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Diploma in Orthopedic Assistants
The Diploma in Orthopedic Assistants program provides hands-on training in applying casts, assisting in surgeries, handling C-arm and X-ray equipment, and supporting patient recovery through physiotherapy and wound care—preparing students for essential support roles in orthopedic departments.
Overview
The Diploma in Orthopedic Assistants is a one-year, practical-based program that equips students with essential skills in orthopedic support services including plastering, OT preparation, X-ray positioning, C-arm handling, dressing techniques, and basic physiotherapy. The program is ideal for students who wish to work alongside orthopedic surgeons and support clinical workflows in OPD, OT, and ward settings.
The program builds strong foundational and practical skills in plaster application techniques, C-arm handling, X-ray positioning, OT preparation, physiotherapy support, and sterile dressing—equipping students to effectively assist orthopedic surgeons in clinical and surgical settings.
Fracture types, splints, slabs, and casting techniques
Use of C-arm in operation theatre
X-ray positioning and imaging views for orthopedics
Pre-operative and intra-operative OT preparation
Sterile dressing methods for wounds and post-op care
Basic physiotherapy techniques for orthopedic recovery
OPD, ward, and casualty-based orthopedic procedures
Students gain hands-on expertise in orthopedic assistance—from applying various types of casts and splints to supporting surgeries with C-arm imaging, X-ray positioning, dressing wounds, and assisting in physiotherapy—developing strong clinical skills essential for orthopedic care and rehabilitation support.
Core Curriculum
Year 1:
Subject
Topics
Orthopedic Plaster Techniques
- Types of fractures (A/E, B/E slabs and casts)
- Splints
- plaster application in OPD
- Techniques for immobilization
X-ray Use & Positioning
- Basic X-ray theory
- Views for upper/lower limb
- Patient positioning techniques
- Assisting in radiographic procedures
Operation Theatre Preparation
- Pre-surgery sterilization
- Surgical instrument layout
- Surgical site preparation
- Role during procedures
C-Arm Operation
- Function and handling of C-arm
- Positioning during surgery
- Radiation safety
- Assisting surgeons during intra-operative imaging
Sterile Dressing Techniques
- Handling wounds (compound and operative)
- Dressing kits
- Sterile techniques
- Dressing change routines in ward/OPD
Physiotherapy Basics
- Range of motion exercises
- Walking assistance
- Support for recovery post fracture/cast
- Limb strengthening basics
Eligibility Criteria:
- Annual Intake:
- 2 seat per year
- Eligibility Criteria:
- The candidate must have passed the 10+2 (Higher Secondary School Certificate) examination in the Science stream with a minimum of 50% marks from a recognized board.
- Duration:
- 1 years
Contact Us
Krishna Vishwa Vidyapeeth, Karad Malkapur, Karad (Dist.Satara), Maharashtra, India. PIN - 415539
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