Assistant Test Content Outline

Implementation of the Treatment Plan — 31%

• Confirm the treatment plan with the supervising orthotist to ensure that device selection, materials, design, and components are appropriate and patient specific.
• Prepare patient for procedure required to initiate treatment plan.
• Select appropriate materials and techniques to gather patient data for fabrication or device selection (e.g., measure, take impression, cast, scan).
• Select appropriate prefabricated orthosis based on patient measurements, manufacturer’s specifications, and the established treatment plan.
• Modify and prepare patient model/image for custom fabrication.
• Participate in the fabrication and assembly of the orthosis to prepare for initial or diagnostic fitting.
• Assess device for structural safety and ensure that manufacturers’ guidelines have been followed prior to patient fitting.
• Assess alignment of orthosis for accuracy in the sagittal, transverse, and coronal planes to provide optimal function and comfort.
• Complete the fitting process to achieve optimal fit and function of orthosis, and confirm the device meets the treatment plan objectives.
• Reassess orthosis for structural safety.
• Educate patient and/or caregiver about the use and maintenance of the orthosis (e.g., fitting guidelines, wearing/break-in schedules, follow-up care).
• Document treatment using established documentation requirements.