Diabetic orthotic therapyLaajuus (5 cr)

Objective

You learn how Foot ulcers due to neuropathy and/or ischemia, often complicated by infection, are a leading cause of hospitalisation and amputation in diabetic patients.

You know that sensory neuropathy, foot abnormality, missing pulses and previous history of ulcers or amputation are risk factors for ulceration and you can make examination of them.

You know that regular examination of feet, offloading and protective footwear and use of new technologies reduce the risk to wounds and amputations.

You are able to consult vascular surgery and medical doctor if needed (bad circulation, infection).

You know that prevention and treatment of foot ulceration by multidisciplinary teams is necessary.

Content

Diabetic foot problems
Preventive aspect
Diabetic foot biomechanics
Diabetic wound
Offloading
New technologies
How you check correct offloading

Evaluation

You can
a. use professional vocabulary systematically.
b. look for information in the key information sources of the field.
f. work as team members in a goal-oriented way.
g. justify their actions according to the ethical principles of the professional field.