In this subject students are introduced to prosthetic and orthotic clinical practice through the examination of age-specific disabilities and diseases. Students learn about the clinical treatment process, from referral to provision of a prosthetic/orthotic device, through the exploration of age-specific diseases and disabilities. In doing so, students develop an understanding of a diverse range of pathologies and prosthetic/orthotic treatment options. This approach will enable students to compare the different management issues associated with treating paediatric or geriatric clients including: funding of prosthetics/orthotic services, communication styles, family involvement, duty of care, confidentiality, compliance, mobility aids & treatment processes.

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