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7W00DX83	Planning and Making Orthotics (3 cr)
Prerequisites	Not applicable
Objectives	The student demonstrates ability to justify the choice and planning of orthotics using conceptual models and frames of references in occupational therapy. The student has developed knowledge about the indications and contraindications for orthotics and cervical collars. She/he is able to assess the need of an individual for orthotics and cervical collars and their effect on the occupational performance. The student is able to plan and prepare different types of static orthotics and cervical collars to enable clients occupational performance. The student has developed knowledge and skills to apply kinesiological principles in the planning and preparation of orthotics. The student know basic principales wound healing.
Content	Utilization of theoretical models of occupational therapy in the selection, design and manufacture of orthoses and support collars. The principles of evaluating the need for various factory-made and custom-made orthoses and support collars. Knowledge of the basis of their manufacture or issuance and the identification of risks related to their use, including application analysis. Design and manufacture of orthoses and support collars, as well as basic kinesiology principles in promoting the client's functionality as part of the occupational therapy process. Basics related to wound care.
Recommended optional programme components	If necessary, the student advisor will recommend optional programme components for each student based on their individual study plan.
Accomplishment methods	Student demonstrates competence with self- and peer-assessments and demonstration tasks.
Execution methods	Student develops skills by acquiring information about the contents of the themes, working independently and in small groups, and practicing in workshops/simulation exercises.
Materials	Not applicable
Literature	Not applicable
Evaluation Criteria	Approved/Failed
Evaluation Criteria	pass/fail Student understands and applies a few key occupational therapy theories and models. Student can name and use functional information and the principles of kinesiology as well as related concepts in the selection, design and manufacture of orthoses and support collars. In the performance-oriented assessment of the need for orthoses and support collars based on (reflecting) customer participation, Student describes in detail various basic principles and various alternatives, illustrating with concrete examples. Student can design, manufacture and fit various self-made or factory-made orthoses and support collars to promote the client's functionality as part of the occupational therapy process. Student can name factors related to wound care to take into account when creating a safe interaction relationship.
Assessment Frameworks	Not applicable
Further Information	Not applicable
Responsible persons	Not applicable
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