Podiatry supporting musculoskeletal functions ILaajuus (5 cr)

Objective

You know the most common musculoskeletal diseases
You know the most common structural and functional disorders in lower limbs
You understand the types of pain and their meaning to the patient
You know the basics of manufacturing element insoles, chair side insoles and cad-cam –orthotics
You can apply research information when assessing the functions of the musculoskeletal system
You can utilize exercises to treat and prevent musculoskeletal problems

Content

What are the most typical musculoskeletal diseases?
What is the physiology of pain?
How do you apply the individual examinations of the musculoskeletal system?
What are the structural and functional disorders of the lower limb?
For what purpose and how chair side insoles, element insoles and cad-cam orthoses are made?
How do you design and justify a high-quality exercise instruction?
Physiatrics and neurology

Evaluation

Entry-level, 2. term.3 a-c
Students can
a. use professional terminology systematically.
b. look for information in the key information sources of the field.
c. identify interrelated tasks.

Qualifications

Basics of foot health 5 ECTS credits
Human growth, development and learning 5 ECTS credits

Materials

Podiatric examination and assessment - module