Course Description:

This two-hour seminar is a discussion of advanced orthotic design integrated with concepts of physical
rehabilitation. In particular, this course reviews the impact of microprocessor-controlled knee ankle foot
orthosis (KAFO) technology on individual function and the gait cycle. The speaker reviews patient
selection criteria, evaluation practices, orthotic features, and programming of the microprocessor KAFO.
Associated rehabilitation protocols, recommendations, and the availability of clinical trials are presented
to promote interprofessional collaboration between physicians, orthotists, and physical therapists.