§ 3002. Definitions
Oklahoma Statutes AnnotatedTitle 59. Professions and Occupations
59 Okl.St.Ann. § 3002
§ 3002. Definitions
As used in the Orthotics and Prosthetics Practice Act:
5. “Orthosis” means a custom-fabricated or custom-fitted brace or support designed to provide for alignment, correction, or prevention of neuromuscular or musculoskeletal dysfunction, disease, injury, or deformity, not excluding those of the foot; provided, however, “orthosis” does not include soft goods such as fabric or elastic supports, corsets, arch supports, low-temperature plastic splints, trusses, elastic hose, canes, crutches, soft cervical collars, dental appliances, or essentially equivalent devices commonly sold as over-the-counter items requiring no professional advice or judgment in either size selection or use;
6. “Orthotics” means the science and practice of evaluating, measuring, designing, fabricating, assembling, fitting, adjusting, or servicing an orthosis under a prescription from a licensed physician for the correction or alleviation of neuromuscular or musculoskeletal dysfunction, disease, injury, or deformity;
8. “Prosthesis” means an artificial medical device that is not surgically implanted and that is used to replace a missing limb, appendage, or another external human body part including an artificial limb, hand, or foot; provided, however, “prosthesis” does not include artificial eyes, ears, fingers, toes, dental appliances, cosmetic devices such as artificial breasts, eyelashes, or wigs, or other devices that do not have a significant impact on the musculoskeletal functions of the body;
12. “Registered prosthetic/orthotic technician” means a person registered under the Orthotics and Prosthetics Practice Act who, under the direct supervision of a licensed orthotist or prosthetist, assists with the fabrication of orthoses or prostheses but who does not provide direct patient care; and
13. “Resident” means a person who has completed an education program in either orthotics or prosthetics recognized by the Board and is continuing clinical education in a residency recognized by the Board and accredited by the National Commission on Orthotic and Prosthetic Education or other accrediting group recognized by the Board.
Credits
Laws 2001, c. 158, § 2, eff. Nov. 1, 2001.
59 Okl. St. Ann. § 3002, OK ST T. 59 § 3002
Current with emergency effective legislation through Chapter 257 of the Second Regular Session of the 59th Legislature (2024). Some sections may be more current, see credits for details.
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