Orthotist Course
Gain expertise in AFO evaluation, design, casting, and fitting through this Orthotist Course. Develop strong clinical judgement for foot drop cases, avoid complications, and provide effective, comfortable braces to enhance your patients' mobility and quality of life in orthopedic practice.

from 4 to 360h flexible workload
valid certificate in your country
What will I learn?
This Orthotist Course offers a practical guide to evaluating foot drop, selecting and fitting AFOs, and tackling everyday clinical issues. You will master patient assessments, casting techniques, model prep, thermoforming, finishing processes, design options, alignment verification, and troubleshooting. It includes patient education resources, follow-up plans, and documentation aids to boost safety, comfort, and walking results.
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Develop skills
- Advanced AFO assessment: conduct quick gait and balance checks tailored to stroke patients.
- Precision casting: accurately record foot and ankle contours for superior custom AFOs.
- AFO design choices: select materials and edges based on foot drop movement patterns.
- Expert fabrication: thermoform, refine, and adjust AFOs for lasting comfort and strength.
- Clinical fitting skills: address discomfort, pressure spots, and walking problems during brief check-ups.
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