KIZILDENIZ-Orthopedics and prosthetic

Orthopedics and prosthetic

What is the specialty of orthopedic and prosthetics specialization:
Orthotics are offered as custom-made, semi-finished or finished products.
Custom made products are at the forefront of optimum supply and are individually manufactured. If the physical examination of the patient is carried out carefully, then the clinical picture often shows a combination of several functional deviations. Each functional deviation can be slight or severe. The combination of functional deviation and its characteristics leads to a detailed statement. The main advantage of custom-made products is that the various necessary orthopedic functions when performing orthopedic configuration can optimally match specified functional deviations. Another advantage of custom-made products is that orthotics are made to fit the patient's individual body shape. Made-to-order products are traditionally made by tracing ends with measurements to help create a well-fitted device. Subsequently, the advent of plastics and onwards more modern materials such as carbon fiber composites and aramid fibers as preferred materials for construction necessitated the idea of creating a plaster cast from the Paris mold for the respective body part. This method is still widely used throughout the industry. By introducing composite materials made of carbon fiber and aramid fiber materials embedded in an epoxy resin matrix, the weight of modern straighteners is significantly reduced. With this technology, modern orthotic devices can achieve optimum rigidity in areas where this is necessary (eg the joint between the ankle and knee joint) and flexible areas that require flexibility (eg in the forefoot area on the foot portion of the orthosis).
Semi-finished products are used for speed of supply in case of frequently occurring diseases. They are synthetically manufactured and in some cases can be adapted to the anatomical conditions of the body. Semi-finished products are also referred to as pre-made and custom-made products, but in these cases they are not made to order.
Custom-made and semi-finished products are used for long-term care and are manufactured or adapted by orthopedic specialists or orthopedic technicians trained according to a prescription. In many countries, the doctor or doctor identifies functional deviations in his prescription, for example paralysis (partial paralysis) of the calf muscles (M. Orthotics to restore safety when standing and walking after a stroke. The orthopedist performs another detailed physical examination and compares it with a prescription Physician The orthopedist describes the configuration of the orthosis, which shows the orthodontic functions required to compensate for the functional deviation of the neuromuscular or skeletal system and the functional elements that must be incorporated into the orthosis for this.Ideally, the necessary orthopedic functions and the functional elements to be Incorporated into a multidisciplinary team between physician, physical therapist, orthopedist and patient.
The end products are short-term orthotics or dressings for a limited period of treatment and are synthetically manufactured. Finished products are also referred to as finished products.
The manufacture of modern orthopedic devices requires that the orthopedic specialist acquire or possess both manual skills in the processing of traditional and innovative materials and technical skills in modeling body shapes. Orthotics also combine knowledge in anatomy, physiology, pathophysiology, biomechanics, and engineering. Currently, CAD/CAM, CNC and 3D printing machines are involved in the manufacture of orthotics.

History of orthopedics and prosthetics:
The origin of the practice of orthotics and prosthetics goes back to antiquity. The early orthopedic craftsmen used the leather, textiles, and metals at their disposal to make orthosis and bone inlay. The early prosthetists arose out of humanity's physical and spiritual need for functional perfection and aesthetics in response to the loss of limbs in battle, accident, or congenital absence. Evidence for the application of prosthetic limbs exists as far back as 2500 BC, the prosthetic hand 1600. Although these early practitioners were surprisingly innovative, their profession was very slow to develop during the 19th century. They learned their trade on the job and worked in small independent workshops; There was no structured teaching, formal research, or group collaboration to share ideas and experiences.
This situation began to change at the end of World War I, when representatives of the country's ten leading manufacturers of prosthetics gathered to discuss the state of practice and technology for prosthetics in the United States, which at that time was significantly behind that of Europe. This meeting led to the creation of the Prosthetics and Brace Reinforcement Manufacturers Association, an event now considered a turning point for the growth and development of O&P in this country.
By providing a national forum for developing educational and scientific programs and ethical standards and building better relationships with other health and rehabilitation practitioners, the national organization (which has since been renamed the American Orthopedic and Prosthetic Association) has nurtured the transformation of practitioners from artisans to skilled, first-hand doctors Patient care. In 1948, the formation of the American Board of Certification in Orthotics and Prosthetics (ABC) set minimum standards for practitioners' education, experience, and testing of their clinical knowledge.
The large number of American casualties in World War II and the polio epidemic of the 1950s greatly increased the need for orthopedic and prosthetic care in America and with it the need for formal education and research programs.
Custom-made and semi-finished products are used for long-term care and are manufactured or adapted by orthopedic specialists or orthopedic technicians trained according to a prescription. In many countries, the doctor or doctor identifies functional deviations in his prescription, for example paralysis (partial paralysis) of the calf muscles (M. Orthotics to restore safety when standing and walking after a stroke. The orthopedist performs another detailed physical examination and compares it with a prescription Physician The orthopedist describes the configuration of the orthosis, which shows the orthodontic functions required to compensate for the functional deviation of the neuromuscular or skeletal system and the functional elements that must be incorporated into the orthosis for this.Ideally, the necessary orthopedic functions and the functional elements to be Incorporated into a multidisciplinary team between physician, physical therapist, orthopedist and patient.
The end products are short-term orthotics or dressings for a limited period of treatment and are synthetically manufactured. Finished products are also referred to as finished products.
The manufacture of modern orthopedic devices requires that the orthopedic specialist acquire or possess both manual skills in the processing of traditional and innovative materials and technical skills in modeling body shapes. Orthotics also combine knowledge in anatomy, physiology, pathophysiology, biomechanics, and engineering. Currently, CAD/CAM, CNC and 3D printing machines are involved in the manufacture of orthotics
The importance of studying orthopedics and prosthetics:
Prosthetics and orthotics often involve similar service provision steps and similar tools, equipment, and methods of action, and are thus taught, promoted, and practiced together. “Prosthetics and Orthotics” is the umbrella term for the science, technology, education and application of prosthetics and orthotics. Prosthetics is a medical and healthcare specialty concerned with the research, development, design, manufacture, and application of prosthetics. Likewise, orthotics is a discipline concerned with the research, development, design, manufacture, and application of orthopedic devices.
Allows prosthetics (prosthetic legs and hands) and orthotics (braces and splints) for people with disabilities physical or functional constraints to lead healthy, productive, independent and dignified lives and to participate in education, the labour market and social life. The use of prosthetics or orthotics can reduce the need for formal health care, support services, long-term care and caregivers. Without access to prosthetics or orthopedic devices, people in need are often excluded, isolated and trapped in poverty, increasing the burden of disease and disability.