Ch. 17 & 18 HP - Physical & Occupational Therapy

One who designs and fits corrective braces, inserts, and supports for body parts that need straigthening or other curative functions.

• Protsthetist

• Orthotist

• Physical Therapist

• Physical Therapy Assistant

One who designs, measures, fits, and adjusts artificial limbs for amputees and devices for people with musculoskeletal or neurological conditions.

• Prosthetist

• Orthotist

• Physical Therapist

• Assistive Device

Tags

NGSS.MS-ETS1-2

NGSS.MS-ETS1-3

NGSS.MS-ETS1-4

One who selects, modifies, or creates footwear to address conditions of the foot or ankle.

• Pediatrist

• Prosthetist

• Pedorthist

• Orthotic and Prosthetic Technician

One who provides technical support to a certified individual in creating, repairing, and maintaining orthoses and prostheses.

• Orthotic and Prosthetic Technicians

• Orthotist

• Prosthetist

• Pedorthist

A professional who helps make therapy sessions productive, under the direct supervision of a physical therapist or a physical therapist assistant.

• Physical Therapist

• Physical Therapist Assistant

• Physical Therapist Aid

• Physical Therapy

A specialty concerned with the prevention and treatment of injuries and disorders that are related to participation in sports.

• Physical Therapy

• Occupational Therapy

• Orthotist

• Sports Medicine

A medical group composed of several different specialties that evaluate the patient in terms of their individual specialties and work together to develop goals that meet the patient's needs.

• Medical Home

• Adaptive Equipment

• Multidisciplinary Team

• Home Health Care

Helps individuals with mental, physical, developmental, or emotional disabilities learn to perform the activities of daily living.

• Physical Therapist

• Occupational Therapist

• Physical Therapy Assistant

• Occupational Therapy Assistant

A facility for providing therapy and training for rehabilitation.

• Primary Care Facility

• Rehabilitation Center

• Outpatient Clinic

• Hospital

Awareness of the elements of environment through physical sensation.

• Perceptual Skills

• Emotional Disorders

• Physical Disabilities

• Cognitive Skills

Tags

NGSS.MS-LS1-8