HRS 1787 - INTRODUCTION TO ORTHOTICS AND PROSTHETICS

Minimum Credits: 3
Maximum Credits: 3
This will be a lecture, seminar, and laboratory course introducing some of the applied science and clinical aspects of the orthotics and prosthetics (O&P) professions. Topics include: an overview of the profession; introduction to some basic anatomy, kinesiology and biomechanics related to O&P; some pathologies, disabilities, and injuries treated with orthoses or prostheses; introduction to patient evaluation and measurement; and introduction to fabrication of custom O&P devices, using laboratory equipment. The course will be taught using hypothetical or actual case studies. Classes will take place at Bakery Square (Suite 402, 6425 Penn Ave).
Academic Career: Undergraduate
Course Component: Lecture
Grade Component: Letter Grade

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