bp4861 Prosthetics and orthotics

Faculty of Sports Studies
spring 2026
Extent and Intensity
0/2. 2 credit(s). Type of Completion: k (colloquium).
In-person direct teaching
Teacher(s)
Bc. Jan Šnytr (seminar tutor)
prof. MUDr. Jindřich Vomela, CSc., LL.M. (seminar tutor)
Guaranteed by
prof. MUDr. Jindřich Vomela, CSc., LL.M.
Department of Physical Activities and Health Sciences – Faculty of Sports Studies
Supplier department: Department of Physical Activities and Health Sciences – Faculty of Sports Studies
Timetable of Seminar Groups
bp4861/01: Wed 18. 2. 8:00–10:00 E34/vstup, Wed 25. 2. 8:00–10:00 E34/vstup, Wed 4. 3. 8:00–10:00 E34/vstup, Wed 11. 3. 8:00–10:00 E34/vstup, Wed 18. 3. 8:00–10:00 E34/vstup, Wed 25. 3. 8:00–10:00 E34/vstup, Wed 1. 4. 8:00–10:00 E34/vstup, Wed 8. 4. 8:00–10:00 E34/vstup, Wed 15. 4. 8:00–10:00 E34/vstup, Wed 22. 4. 8:00–10:00 E34/vstup, J. Šnytr
bp4861/02: Wed 18. 2. 10:00–12:00 E34/vstup, Wed 25. 2. 10:00–12:00 E34/vstup, Wed 4. 3. 10:00–12:00 E34/vstup, Wed 11. 3. 10:00–12:00 E34/vstup, Wed 18. 3. 10:00–12:00 E34/vstup, Wed 25. 3. 10:00–12:00 E34/vstup, Wed 1. 4. 10:00–12:00 E34/vstup, Wed 8. 4. 10:00–12:00 E34/vstup, Wed 15. 4. 10:00–12:00 E34/vstup, Wed 22. 4. 10:00–12:00 E34/vstup, J. Šnytr
Prerequisites (in Czech)
BOZP_OK(bozp_po_stud) && BOZP_OK(bozp_po_stud_fsps)
Course Enrolment Limitations
The course is only offered to the students of the study fields the course is directly associated with.
fields of study / plans the course is directly associated with
Abstract
Teaching consists of lectures and allow students to learn about the technical methods assistance in injury. Students are acquainted with the history of tooth, a gradual improvement prostheses based on new materials and new knowledge to the latest trends. Also ortézám and epitézám attention is paid in terms of both functional and innovative cosmetics.
Learning outcomes
The student will be after the course:
- well informed in the field of prosthetics and orthotics;
- have knowledge of prosthesis construction using the latest;
knowledge in technology and medicine; - to propose an appropriate indication of a device in a specific pathology;
- evaluate the effect of the compensatory aid.
Key topics
  • 01. Definition of Orthopedic Prosthetics and Its History Methodology, Standards, and Reimbursement System in the Czech Republic
  • 02. Diagnostic Methods in Prosthetics and Orthotics Prosthetometry Communication with Patients and in an Interdisciplinary Team
  • 03. Introduction to Materials and Their Properties Structure, Biomechanics, and Technology of Lower Limb Prosthetics Structure, Biomechanics, and Technology of Upper Limb Prosthetics
  • 04. Gait Training Use of Prostheses in Sports
  • 05. Basics of Orthotics Biomechanics and Structure of Orthoses
  • 06. Common Diagnoses in Orthotics and Their Solutions Proprioceptive Principles in Orthotics
  • 07. Pediatric Orthotics
  • 08. Trunk and Cervical Orthoses Epitheses, Assistive Devices, and Foot Orthotics
  • 09. Exoskeletons in Industry and Medicine Functional Electrical Stimulation and Its Application in Patients Future of the Field and New Challenges
  • 10. Demonstration of Assistive Device Manufacturing
Study resources and literature
    recommended literature
  • Kevin K. Chui, Milagros "Millee" Jorge, Sheng-Che Yen, Michelle M. Lusardi, Orthotics and Prosthetics in Rehabilitation (Fourth Edition), Elsevier, 2020, Pages 799-817, ISBN 9780323609135, https://doi.org/10.1016/B978-0-323-60913-5.10000-5.
  • Evidence-based orthopedics. Edited by Mohit Bhandari - Anthony Adili. Chichester, West Sussex, U.K.: Wiley-Blackwell, 2012, xxvi, 1152. ISBN 9781444345070. info
  • SCHEJBALOVÁ, Alena and Tomáš TRČ. Ortopedická operační terapie dětské mozkové obrny. 1. vyd. Praha: Ortotika, 2008, 191 s. ISBN 9788025412862. info
  • HADRABA, Ivan. Ortopedická protetika. 1. vyd. Praha: Karolinum, 2006, 106 s. ISBN 8024612968. info
  • ŠNAJDAUF, Jiří; Karel CVACHOVEC and Tomáš TRČ. Dětská traumatologie. 1. vyd. Praha: Galén, 2002, xv, 180. ISBN 8072621521. info
Approaches, practices, and methods used in teaching
Tutorials
Method of verifying learning outcomes and course completion requirements
Oral exam
Language of instruction
Czech
Further Comments
Study Materials
The course is taught annually.
The course is also listed under the following terms spring 2024, spring 2025.
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