ORTHOPEDIC PROSTHETICS AND ORTHOTICS

This program aims to train orthopedic prosthesis and orthotics technicians at a level that can make aesthetic and functional orthoses, increase functionality and reduce pain and distress in pathological conditions related to the musculoskeletal and nervous system, with prostheses that can replace the limb and its functions for people who have lost their limbs, such as arms and legs, for various reasons.

There are technological developments in every field in the world every day. Technological developments in the field of health, especially in orthotics and prosthetics, are increasing day by day. In addition to these, the increasing inactivity with the digitalizing world affects people's physical activities negatively. People get tired more easily and experience more joint and muscle pain. As a result of not eating a balanced, regular and healthy diet, more deformities and diseases can be seen in people, and accordingly, the number of disabled individuals in the society is increasing. The continuation of wars directly affects the number of people with disabilities in societies. When all these issues are evaluated, the need for orthosis or prosthesis use and the rate of use will increase in both healthy and disabled individuals in the coming years. This issue, which affects the health and living standards of individuals and societies, will be on the agenda more in the coming years.

The staff of Orthopedic Prosthesis and Orthotics technicians are in hospitals as Health Technicians. There is also a need for trained personnel in private workplaces operating in this field. In addition, professionals have the opportunity to open their own business. Since it is a branch that constantly develops and renews itself with technological development, the need for trained personnel in this field is increasing.

Orthopedic Prosthesis and Orthotics can be a suitable choice for people who have strong empathy skills, high communication skills, who are interested in technological developments in the field of health and have the ability to research and have high manual skills.