Prefabricated Orthosis
A prefabricated orthosis is a device which is ready to wear and is subsequently customized to meet the specific needs of the client. These orthoses are often prescribed for short term usage or in the case of non-complex clinical presentations. A variety of health professionals are responsible for fitting a small range of prefabricated orthoses. However, orthotists or prosthetists are the only health professionals qualified to fit orthoses to the entire body. It is also important to note that all prefabricated orthoses should be modified and customized to fit the client and ensure that the best functional outcome is obtained.
