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This course will help you have an understanding of the basic theory behind vacuum suspension and gain experience fitting sockets/componentry for use with vacuum in a clinical setting. Match liner designs and materials with various elevated vacuum suspension methods, including the Aura/Echo locking seal, sealing sleeves, and component configurations.
This is a combined lecture and laboratory course with an online portion.
6-8 p.m. Reservations required 48 hours prior to program start time.
Applications must be received by January 1 for individuals seeking to take the March certification exams for orthotists, prosthetists, pedorthists, orthotic fitters, mastectomy fitters, therapeutic shoe fitters, orthotic and prosthetic assistants, and orthotic and prosthetic technicians.
