Description
Replace and repair orthopaedic material such as prostheses, technical supports and rehabilitation aids.
Alternative labels
repair an orthopaedic product
reconstruct orthopaedic goods
restore orthopaedic goods
overhaul orthopaedic goods
repair of orthopaedic goods
mend orthopaedic goods
to repair orthopaedic goods
Skill type
skill/competence
Skill reusability level
sector-specific
Relationships with occupations
Essential skill
Repair orthopedic goods is an essential skill of the following occupations:
Prosthetic-orthotics technician: Prosthetic-orthotics technicians design, create, fit and repair supportive devices, such as braces, joints, arch supports, and other surgical and medical appliances.
Optional skill
Repair orthopedic goods is optional for these occupations. This means knowing this skill may be an asset for career advancement if you are in one of these occupations.
Specialised seller: Specialised sellers sell goods in specialised shops.
Orthopaedic supplies specialised seller: Orthopaedic supplies specialised sellers sell orthopaedic goods in specialised shops.
Prosthetist-orthotist: Prosthetist-orthotists design and custom fit prostheses and orthoses for individuals who are missing a limb from accident, disease or congenital conditions or for individuals who have impairments, deficiences or weaknesses due to injury, pathology or congenital malformation. They mix patient care with the design and fabrication of these devices to address their patients’ needs.
References
- Repair orthopedic goods – ESCO