MPO 6501 Upper Limb Orthotics
Upper Limb Orthotics (1). The topics covered in this course will include all elements of orthotic intervention that are concerned with involvement and impairment of the upper extremity. The major areas addressed in this course are: assessment of disability, function, and the upper extremity; formulation of an upper limb orthotic treatment plan; implementation of an upper limb orthotic treatment plan; and orthotic follow-up care. Students will consider orthotic design of all variations of upper limb orthoses and will develop skills in ideal shape capture, technical fabrication methods, and the clinical evaluation of fit and function for those device levels. Other content will include upper limb orthotic pediatric applications as well as time in the lab developing relevant technical and clinical skills.
Prerequisite
Completion of all MSPO Semester 4 courses with passing grades