

Question 29

This type of prosthesis is technically made of a durable shell and tends to be bulkier but there are designs that can match the skin tone.

It is heavier and sometimes difficult to use and there is a restriction of what shoes can be used. More common.

Answer 29

Exoskeleton LE Prosthesis

Question 30

This type of prosthesis is sometimes made of metal or titanium. Pts prefer the endoskeleton rather than the exoskeleton since it is lighter, much more pleasing to look at, and it could fit different shoe types. It is more pricy.

Answer 30

Endoskeleton LE Prosthesis.

Question 31

T/F: The orthotists and prosthetists being part of a multidisciplinary rehabilitation team does not promote inter-professional collaboration to address the needs of the patient.

Answer 31

False

Question 32

What is the role of the Physical Therapist after the orthotists/prosthetist made the device?

Answer 32

To further confirm and check out if this pt will be comfortable or the device was able to achieve the ultimate function that the pt would want.

Question 33

T/F: The PT/OT will provide the therapy program, which may include strengthening, range of motion, ambulation, wheelchair mobility, self-care activities, proper use of orthotic device, therapeutic modalities, and home exercise program

Answer 33

True

Question 34

T/F: The physicians are the primary lead of the rehabilitation team in terms of the pt care

Answer 34

True

Question 35

They perform the medical evaluation, including chart review, history taking, and physical examination

Answer 35

Physicians

Question 36

T/F: The PT establish restrictions of the treatment program to prevent complications or danger to the patient

Answer 36

False.
It’s the job of the physician

Question 37

It is the cornerstone of the rehabilitation process of the patient.

Answer 37

Communication

Question 38

It is their role to convey appropriate information to the team members and comply with the treatment program and proper use of the orthotic device

Answer 38

Patient

Question 39

T/F: It is vital for the patient to follow up with the team, particularly if complications or problems related to the orthosis or function/ prescribed program

Answer 39

Truenesss

Question 40

The 3 Major events that served as the impetus for orthotists and prosthetists profession.

Answer 40

WWI, WWII, Onset and spread of poliomyelitis in the 50s

Question 41

T/F: The Artificial Limb Manufacturer’s Association was formed to replace its professional predecessor, the American Orthotic and Prosthetic Association

Answer 41

False.
The Artificial Limb Manufacturer’s Association was the predecessor.

Question 42

Where was the common practice of the orthotists and prosthetists?

Answer 42

Private Office