Understanding Your Orthotic Written Exam Results

Evaluate the findings to determine an orthotic treatment plan. Consult with physician/referral source/appropriately licensed health care provider to modify, if necessary, the original prescription and/or treatment plan. Identify design, materials and components to support treatment plan, including how the orthosis will address the specific functional needs. Implementation of the Treatment Plan Select appropriate materials/techniques in order to obtain a patient model/ image. Select appropriate materials and components for orthosis based on patient criteria to ensure optimum strength, durability and function. Complete or delegate fabrication of orthosis including positive mold rectification. Assess/align orthosis for accuracy in sagittal, transverse and coronal planes in order to provide maximum function/comfort. Educate patient and/or caregiver about the use and maintenance of the orthosis. Documentation using established record-keeping techniques to verify implementation of treatment plan.

The C-bar on a hand orthosis acts as a:

1. Thumb flexion stop

2. Thumb adduction stop

3. Thumb extension stop

4. Thumb flexion assist

Which of the following ankle joint configurations would be the MOST appropriate for a patient with Fair (2/5) plantar flexion strength and Good (4/5) dorsiflexion strength?

1. Double adjustable with anterior springs/posterior pins

2. Double adjustable with anterior springs/posterior springs

3. Double adjustable with anterior pins/posterior springs

4. Double adjustable with anterior pins/posterior pins

When designing a thermoplastic solid-ankle AFO, trimming the footplate proximal to the metatarsal heads will MOSTLY effect:

1. The third rocker

2. The second rocker

3. The first rocker

4. Midstance

The PRIMARY goal of a corrective scoliosis orthosis in the treatment of moderate adolescent idiopathic scoliosis is:

1. Reduction of pain

2. Preventing progression of the curve(s)

3. Permanent correction of the curve(s)

4. Creation of shoulder and pelvic symmetry