ORPR 645 Lower Extremity Prosthetics II

Builds on ORPR 515 and synthesizes the theoretical principles and clinical procedures of trans-femoral prosthetics. Particular emphasis is placed on the biomechanics and kinematics of a proximal amputation. Patient evaluation, prescription criteria and appropriate component selection are central principles of this course. There is a significant laboratory component to this course, involving the assessment, fabrication and fitting of trans-femoral prostheses.

Credit 4 hrs
Grade Mode Normal (A-F) Course Rotation Winter (in-person)

Prerequisites - ORPR 515
Restriction by Major - Orthotics and Prosthetics [M.S.] or Exercise Science + Orthotics and Prosthetics [BS + MS]
Restriction by Degree Type -

Equivalent Course(s) - SPMD 645
Course History -
Major Restriction updated 6/2020, effective Fall 2020; Course Rotation added 1/15; Change to Credit Hours & Course Description 2/2014, effective Winter 2015

Winter 2025 Course Sections

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