Prothetics, Orthotics. Exam (Poat)

What are the types of force? {Ans: Torque Lever system Elastic and friction}What are considerations of shoe fit for patients with neuro deficits while wearing orthotics? (Footwear Key factor) {Ans: Fit shoes toward end of day when foot is largers. Fit larger of two feet fit to any brace Match shape of shoe to shape of foot}What would a rigid rearfoot varus lead too? {Ans: Forefoot valgus to compensate leading to abnormalities}A solid AFO can assist in promotion of ankle and knee stability in stance. This can substitute for what weakness? {Ans: Substitute for weakness of PF or weak inverters/evertors}What should the length be from the space from the end of the longest toe to the tip of the shoe? {Ans: 1/2 inch for ability to extend toe}When considering an elbow orthoses, what must you consider? {Ans: Elbow angle In males, it is 5 degrees In femals it is 10-15 degrees}