What is an Orthotist?

 

An Orthotist is a professionally trained healthcare professional

who can assess and treat individuals who present with

physical and/or functional limitations by utilizing a range of

devices which affix externally to a pre-existing body part.

 

Orthotic devices can range from relatively simple CAM boots

which prevent unwanted movements in the foot and ankle

region, to complex devices which encompass entire limbs to

account for functional loss.

 

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What is a Prosthetist?

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A Prosthetist is a professionally trained healthcare professional

who can assess and treat individuals with who are missing a

part of their body with the use of a prosthetic device.

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These devices range from relatively small and simple

prosthesis such as artificial toes and fingers to serve a

cosmetic purpose, to complex devices which aim to replace

the function of entire limbs often by utilizing microprocessor

technology

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About us

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INSPO is the brain child of Certified Prosthetist and Orthotist

Ken White, with collaboration from General Practitioners,

Physiotherapist and Podiatrists from the North Melbourne

community.

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Graduating with a Masters Degree in Prosthetics and Orthotics

from La Trobe University, Ken is a multi award winning clinician

with experience within both the public and private settings of

the field. With a keen interest in ailments which commonly

afflict individuals at the community level, Ken is passionate in

ensuring the best health outcomes occur for everyone.

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Ken is a practitioner certified by the Australian Orthotic Prosthetic Association (AOPA).