Patient Assessment Before Designing a Prosthetic or Orthotic Device

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A Key Step for Device Success Assessing the patient’s condition is one of the most critical stages in designing prosthetic and orthotic devices. This assessment includes: Muscle strength evaluation Joint range of motion assessment Skin and soft tissue condition Gait and balance analysis Conducting a thorough assessment helps in selecting the most appropriate design for the patient and minimizes potential complications such as pressure sores, discomfort, or pain, ensuring better functionality and long-term satisfaction with the device.