Peer Review

Orthoses for Upper Limbs

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Reviewed:: Sep 25, 2023 by Health Sciences

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Overview:

Orthoses are orthopedic devices very requested by population, therefore, it is important to learn more about them. It is important to understand the details related to the prescription and construction of upper limbs’ orthoses. Each type has its specific functions and it is important to consider every detail in the rehabilitation process, aiming to contribute in the evolution of every patient. In this article, things such as functions, necessities, applications and methods are going to be thoroughly debated and tackled, as well as every possible scenario in which the orthoses are used correctly.

Type of Material:

Open (Access) Slide Deck/Educational Resource

Recommended Uses:

This online book could be used to supplement the class text, or as a continuing education class. It is a short, self-paced book.
This material can be used as a refresher or as a self-paced module.

Technical Requirements:

This resource is a Canva slide share that works in Explorer, Google Chrome and Firefox.
Internet access required.

Identify Major Learning Goals:

After going through the book, learners will be able to:

Describe the 32 bones of the upper limbs.
Describe the three objectives of upper limbs' orthoses.
Name five injury conditions.
Discuss eight upper limb orthoses construction.
Describe upper limb orthoses types.

Target Student Population:

Graduate School, Professional

Prerequisite Knowledge or Skills:

Basic anatomy, basic competer skills.
The learner will need to know about upper limb orthoses, orthotics and rehab principles.

Content Quality

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Strengths:

The concepts are valid and reliable.
The book shows the reality of orthoses.
The content is complete for upper limb orthoses.
The content is not a pre-requisite.
The content does show difficult concepts.
This resource thoroughly discusses upper limb orthoses and their purpose, indications and outcomes, mechanical purposes, construction and prescription of using upper limb orthoses. Images reinforce principles of application and use.
References included at the back of the book/slide deck.

Concerns:

Learning activities could be included to enhance learner understanding.

Potential Effectiveness as a Teaching Tool

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Strengths:

The content is a good description of upper limb orthoses.
The book is a good supplement to class teaching.
Concepts are presented clearly.
The slides are advanced by pushing the right arrow. Students are engaged in wanted to see the next slide.
It appeals to multiple learning styles, but is not interactive.
Content is placed in a format that is easy to use and visually engaging.
The purpose of the resource is captured throughout the resource with the aim of enhancing student understanding of upper limb orhoses.

Concerns:

Images of various orthoses are included, but a video outlining how to apply, what to watch for would enhance student learning.

Ease of Use for Both Students and Faculty

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Strengths:

The material is presented on slides with written words and pictures, which are familiar to learners.
The slides are easy to navigate.
It is self-contained.
It is clear and without distracting elements.
There are no major bugs.
Slide deck is easy to scroll through.

Concerns:

None

Other Issues and Comments:

Author indicates this is an article, and should be listed as an open access resource or slide deck prestentation.
Information is excellent!

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