Orthotics & Prosthetics

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Orthotics and Prosthetics (O&P) is the evaluation, fabrication and custom fitting of artificial limbs and orthopedic braces. O&P is an allied health profession with a variety of exciting employment opportunities available including O&P practitioners, pedorthists, assistants, fitters, and technicians.

This website was created by the American Academy of Orthotists and Prosthetists as part of their national awareness and recruitment campaign. Ongoing development and support is made possible by a grant through the U.S. Department of Education.

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