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ORTE 2075 - Emerging Technologies in Orthotic Care

Credits: 4
Hours/Week: Lecture 1 Lab 6
Internship hours per week 0
Course Description: This course covers the requirements and responsibilities of a certified orthotic technician. Simulated patient scenarios will direct the student to perform device modification, adjustment, repair, or replacement and document in the medical record. Scenarios will include a variety of orthotic prescriptions that require critical thinking and technical skills to optimize the fit and function of orthotic devices. A self-directed, advanced project is required.
MnTC Goals
None

Prerequisite(s): Instructor consent
Corequisite(s): None
Recommendation: None

Major Content
  1. Advanced orthotic project
    1. Emerging technologies
    2. Initiate treatment plan
    3. Implement treatment plan
    4. Patient education
    5. Professional responsibilities
  2. Follow-up Procedures
    1. Device modification
    2. Growth adjustment
    3. Orthosis repair/replace
    4. Pressure relief/redistribution
    5. Fit/function optimization
  3. Facility Management
    1. Fabrication procedures
    2. Machine maintenance
    3. Equipment calibration
    4. Documentation
    5. Safety

Learning Outcomes
At the end of this course, students will be able to:

  1. describe emerging technologies in orthotic care. (C.8.0)
  2. initiate an orthotic treatment plan. (C.2.0, C.2.1, C.2.2, C.2.3, C.2.4)
  3. fabricate an advanced orthotic project. (C.1.7, C.8.4, C.8.4.a)
  4. implement an orthotic treatment plan. (C.4.0, C.4.1, C.4.2, C.4.3)
  5. identify information related to device care, use, and maintenance.  (C.2.3)
  6. discuss information related to device care, use, and maintenance.  (C.4.3)
  7. maintain a professional environment. (C.6.1)
  8. summarize certification requirements for an orthotic technician. (C.1.6)
  9. provide follow-up support to the orthotist.  (C.5.0)
  10. modify orthoses to prescription criteria or instructions provided by a practitioner. (C.5.1)
  11. adjust orthoses to redistribute forces or relieve excessive pressure. (C.4.2, C.5.1)
  12. adjust orthoses to accommodate growth or volumetric changes. (C.4.2, C.5.1)
  13. repair orthoses to prescription criteria or instructions provided by a practitioner. (C.5.2)
  14. optimize the fit and function of an orthotic device. (C.4.2)
  15. document modifications, adjustments, or repairs to orthoses. (C.5.3)
  16. develop and document long-term service plan of an orthotic device.  (C.5.4)
  17. perform scheduled machine and equipment maintenance. (C.6.2)
  18. perform scheduled machine and equipment calibration. (C.6.2)
  19. document machine and equipment maintenance. (C.6.3)
  20. complete service log
  21. demonstrate the ability to use materials, equipment. tools, and components safely. (ISPO)
  22. practice sound judgement regarding safety of self and others.  (A.1.2)
  23. adhere to safety procedures and practices throughout the fabrication process.  (A.1.2, C.4.0, C.4.1)
  24. maintain a safe environment. (C.6.1)

Minnesota Transfer Curriculum (MnTC): Goals and Competencies
Competency Goals (MnTC Goals 1-6)
None
Theme Goals (MnTC Goals 7-10)
None


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