Orthotic Therapy MethodsLaajuus (5 cr)

Objective

You are able designe individual orthoses to the different signs and needs of the clients.  You are familiar with the materials for making foot orthoses and can choose the appropriate material for their fabrication. You are capable of safe working in workshops and are able to prepare foot orthoses by means of plaster casts to alleviate client’s problems or dysfunctions of the foot. You are familiar with the various orthotic techniques and are aware of their indications for use. You can assess the effectiveness of foot orthoses and the functionality of the materials used. You can connect the orthotic therapy as part of podiatry and client service.

Content

Safe working conditions in workshop facilities Principles and indications for the use of orthotic therapy and making foot orthoses Foot orthotic materials Foot orthoses prepared by means of plaster casts Assessing the effectiveness of foot orthoses Various fabrication techniques of foot orthoses

Qualifications

Basics of Orthotic Therapy 5 cr

Assessment criteria, good (3)

c. You can carry out interrelated tasks fluently. d. You can justify their actions in customer, user and target group situations. e. You can apply the key models, methods, software and techniques of the professional field.