How do they match: Orthotists and Prosthetists

  • Construct and fabricate appliances, or supervise others constructing the appliances.
  • Make and modify plaster casts of areas to be fitted with prostheses or orthoses to guide the device construction process.
  • Research new ways to construct and use orthopedic and prosthetic devices.
  • Train and supervise support staff, such as orthopedic and prosthetic assistants and technicians.

  • Supervise medical support personnel.