Term 1 Flashcards
What is the purpose of orthotics? (3)
Improve function
Prevent Deformity
Reduce Symptoms
What are the properties of Poron Green and Grey? (3)
Cushioning, elastic and shock absorbing properties
Where can you use Poron Green and Grey?
(5)
Dome pads
Shaft pads
Tarsal platforms
PMP/PMB
Covering Material
What are the properties of Poron 94* (Pink)? (3)
Low weight open cell foam.
Memory cushion.
Polyurethane
What is Poron 94 ideal for which patients? And why?
Ideal for rheumatoid and diabetic patients. It acts as a shock absorber
What is one of the description of Cleron?
High resistance to pressure
What is one of the properties of Cleron?
Has antibacterial agent that inhibits fungi and odour generating organisms.
What is Cleron used for?
It is used in shoes that dont have much space
List 3 types of EVA.
High Density
Low Density
Medium Density
What are the properties of the low density EVA?
What is it used for?
Used for pressure deflection / cushioning.
Arch supports, PMP’s, heel cushion, heel raise & domes.
What are the properties of the high density EVA?
Used for functional control where flexibility and durability is needed.
Moulded inlays, heel raise, wedging.
What are the properties of the medium density EVA?
good shock absorbing properties
PMP’s, domes, heel raise, moulded inlays.
How many people can work in a
orthotics laboratory? And why?
Two, because one person is not allowed on their own
List 4 types of PPE to use in orthotics when using machines and hot stuff.
Face mask/ Visors
Safety goggles
Ear protection
Heat resistance gloves
Equipment is installed to protect the quality of the circulating air in the lab. What is the equipment? (2)
Ventilation System
Individual dust extractors/filters
What is ESOAP stand for?
Evaluation
Subjective
Objective
Action
Plan
What does E stand for? (ESOAP) list a couple of things you could a patient?
Evaluation- how was the last treatment (was there any improvement or was it worse?)
On a scale 1-10 how much would you rate the pain?
How long did it take for the pain to return from your last treatment if it did?
What does S stand for? (ESOAP) list a couple of things you could a patient
Subjective- what brings you in today? What treatment would you like me to undertake? Are they any sites of discomfort or pain?
Is there anything I need to be awake of before I start the treatment?
What does O stand for? (ESOAP) list a couple of things you could a patient
Objective- what do you see?
Check:have a feel of feet, look at skin, nails or swelling? Note these all down
What does A stand for? (ESOAP) list a couple of things you could a patient
Action- what have you done today? Any treatment done? Nails cut, filed or removal of callus or verruca. Make sure to use pink hydrex spray and wipe feet.
What does P stand for? (ESOAP) list a couple of things you could a patient
P-Plan
Fissures or dry skin, advice for flexitol cream to be used.
