O&P professionals may work in both orthotics and prosthetics, or they may choose to specialize in one. Orthotists are specifically trained to work with medical supportive devices, such as braces and ...

Orthotics are external devices designed to support, align, and improve the function of existing limbs and body parts. They can be as simple as shoe inserts or as complex as custom-made braces for ...

Orthotists fit external supports and braces for people with weakened or deformed body parts. Their goal is to enable individuals to function to the best of the ability. Prosthetists produce and fit ...