Orthopedic Impairment Law and Legal Definition
Orthopedic Impairment means “a severe orthopedic impairment that adversely affects a child's educational performance. That term includes congenital impairments such as club foot or absence of some member; impairments caused by disease, such as poliomyelitis and bone tuberculosis; and impairments from other causes such as cerebral palsy, amputations, and fractures or burns causing contractures.” [32 CFR 57.3; Title 32-National Defense; Subtitle A-Department Of Defense; Chapter I-Office Of The Secretary Of Defense; Subchapter D-Personnel, Military And Civilian; Part 57-Provision Of Early Intervention And Special Education Services To Eligible Dod Dependents]
