OPCA1025 — Conventional Orthotic Theory and Fabrication
OPCA 1025 - Conventional Orthotic Theory and Fabrication OPCA 1025 - Conventional Orthotic Theory and Fabrication Hours/Week: Lecture 1 Lab 4 Course Description: This course focuses on the theory and design of conventional metal orthoses, with emphasis on the fabrication of a metal ankle-foot orthosis (AFO). Course activities include integration of lower-extremity anatomy, biomechanics, and material science to interpret prescriptions and work orders, identify and select components, and implement an orthotic treatment plan under the direction of an orthotist. Instruction addresses strategies for accommodating fixed and flexible deformities and for integrating footwear characteristics into lower-limb orthosis positioning and alignment. Lab work emphasizes safe use of tools and equipment, professional communication and documentation, and comprehensive fabrication of a custom conventional metal AFO with a stirrup or caliper plate. Students must be able to perform physical tasks to complete course requirements. (C.1.4) identify gross anatomical structures of the nervous, musculoskeletal, cardiopulmonary, and integumentary systems of the human body. (C.1.4) demonstrate effective communication skills appropriate for the field of O&P. demonstrate professionalism appropriate for the field of O&P. communicate using medical terminology. (C.1.4) apply foundational knowledge of biomechanical principles. (C.3.0, C.8.0) apply biomechanical principles in fabrication decisions. (B.1, C.3.0, C
Prerequisites: OPCA1015