Veidlapa Nr. M-3 (8)
Study Course Description
Orthotics with Firm Orthosis
Course Code
REK_279
Branch of Science
Clinical medicine; Orthopaedics
ECTS
7.00
Target Audience
Medical Services
LQF
Level 6
Study Type And Form
Full-Time
Study Course Implementer
Course Supervisor
Ēriks Švēde
Structure Unit Manager
Liāna Deklava
Structural Unit
Department of Rehabilitation
Contacts
Riga, 26a Anninmuizas boulevard, rk@rsu.lv, +371 20271291
About Study Course
Objective
Provide an introduction to the basic principles of rigid orthotics. Provide a basic understanding of the historic origins of the process and the development of technological application. Introduce to the system of orthotic classification and its historic background. Teach to distinguish types of orthoses by their anatomical features. Provide theoretical information about technological specifics of the production of orthoses, specific components and it functional differences. Provide knowledge about specific illnesses that have been treated or controlled by orthoses.
Preliminary Knowledge
Anatomy, Physics, Materials and Processing, Introduction to the Profession, Physiology, Biology.
Learning Outcomes
Knowledge
1.Understanding of the history of orthotics, anatomical classification, principles of production and clinical case analysis. Characterization of rigid orthosis functions. Recognition of the functional separation of rigid orthosis. Knowledge of materials used in the manufacture of rigid orthosis.
Skills
1.Ability to explain the basic principles of orthotic production and apply them in an actual technological process.
Competences
1.Ability to explain the principles of orthotic application with various illnesses and provide analysis of clinical cases.
Assessment
Individual work
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1.
Individual work |
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Clinical case analysis, presentations, group work.
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Examination
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% from total grade
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Grade
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1.
Examination |
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Knowledge of orthosis theory, knowledge of orthosis manufacturing technologies, skills in orthosis making. Type of examination – test 50% course work 20%, practical examination 30%.
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Study Course Theme Plan
FULL-TIME
Part 1
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E-Studies platform
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2
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History of Orthotics, ISO Classification, manufacturing technologies
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E-Studies platform
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History of Orthotics, ISO Classification, manufacturing technologies
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Auditorium
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2
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Illnesses and orthoses
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E-Studies platform
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Illnesses and orthoses
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On site
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Auditorium
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2
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Topics
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Lower limb orthoses, principles of use
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E-Studies platform
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Lower limb orthoses, principles of use
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E-Studies platform
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Lower limb orthoses, principles of use
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Auditorium
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Lower limb orthoses, principles of use
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E-Studies platform
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Lower limb orthoses, principles of use
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Lower limb orthoses, principles of use
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Auditorium
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Upper limb orthoses, principles of use
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E-Studies platform
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Upper limb orthoses, principles of use
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Body orthoses positioning/correction, principles of use
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E-Studies platform
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Body orthoses positioning/correction, principles of use
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Body orthoses positioning/correction, principles of use
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Body orthoses positioning/correction, principles of use
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E-Studies platform
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Body orthoses positioning/correction, principles of use
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Body orthoses positioning/correction, principles of use
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On site
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Auditorium
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Orthoses, specific cases
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E-Studies platform
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Orthoses, specific cases
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Case studies
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Total ECTS (Creditpoints):
7.00
Contact hours:
76 Academic Hours
Final Examination:
Exam (Written)
Bibliography
Required Reading
1.
Orthotics and Prosthetics in Rehabilitation by Michelle M. Lusardi, Caroline C. Nielsen and Millee Jorge, 2020.
2.
Prosthetics & Orthotics in Clinical Practice: A Case Study Approach by Matt 2011. (akceptējams izdevums)
3.
Introduction to Orthotics: A Clinical Reasoning and Problem-Solving Approach. 2020.
4.
Orthotic Intervention for the Hand and Upper Extremity: Splinting Principles, 2022.
5.
Orthotics: A Comprehensive Clinical Approach by Joan Edelstein MA PT. 2002. (akceptējams izdevums)
6.
Prosthetics and Orthotics: Lower Limb and Spinal by Ron Seymour. 2002. (akceptējams izdevums)
Additional Reading
1.
Principles of Rehabilitation Medicine; Raj Mitra; 2018
2.
Atlas of Orthoses and Assistive Devices; Joseph Webster MD; Douglas Murphy MD; 2018