Established in 1982, the NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF ORTHOPAEDIC TECHNOLOGISTS (NAOT) is dedicated to the pursuit of excellence through the continued educational development of orthopaedic allied health care professionals who specialize in casting, splinting and bracing. NAOT offers a number of valuable benefits to members, including a subscription to two publications written specifically for orthotechs, reduced registration fees to educational workshops and conferences, on-line education, annual compensation and benefit information and discounts to take the certification examination and log credits for re-certification.

NAOT News

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2009 SCHEDULE NOW AVAILABLE!

Orthotech pay increases by 3% in 2008
The average salary for an orthopaedic technologist increased slightly between 2006 and 2008, according to the results of the National Association of Orthopaedic Technologists’ (NAOT) compensation and benefits survey.  The report, based on data provided by nearly 300 orthotechs from around the country, found the average 2008 salary was $44,458, a 3% increase from the 2006 average of $43,231. The NAOT salary survey provides average salaries based on years of experience, geographic region, type of employment, level of education, and certification.  In addition, valuable data on after-hour-call pay, health and life insurance benefits and flex time was collected.
[click here to read the entire article] - posted July 3, 2008

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Due to the last survey, I went to my employer for a raise and went from $44,600 to $50,000!
-Orthotech, Southwest

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Orthotech Professional On-line

Knee Osteoarthritis by Marjorie Albohm, MS, ATC Arthritis is a health care epidemic, costing America over 81 billion dollars annually on treatment and management. More than one in every 5 adult Americans suffers from arthritis. The painful effects of arthritis limit everyday physical activity more than cancer, heart disease or diabetes. [click here to read the entire article] - posted April 1, 2009

Peroneal Tendon Subluxation/Dislocation by Katherine M. Bagnato, ATC, OTC, CEAS The ankle is a crucial joint for ambulation. Any type of injury can cause dysfunction and disability. One injury of interest is peroneal tendon subluxation/dislocation. This lateral ankle injury can occur acutely or through chronic repetitive injury in conjunction to lateral ankle ligament sprains. Although many are able to walk and move, the pain and symptoms can lead to disability... [click here to read the entire article] - posted January 20, 2009

Knee Micro Fracture Procedure by Nicole Wiliams, OTC. MBA So your knee just isn’t working like it used to, but mentally and physically the rest of you is working just fine. Maybe you should consider having an arthroscopic knee micro fracture performed....[click here to read the entire article] - posted October 30, 2008

Dynamic Splinting by Al Bryant, LO, CO, OTC Dynamic splints, often referred to as active or functional splints, aid in initiating and performing movements by controlling the plane and range of motion of the injured part. This splint generates a mobilizing or supportive force on a targeted tissue that results in passive gains or passive-assisted range of motion (ROM). Dynamic splinting has proven beneficial in the treatment of joint stiffness..[click here to read the entire article] - posted May 8, 2008

Become a Certified Orthopaedic Technologist
Earn the OTC credential -- the only legitimate and accredited certification for orthopaedic technologists. The certification exam is offered at more than 300 test sites around the world. For more information, visit www.nbcot.net or (866) 466-2268.