The Evaluation

Your Prosthetic or Orthotic Evaluation

Your evaluation is an opportunity to talk about your needs, ask questions, and explore options for your care. At Ozark Prosthetics and Orthotics in Springfield, Missouri, we start by listening to what matters to you.

Discussing Your Needs & Goals

Your practitioner will ask about your daily activities, any difficulties you’re experiencing, and what you hope to accomplish.

Tell us about activities you would like to do more comfortably or confidently. If you already use a prosthesis, brace, or footwear, explain what works well and what you would like to improve.

Assessing Your Fit & Function

The evaluation will depend on the reason for your visit. Your practitioner may assess movement, strength, alignment, skin condition, and how you perform activities relevant to your care.

If you bring an existing device, we can examine its fit and condition and discuss any concerns. Let your practitioner know about discomfort, changes in fit, or difficulty using it.

Exploring Your Options

Your practitioner will explain the options appropriate for your needs and discuss how they relate to your goals.

Depending on your evaluation, the next step may involve a new device, an adjustment to your current device, or additional information from your referring provider. This is a good time to ask about how an option works, what it involves, and what to expect.

Planning the Next Steps

Before your visit ends, we’ll discuss the next steps in your care. These may include obtaining documentation, checking insurance requirements, taking measurements, or arranging another appointment.

Some devices require several visits for measuring, fitting, and adjustments. The timing will depend on your individual needs and the steps required before your device can be provided.

Questions You Can Ask

• What options are appropriate for my needs?
• How could this device help with my daily activities?
• What limitations should I understand?
• Will I need additional appointments?
• What needs to happen before fitting can begin?
• Who should I contact with questions about costs or insurance?

Preparing for Your Evaluation

Visit Before Your Visit for a checklist of what to bring and what to wear.

For information about coverage and estimated costs, visit Insurance & Cost.

Schedule an Evaluation

Call 417-889-3222 to schedule an appointment or ask about the information needed for your evaluation.