DPT 736 Orthotics & Prosthetics 2026 (150+ Questions) – DPT736 Orthoses, Prostheses, Amputations & Gait Training Q&A – Doctor of Physical Therapy

This document contains a comprehensive set of over 150 exam-style questions and verified answers for DPT 736 Introduction to Orthotics/Prosthetics 2026. It covers key concepts in orthotics and prosthetics, including device design, patient assessment, amputation levels, gait training, and rehabilitation strategies, all presented in a structured Q&A format for effective exam preparation. The material emphasizes clinical application and interdisciplinary collaboration between physical therapists, orthotists, and prosthetists. Topics include prosthetic components (socket, knee, foot), orthotic classifications (AFO, KAFO, TLSO), indications for orthoses, phantom limb sensation, neuroma management, and energy expenditure in amputee gait. For example, early sections (pages 1–3) define professional roles and device design principles, while later sections (pages 6–11) explore prosthetic components, orthotic types, and clinical indications for device use. This document is particularly suitable for: Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) students Physical therapy and rehabilitation students Orthotics and prosthetics trainees Kinesiology and biomechanics students Healthcare professionals involved in amputee rehabilitation The content aligns with standard textbooks such as Atlas of Orthoses and Assistive Devices and Physical Rehabilitation by O’Sullivan, making it an excellent standalone revision guide and a valuable supplement for coursework and clinical training. Keywords: orthotics and prosthetics exam, DPT orthotics notes, prosthetic components socket knee foot, orthosis types AFO KAFO TLSO, amputations levels LE UE, gait training prosthetics, phantom limb sensation, neuroma management, rehabilitation orthotics, physical therapy exam prep, assistive devices, biomechanics orthoses, prosthetist vs orthotist