The student is able to utilize various devices used to measure functional capacity in podiatry, data collection methods, measuring types, as well as is able to assess the reliability of the devices and measurements. The student is able to palpate various anatomical structures, and describe the findings using various palpation techniques. The student is knowledgeable of ideal upright posture characteristics. The student is able to manage the methods of lower extremity alignment, foot load, upright posture and balance assessment. The student understands the principles of joint range of motion and manual muscle testing and is able to adapt the information while evaluating the client.
Prerequisites and co-requisites
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Course contents
-Lower extremity tissue and structure palpation
-Principals of musculoskeletal evaluation
-Ideal upright posture
-Evaluation of lower extremity alignment
-Podoscope and load impression evaluation
-Reliability of measuring devices and measurements
-Data collection methods
-Functional capacity and balance evaluations applied in podiatry
-Evaluation of joint range of motion
-Manual muscle testing
Assessment criteria
Satisfactory
PROFESSIONAL KNOWLEDGE
The student is able to:
- display learning in core content
- use individual professional concepts correctly
- find information for a specific situation
- distinguish between non-theoretical and theoretical information
PROFESSIONAL SKILLS,PERFORMANCE AND DEVELOPMENT
The student is able to:
- act in individual professional situations as instructed
- display learning in his professional field
- show that he has achieved the targets for core competence
RESPONSIBILITY, COOPERATION AND MANAGEMENT
The student is able to:
- follow safety instructions
- display learning in the ethical principles of his professional field
- operate as a member of a student group
Good
PROFESSIONAL KNOWLEDGE
The student is able to:
- display an understanding of concepts and professional knowledge in the field
- assess and limit the amount of information needed
PROFESSIONAL SKILLS,PERFORMANCE AND DEVELOPMENT
The student is able to:
- operate well in typical professional duties and contexts
- operate in a multicultural environment
RESPONSIBILITY, COOPERATION AND MANAGEMENT
The student is able to:
- operate safely
- act according to professional ethics
- operate in a student group
Excellent
PROFESSIONAL KNOWLEDGE
The student is able to:
- use concepts and knowledge in his field systematically
- assess and use various information sources
PROFESSIONAL SKILLS,PERFORMANCE AND DEVELOPMENT
The student is able to:
- apply professional information in professional assignments
- work in various duties in a variety of operating environments
- act independently and responsibly in professional contexts
RESPONSIBILITY, COOPERATION AND MANAGEMENT
The student is able to:
- to take safety issues into consideration in his action
- argue his choices on the basis of professional ethics
- organise the activities of a group of students
Further information
Recommended optional programme components
The student advisor will recommend optional programme components for each student based on their individual study plan.