Orthotist

Duties and Responsibilities:

 Orthotist work with patients that need extra support for their muscles, spine, or limbs.  Both design, make, and fit apparatuses made of plastic, wood, leather, and metal that help stabilize, strengthen or replace body parts.  They also make and fit devices that help to align limbs that have grown in a crooked manner. 

Salary:

$25,000 - $40,000

Education:

Some colleges and universities offer bachelor degrees in orthotic and prosthetic programs.  These programs include courses in anatomy, physics, mathematics, mechanical drawing, and the use of materials used in the making of devices.  After a year of experience a person may apply for certification.

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Reflection: Do you think you would like to be one? Why? Why not?

I think that i would like to be one because it looks like a very intersting job.