The Christian Medical College Vellore Certificate in Orthopaedic and Plaster Assistant course is a comprehensive program designed to equip students with the knowledge and skills necessary to become a successful orthopaedic and plaster assistant. The course is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the anatomy and physiology of the musculoskeletal system, as well as the principles of orthopaedic and plaster casting. The course also covers the use of various orthopaedic and plaster materials, the application of casts and splints, and the management of orthopaedic and plaster patients.

The course is divided into two parts: the theoretical component and the practical component. The theoretical component covers topics such as anatomy and physiology, orthopaedic and plaster materials, and the principles of orthopaedic and plaster casting. The practical component includes hands-on experience in the application of casts and splints, and the management of orthopaedic and plaster patients.

The course is designed to provide students with the knowledge and skills necessary to become a successful orthopaedic and plaster assistant. Upon successful completion of the course, students will be able to assist orthopaedic and plaster surgeons in the diagnosis and treatment of musculoskeletal conditions. They will also be able to provide support to orthopaedic and plaster patients in the form of casting, splinting, and other orthopaedic and plaster procedures.

Course Duration	Total Fee	Study Mode	University Type
2 Years	Rs. 25,000	Full-time	Private University

Semester	Subjects	Topics Covered
1st Semester	Anatomy & Physiology	Anatomy of Bones & Joints, Physiology of Muscles & Joints, Biomechanics, Pathology of Musculoskeletal System
2nd Semester	Orthopaedic & Plaster Techniques	Principles of Plaster Techniques, Principles of Orthopaedic Techniques, Splinting & Bracing, Casting & Bandaging, Orthopaedic Appliances, Orthopaedic Surgery
3rd Semester	Clinical Orthopaedics	Clinical Examination of Musculoskeletal System, Diagnosis & Management of Musculoskeletal Disorders, Orthopaedic Rehabilitation, Orthopaedic Trauma, Orthopaedic Oncology
4th Semester	Clinical Training	Clinical Training in Orthopaedic & Plaster Techniques, Clinical Training in Orthopaedic Rehabilitation, Clinical Training in Orthopaedic Trauma, Clinical Training in Orthopaedic Oncology

1. Anatomy and Physiology
2. Biomechanics
3. Orthopaedic Nursing
4. Orthopaedic Surgery
5. Trauma Care
6. Plaster Techniques
7. Orthopaedic Diagnosis
8. Orthopaedic Radiology
9. Orthopaedic Rehabilitation
10. Orthopaedic Instruments
11. Orthopaedic Pathology
12. Orthopaedic Pharmacology
13. Orthopaedic Biomechanics
14. Orthopaedic Physical Therapy
15. Orthopaedic Biomechanics and Rehabilitation
16. Orthopaedic Prosthetics and Orthotics
17. Orthopaedic Clinical Practice
18. Orthopaedic Research and Statistics