Department of Prosthetics and Orthotics

History:

 The Department of Orthosis & Prosthesis is one of five departments in the Faculty of Medical Rehabilitation Sciences. It was established in 1434 H / 2013 G to prepare graduates trained in Orthosis & Prosthesis in order to satisfy the needs of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and to fulfill the great demand in the Health Care Community.

The B.Sc. program in Orthosis & Prosthesis offers courses in Orthosis & Prosthesis background, equipment, modalities, and therapeutic interventions for different pathological conditions. This is done to provide sound academic background needed for study and practice of modern Orthosis & Prosthesis procedures in hospitals and health care facilities.

This curriculum is newly implemented. It is the outcome of the work of staff members, and members of the curriculum committee. This curriculum is especially dedicated to the staff members of the Orthosis & Prosthesis Department, the members of curriculum committee in the Faculty of Medical Rehabilitation Sciences and to those whom have spent a considerable time in preparation of the original course description version of the Orthosis & Prosthesis program.

Vision:

 This program is designed to educate Saudi citizens in the Orthosis & Prosthesis Sciences so that they may function as highly skilled medical professionals. Success in achieving these goals will depend on their ability to provide the best therapeutic quality to the patient and to function as an integral member of the health care team.

Mission:

 The program aims to share in improving the quality of the graduate to be able to cope with requirements of the local, regional and global needs in Orthosis & Prosthesis field. The department personnel afford their practical experiences in order to help their students to acquire the optimum level of achievement.

      Department requirements:

       Department requires of 66 credit hours of compulsory courses and 12 credit hours of selective courses.

       Compulsory courses for Orthosis and Prosthesis:

Elective courses for Orthosis and Prosthesis:

Courses Description

Anatomy for Medical Rehabilitation Sciences (ANTM 204)

The course content consists of introduction to regional anatomy, anatomy of the upper limbs, anatomy of the lower limb, vertebral column, head and neck. Instructional methods include classroom lectures, tutorial lessons, assignments and practical sessions.

Anatomy (ANTM 210)

The course contents include anatomy of the thorax, thoracic wall and diaphragm, thoracic cavity superior mediastinum, anterior mediastinum,  middle mediastinum and heart, posterior mediastinum, pleura, lungs, osteology of the thoracic wall,  abdominal wall, abdominal muscles, back muscles, nervous system, cranial cavity and  meninges, central nervous system, cerebral hemispheres (forebrain, brain stem, cerebellum, spinal cord, cranial nerves, peripheral nerves, brachial plexus and lumbo-sacral plexuses.

Biochemistry for Medical Rehabilitation Sciences (BCHM 202)

Course contents include carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, nucleic acids, vitamins and enzymes, carbohydrate and protein metabolism, nucleic acids metabolism minerals and trace elements, biochemistry of muscles fatigue.

Prosthetic principles (OPDS222)

Prosthetics courses cover the skills needed to design and understand the use of prosthetic body parts. This course introduces relevant chemical, physical and structural properties of materials used to design, engineer and apply prosthesis devices as interventions that facilitate human function. Materials covered include metal alloys, thermoplastics, thermosets, synthetic reinforcement materials, fabrics and soft foam materials. Manufacturing methods and guidelines are discussed from the perspectives of clinical practice, research and development. Occupational safety and human tissue interface concepts are introduced and later integrated into the onsite practicum and laboratory experiences.

Fundamental Tests and Measurements in orthosis and prosthesis (OPDS 231)

This course provides an outline of the foundations of evaluation and measurements in Orthosis and Prosthesis. Applications and uses underlying anthropometric measurements testing validity The principal postural ergonomic considerations and safe patients handling techniques in testing. Apply the evaluation guidelines for standard manual muscle testing of the upper and lower limbs, neck and face.

Orthosis of upper limbs (OPDS 251)

This course is designed to introduce the student to different types of upper limb orthosis. The most common pathologies, which require Orthotic solutions including, etiology, clinical presentation, prognosis and appropriate device management.

Orthosis of lower limbs (OPDS 252)

This course is designed to introduce the student to different types of lower limb orthosis. The most common pathologies that require Orthotic solutions including, etiology, clinical presentation, prognosis and appropriate device management.

Behavior and development of children (OPDS 291)

This course will provide the student with an introduction and basic knowledge of general principles of lifelong human growth and development and the relationship of teaching and learning theories to physical, social, intellectual and emotional development. The three major developmental stages which include child, adolescent and adult development. The relationship of teaching and learning theories to physical, social, intellectual and emotional development. In addition to  the language, cognitive, physical, social and emotional development. During infancy and through adulthood.

Orthotic principles (OPDS 221)

This course covers the basic knowledge required to understand normal human locomotion & biomechanics, Indications, durations, success and maintenance of orthosis as well as biomechanical and functional orthotic considerations for upper and lower limbs.

Physiology for Medical Rehabilitation Sciences (PHYM 204)

The course content includes summary of cell structure, skeletal muscle, and mechanism of contraction, respiratory physiology, introduction to the digestive system and regulation of metabolism. Instructional methods include lectures, tutorial lessons, assignments and practical sessions.

Physiology (PHYM 210)

The course content includes physiology of the respiratory system, oxygen transport system, physiology of renal system and endocrine system

Movement Science  (OCTH 344)

This course is designed to introduce the student to nature of global and discrete movement control. Practical application and training on the use of concept of movement control will be taught.

Biomechanics  (OPDS 341)

This course is designed to introduce the student to human motion, body mechanics, posture and stability, kinematics and kinetic of motion. Practical application and training on the use of biomechanical devices in biomechanical analysis will be taught.

Clinical biomechanics  (OPDS 343)

This course is designed to introduce the student to clinical practice of musculoskeletal assessment and its impact on level of activities and participations.

Spinal orthosis (OPDS 353)

This course is designed to introduce the student to different types of spinal orthosis. The most common pathologies which require Orthotic solutions including, etiology, clinical presentation, prognosis and appropriate device management.

Prosthesis of upper limbs (OPDS361)

This course is designed to introduce the student to different types of upper limb prosthesis. The most common pathologies which require prosthetic solutions including, etiology, clinical presentation, prognosis and appropriate device management.

Prosthesis of lower limbs (OPDS362)

This course is designed to introduce the student to different types of lower limb prosthesis. The most common pathologies which require prosthetic solutions including, etiology, clinical presentation, prognosis and appropriate device management.

Applied Radiology for orthosis and prosthesis (OPDS 395)

The course contents include interpretation of x-ray films, compare between the film show normal or abnormal findings, radiography of bones and joints & radiography of the vertebral column. In addition to the basic fundamental physical principles of radiography, MRI, CT, bone scintigraphy, and ultrasonography.

Neuro-imaging (OPDS 396)

The course contents include interpretation of x-ray films, compare between the film show normal or abnormal findings, radiography of bones and joints & radiography of the nervous system. In addition to the basic fundamental physical principles of radiography, MRI, Cranial ultrasound, Positron emission tomography, and ultrasonography.

Pathology  (PATM 310)

Course contents include basic general pathology and pathological aspects of certain diseases as neoplasia, diseases of immune system, infection, heart diseases and hypertension.

Pharmacology  (PHAM 310)

Course contents include autonomic nervous system pharmacology, non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, antihypertensive drugs and skeletal relaxants.

Psychology for Medical Rehabilitation Sciences (PSY 399)

Topics include definition of psychology and its fundamental and applied branches, personality and its different aspects, social environment and its elements, interaction between personality and environment, different psychological functions such as perception, memory and learning, society and its effects on individuals, application of psychology to the different domains of practice. This course will discuss patient compliance and their satisfaction with the medical care they receive, factors which influence the behavior and expectation of health professionals and the efficiency of the care they provide.

Radiology for Orthosis and Prosthesis  (RADP312)

The course content includes imaging procedures, Methods of radiological study, Interpretation of x-ray films, Radiography of bones and joints, Radiography of the chest, Radiography of the heart and Radiography of the vertebral column.

Research Project for Orthosis and Prosthesis (OPDS 491)

The course content includes basic elements of research,  review of various research methods and procedures, interpreting the research literature and to educate student how to write a medical paper for publication.

Medical Screening for Orthosis & Prosthesis (OPDS 421)

This course is designed to introduce the student to laboratory and diagnostic procedures commonly used in the medical diagnosis of non-musculoskeletal disease.

Basic Electronics (OPDS 423)

Basic principles of electricity and electronics with particular reference to applications in prosthetics, orthotics and workshop practice.

Physical Assessment for orthosis and prosthesis (OPDS 431)

This course is designed to introduce the student to different assessment procedures for cardiovascular, respiratory, musculoskeletal and nervous systems and evaluate the level of function to enable with documentation and interpretation of the assessment results that are related to orthosis and prosthesis.

Gait Analysis  (OPDS 442)

This course is designed to introduce the student with a systematic understanding of the theoretical basis and practical application of clinical gait analysis with an awareness of current challenges and new insights which is at the state of the art.

Pediatric assistive devices (OPDS 471)

This course is designed to introduce the student to different types of pediatric assistive devices. The course describes the most common health conditions affecting child’s participation and appropriate device management.

Theories in Motor Control & Learning (OPDS 491)

This course included an advanced study for the theories for motor control and as a result enable the students to apply the theories of motor learning for all stages of growth for normal human being and the impact of inherited factors upon the physical, environmental and nutritional factors in addition to studying the overall aspect of the changes in the musculoskeletal and nervous aspects.

Growth and Development (OPDS 493)

This course will provide the student with an introduction and basic knowledge of general principles of lifelong human growth and development and the relationship of teaching and learning theories to physical, social, intellectual and emotional development. The three major developmental stages which include child, adolescent and adult development. The relationship of teaching and learning theories to physical, social, intellectual and emotional development.

Neuroscience (OPDS 494)

Neuroscience encompasses a broad range of questions about how nervous systems are organized, and how they function to generate behavior. These questions can be explored using the analytical tools of genetics, molecular and cell biology, systems anatomy and physiology, behavioral biology, and psychology.

Orthopedics and Amputation Surgery (OPDS 495)

This course will provide the student with an introduction and basic knowledge of indications for orthopedic surgery, diagnosis and management of common orthopedic conditions.

Neuro-imaging (OPDS 496)

The course content includes imaging procedures, Methods of radiological study, Interpretation of  imaging films, Radiography of the vertebral column and brain.

Management for Medical Rehabilitation Sciences (PHTH  402)

This course provides students with the basic knowledge in health services, planning and management. Attention will be directed to records, policies and procedure manuals, departmental planning and design, personnel management, leadership, and staff supervision and evaluation.