Fidelity Orthopedic, Dayton Ohio

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Information for Health Care Professionals Orthotic Overview \| Types and Functions \| The Process An Orthotist is a “QUALIFIED” person who evaluates, designs, fabricates and fits orthopedic braces and support systems. Fidelity Orthopedic Orthotists are American Board Certified, Ohio Licensed NS HIPPA Compliant

Types of Spinal Orthoses TLSO - Thoracic Lumbar Sacral Orthosis TLO - Thoracic Lumbar Orthosis LO - Lumbar Orthosis Types of Lower Extremity Orthoses HO - Hip Orthosis HKAFO - Hip Knee Ankle Foot Orthosis KAFO - Knee Ankle Foot Orthosis AFO - Ankle Foot Orthosis KO - Knee Orthosis PRAFO - Pressure Reducing Ankle Foot Orthosis		Function of Spinal Orthoses Correction – Scoliosis Accommodation – Osteoporosis Stabilization – Fracture Reduce pain – Lower Back Pain Function of Lower Extremity Orthoses Accommodate/correct neuromuscular deformities (congenital/acquired) Accommodate/correct musculoskeletal deformities (congenital/acquired) Accommodate/correct skeletal deformities (congenital/acquired) Prevent further deformities Rehabilitate


The Process Evaluation and Assessment - Patient’s History - Patient’s Needs and Functional Potential •Multidiscipline Plan Based on Team Goals •Patient •Family Physician •Surgeon •Nurse •Physiatrist •Physical/Occupational Therapist •Orthotist •Vocational Counselors •Social Service Workers •Case Managers •Family Members Implementation of Treatment Plan - Casting and/or Measurements Evaluation of the Plan - Fit and Function of the Brace - Satisfaction of the Patient Outcome Assessment - Follow-up with Prescribing Physician