INTRODUCTION TO ORTHOSES COURSE IDENTIFICATION AND APPLICATION INFORMATION

Code	Name of the Course Unit	Semester	In-Class Hours (T+P)	Credit	ECTS Credit
ORP106	INTRODUCTION TO ORTHOSES	2	2	2	3

KEY LEARNING OUTCOMES OF THE COURSE UNIT (On successful completion of this course unit, students/learners will or will be able to)
Can define the orthosis.
Explain the basic usage areas of orthoses.
Can make samples according to the basic usage areas of orthoses.
Will be able to list the usage purposes and targets of orthoses.
Explain the usage period, maintenance and applicability of orthoses on the patient.
Define orthotic approaches for common pathologies in the lower extremity.
Define orthotic approaches for common pathologies in the upper extremity.
Define orthotic approaches for trunk/spine deformities or pathologies.
Will be able to explain the usage purposes and types of mobility assist devices.

KEY LEARNING OUTCOMES OF THE COURSE UNIT (On successful completion of this course unit, students/learners will or will be able to)