P and O

6 subtopics · 120 questions. Open a subtopic to see the clinical image and work through the questions.

Gait cycle and biomechanics

Phases of the gait cycle, events and the biomechanics of walking

11 questions1 pages

Prosthesis preparation and fitting

Pre-amputation and pre-prosthetic preparation, fitting and checking a prosthesis

12 questions2 pages1 fact-check

Amputation indications and levels

Indications for amputation and levels including foot amputation and hip disarticulation

27 questions3 pages1 fact-check

Prostheses - types and components

Definition of a prosthesis, limb prostheses, knee joints and terminal devices

33 questions4 pages

Lower limb orthoses

Definition and purpose of orthoses, foot dorsum coverage and UCBL inserts

26 questions5 pages

Spinal orthoses

Spinal orthoses and trunk support devices such as the asymmetric Boston brace

11 questions2 pages