This book presents a comprehensive, yet concise description of orthoses, prostheses and various assistive devices such as wheelchairs, walking aids and therapeutic positioning devices (chairs, standing frames and parawalkers). The subject matter is presented in three sections dealing with orthoses, prostheses and assistive devices.  In this book detailed description of hand splints and foot orthoses (Jaipur foot), concise descriptions of spinal orthoses with specific clinic uses and biomechanics, and the types and components of upper and lower limb prostheses. In order to facilitate the understanding, the book contains a good number of figures and photographs of most of the devices described. The book intends to fulfill these requirements and attempts to provide all the relevant information in one place.

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