TY - CHAP M1 - Book, Section TI - Prosthetics and Orthotics: Pediatric Considerations A1 - Adolph, Jacqueline A2 - Mitra, Raj PY - 2019 T2 - Principles of Rehabilitation Medicine AB - The intent of this chapter is to highlight special topics as they pertain to the prescription of prosthetics and orthotics in the pediatric population; for an in depth review of these topics please also see Chapters 48 and 79. A detailed evaluation and history are important in developing a comprehensive management plan in the pediatric rehabilitation population. In addition to etiology and level of involvement, patient goals, level of development, family support, and compliance should be considered. Often children require the assistance of a parent or caregiver for donning and doffing a device as well as proper wear and care of the device. Unlike the adult patient, the child requires more frequent follow-up and adjustments as a result of growth and activity. This chapter discusses pediatric prosthetics and pediatric orthotics. Each section describes common etiologies and design considerations. Treatment decisions to manage both immediate and long-term conditions in the pediatric population should be made with input from the complete medical team, including but not limited to the patient, the patient's family and/or caregivers, the physician, the prosthetist-orthotist, the physical therapist, the occupational therapist, the recreational therapist, the nurses, and the social worker. SN - PB - McGraw-Hill Education CY - New York, NY Y2 - 2024/03/28 UR - neurology.mhmedical.com/content.aspx?aid=1182782463 ER -