Orthopaedics I and II (5 cr)
Code: 505501112-3001
General information
Enrollment
20.08.2018 - 07.09.2018
Timing
01.08.2018 - 31.05.2019
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
1 op
Mode of delivery
80 % Contact teaching, 20 % Distance learning
Unit
Department of Sports and Rehabilitation
Campus
Kotka Campus
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
20 - 40
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Naprapathy
Teachers
- Opettaja Kuntoutus- ja terveysala
- Marja Turkki
Teacher in charge
Marja Turkki
Groups
-
NA16S
Objective
The foundations of orthopaedics and the principles of orthopaedic examinations. Foundations for advanced studies. Developing theoretical knowledge to form the foundation of differentiation diagnosis. The student develops basic orthopaedic knowledge, knows the orthopaedic procedures as required in the profession, and gains familiarity with multidisciplinary co-operation. The student masters the orthopaedic tests and clinical examination of the patient as well as good consultation practice.
Content
Familiarization with the foundations of orthopaedics. A treatment approach to the illnesses of the locomotor system in orthopaedics. Orthopaedic treatment and diagnostics of locomotor illnesses. Familiarization with rehabilitation after orthopaedic surgery.