Supporting musculoskeletal functions in podiatryLaajuus (5 cr)

Objective

You know the most typical musculoskeletal diseases and their prevention and treatment principles.
You can identify the most typical foot problems and deformities, and you are able to use professional podiatry methods when treating them.
You understand the meaning of pain to individuals and its effects to their functional ability.
You are able to use different kind of pain assessment methods and guide clients in treating pain.

Content

What are the most typical musculoskeletal disorders and how are they prevented and treated?
What are the most common disorders and dysfunctions affecting the functioning of the lower limbs, and how are they examined, prevented and treated?
What kind of pain assessment and treatment methods are used in podiatry?

Qualifications

Anatomy and physiology 5 ECTS credits Biomechanics, 5 ECTS credits

Materials

studies of the module Health-promoting podiatry

Evaluation

Students can
a. use professional vocabulary systematically.
b. look for information in the key information sources of the field.
c. identify interrelated tasks.
g. justify their actions according to the ethical principles of the professional field.