Prosthetics & Orthotics in Clinical Practice: A Case Study Approach

• Discusses the latest advances and technological developments in prosthetics, and orthotics.


• Presents current research throughout the text, with references for further reading.


• Follows the APTA’s Guide to Physical Therapist Practice and appropriate national function terminology.


• Features chapters on upper extremity prosthetics and upper extremity orthotics in addition to lower limb.


• Offers pediatric content throughout the text, where appropriate


• Emphasizes clinical problem solving and the decision making process to prepare readers for patient management.


• Guides learning with learning objectives, flow charts, case studies, and stimulating questions in each chapter.


• Provides a “user friendly” approach for therapists who may not be experts in these areas.