Poat midterm - Study guides, Class notes & Summaries

POAT Midterm QUESTIONS & ANSWERS GUARANTEED A+ (All Q’s) 2024 what is an orthosis? - ANSWER- an externally applied device to a part of the body to correct deformity, improve function or relieve symptoms of a disease Purposes for orthotic prescription: - ANSWER- -Improve performance of functional activities -Improve mobility -Deformity prevention -Correction of deformity -Immobilization/Control/Protection -Regulating or reducing muscle tone -Stabilizing weak/flaccid muscles When ...

POAT Midterm Exam Questions And Answers 2024 update Which AFO is most appropriate for a patient with ankle instability and no DF? - ANSWER- Solid AFO T/F: To restore the biomechanics advantage of a dislocated PIP joint the best stress to use is compression. - ANSWER- True T/F: A dynamic hand splint would best help improve passive range of motion in a patient's hand with hypertonicity - ANSWER- True T/F: Burning is a sign of a nerve irritation in an ill fitting orthoses - ANSWER- True ...