How do they match: Orthotists and Prosthetists

  • Artificial Limb Fitter
  • Certified Orthotic Fitter
  • Orthotic Fitter

  • Design, measure, fit, and adapt orthopedic braces, appliances or prostheses, such as limbs or facial parts for patients with disabling conditions.

  • Fit, test, and evaluate devices on patients, and make adjustments for proper fit, function, and comfort.
  • Instruct patients in the use and care of orthoses and prostheses.
  • Examine, interview, and measure patients to determine their appliance needs and to identify factors that could affect appliance fit.
  • Make and modify plaster casts of areas to be fitted with prostheses or orthoses to guide the device construction process.

  • Instruct patients in the use of assistive equipment.