Prostheses and Orthoses

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Pre-requisites: TEFI 7205, TEFI 7207, TEFI 7208. This course addresses basic principles of lower extremity prostheses, as well as trunk, upper and lower extremity orthoses. It includes components, principles of biomechanics, recommendations, fitting, and static and dynamic alignment. Students are expected to develop skills in examination and training in the use of such devices. They are also expected to develop skills in physical therapy management of patients with lower extremity amputations from preoperative phase to training in advanced activities with lower extremity prosthesis. Basic principles of upper extremity prostheses are included. Lectures, guest speakers, visit to clinical sites, and supervised laboratory experiences are used in this course. TEFI 7306 - Ergonomics. One (1) credit. Pre-requisites: TEFI 7205, TEFI 7208. This course includes the physical therapy management of clients in the work context. Ergonomic concepts are presented including work analysis, injury prevention, and work as a functional activity, among others. Students are expected to develop physical the rapy skills in this area of practice.