Orthotist and Prosthetist how-to

How to Align a Prosthetic Leg

Good alignment improves walking.

Updated By the Career Education Institute Curriculum Team
Quick answer

Good alignment improves walking. In short: set; check; watch, then complete the remaining steps below.

Step by step

  1. Set bench alignment.

  2. Check static alignment standing.

  3. Watch walking.

  4. Adjust angles.

  5. Repeat gait checks.

  6. Record settings.

Safety reminders for orthotist and prosthetists

  • Check skin for pressure injuries
  • Use PPE in fabrication
  • Guard patients during gait training
  • Follow tool safety

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