ORTHOTIC FITTER COURSE
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS 2024
What is the primary function of the Trapezius left and right - ANSWER- Elevate the
shoulders
In fitting spinal orthoses, what is an important measurement left and right? - ANSWER-
A very snug full hip measurment
What's the landmark for the anterior inferior margin of any spinal or abdominal
support? - ANSWER- At the level of the symphysis pubis
What is the" brown bag syndrome? - ANSWER- Failure to teach the patiient to remove
and re-apply the product.
The inferior margin of the sacrum can be found? - ANSWER- At the top of the crease of
the buttocks
How to apply compressive support - ANSWER- From bottom up
What is the purpose for bridging posterior uprights in an LSO? - ANSWER- To allow
some flexion of the lumbar spine
Why is the lumbosacral joint is the most vulnerable region in the spinal column? -
ANSWER- L5 vertebra sits on the sacrum at a 45 degree angle
What degree of flexion is commonly built into custom fit LSOs and TLSOs? - ANSWER-
15 degrees
When pt is seated, how much space should be between the bottom of the LSO and TLSO
and a firm sitting surface? - ANSWER- 2"
What is the anterior length measurment for most spinal hyperextension orthoses? -
ANSWER- From the sternal notch to the symphysis pubis, less 2"
The hip is what kind of joint? - ANSWER- A ball and socket type joint.
What is the Largest joint? - ANSWER- The Knee
Hip abduction orthoses are usually set at what degree? - ANSWER- 15 degrees of
abduction. (Max is 30/ 10 flexion)
