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Bachelor's Degree Full Time

Bachelor in Prosthetics and Orthotics

at Manipal University · India

Duration

—

Intake

July

Mode

Full Time

About this program

The Bachelor in Prosthetics and Orthotics at Manipal University prepares students for work in prosthetics and orthotics as a health care profession. Students learn to assess and evaluate patients, prescribe custom design devices, fabricate orthoses and prostheses, and fit these devices. The programme also covers service for people with neuro-musculoskeletal disorders and disabilities and supports management of work-related disorders, podiatric disorders, fractures, sports injuries, disorders due to aging, tendinitis, musculoskeletal pain, and aesthetic restoration.

The programme combines didactic lectures with clinical education and training. It focuses on patient evaluation, prescription of custom designs, fabrication, and fitting of orthoses and prostheses. Students are also trained for community rehabilitation and for improving participation among people with disabilities. The qualification includes an internship.

Career outcomes

  • Certified Orthotist (CO)
  • Certified Prosthetist (CP)
  • Certified Prosthetist/Orthotist (CPO)
  • Licensed Prosthetist/Orthotist (LPO)
  • Orthotic/Prosthetic Practitioner
  • Pedorthist/Prosthetist
  • Health consultant
  • Lecturer
  • Founder/entrepreneur of a fabrication unit or rehabilitation center

How this course compares

  • Manipal University is #34 in India on research impact (1,670,609 citations).

Frequently asked questions

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Intakes are in July.

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