Orthopedic Impairment

An "orthopedic impairment" is a severe physically disabling condition that adversely affects educational performance. The term may include impairments caused by any of the following:

(1) A congenital anomaly.
(2) A disease, such as:
(A) poliomyelitis; or
(B) bone tuberculosis.
(3) Other causes, such as:
(A) cerebral palsy;
(B) amputations; or
(C) fractures or burns that cause contractures.