Jan 15, 2025  
Catalog 2022-2023 
    
  Publication Home
  Profile of LSUHS
  Accreditation
  Administration
  Library Facilities
  Mission, Vision, and Values
  Diversity Statement
  Registrar and Financial Services
  Regulations
  Institutional Policies & Procedures
  Academic Calendars
  Degrees Offered
  School of Allied Health Professions
  School of Graduate Studies
  School of Medicine
  Course Descriptions
  Campus Map
  Catalog Archives
HELP
Catalog 2022-2023 [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

PHTH 7570 - Prosthetics & Orthotics

2 Credits

An introduction to the evaluation and management of patients requiring orthotic or prosthetic interventions. Related topics include: etiology and presentation of upper and lower extremity dysfunction, management of the diabetic foot, amputation, and the role physical therapy in an interdisciplinary orthotic/prosthetic clinic model. Emphasis is on evaluation, prescription, and pre- and post-device training; limited experiences in fabrication or splinting may be included.