Title: Orthotic Design and Fabrication for the Upper Extremity: A Practical Guide, 1st Edition
Authors: Katherine Schofield DHS OTR/L CHT, Deborah Schwartz OTD OTR/L CHT
Publisher: Slack Incorporated
Description:
“Orthotic Design and Fabrication for the Upper Extremity: A Practical Guide” authored by Katherine Schofield DHS OTR/L CHT and Deborah Schwartz OTD OTR/L CHT offers a comprehensive and practical approach to designing and fabricating orthoses for the upper extremities. This 1st edition textbook provides essential knowledge and skills for orthotists, occupational therapists, and other healthcare professionals involved in upper extremity rehabilitation. Covering topics including anatomy, biomechanics, assessment, orthotic design principles, materials, and fabrication techniques, Schofield and Schwartz guide readers through the process of designing and customizing orthoses to meet the unique needs of individual patients. With step-by-step instructions, illustrations, and case studies, this book serves as an invaluable resource for enhancing orthotic practice and improving patient outcomes.