Orthotic Fabrication: Thumb and Finger Orthoses for Orthopedic Conditions

Course overview

In this course with Debby Schwartz you will learn about using orthoses for immobilization for orthopedic conditions of the thumb and fingers and why it is an important therapeutic intervention to help support and protect those injuries. Therapists require core knowledge in a variety of common pathologies that affect the thumb and fingers and are typically treated with orthoses. In this course you will also review pattern making and fitting of specific designs of thumb and finger orthoses.