PTRS 648 Prosthetics and Orthotics 3.0 Credits
This lecture/laboratory course provides students with knowledge of the components and biomechanical principles used in upper and lower extremity prostheses and lower limb and spinal orthoses. The basic principles and processes of prosthetic and orthotic prescription, checkout and functional training are presented. Pre- prosthetic medical and physical therapy management of persons with amputation is also discussed.
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit
