Foot Orthoses (5 cr)

Objective

Student describes the factors influencing the function and movement of lower limbs and functional limitations caused by them. Student knows the basic functional and structural elements of foot orthoses. Student performs the measurement and manufacturing of orthosis of the foot. Student is able to use technological methods of manufacturing foot orthoses. Student practices, under guidance, product fitting and provides guidance and instructions to the customer. Student compares the relationship between the functional starting point and the final output from professional perspectives. Student understands the cost structure of the product.

Content

• Needs analysis of foot orthoses, client advice and instructions
• Different foot orthoses and their impact on functional capacity
• Assessment and measurement techniques
• Fabrication process and techniques
• Materials, components and factors affecting their selection
• Fitting foot orthoses, evaluation, instructions on their use

Location and time

Myllypuro

Materials

Jalat ja terveys; Liukkonen, Irmeli ; Saarikoski, Riitta ; Ahonen, Jarmo, Duodecim 2011
Atlas of orthosis and assistive devices
Lecture material

Other material to be reported separately

Teaching methods

Lecture
Practical exercises
Written assignments
Exam

Further information

The teacher's assignments and MATERIALS are works of authorship under the Copyright Act (404/61), to which the teacher holds the copyright. The assignments AND MATERIALS may not be used for any purpose other than your own studies. Their public distribution is only allowed with the permission of the teacher.

Evaluation scale

0-5

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

KNOWLEDGE BASE
The student is able to:
- demonstrate familiarity with the knowledge base and core material in the field
- search information from diverse sources of information PROFESSIONAL SKILLS, ACTIVITIES AND DEVELOPMENT
The student is able to:
- perform different tasks in different operating environments
- demonstrate that he/she has achieved core competence objectives

RESPONSIBILITY, COOPERATION AND MANAGEMENT
The student is able to:
- demonstrate familiarity with key professional safety practices
- act in accordance with ethical principles
- make individual expertise available to the group or project

Assessment criteria, good (3)

KNOWLEDGE BASE
The student is able to:
- use industry concepts and knowledge consistently
- seek information,critically evaluate it and use information sources
- PROFESSIONAL SKILLS, ACTIVITIES AND DEVELOPMENT
The student is able to:
- apply the knowledge base in professional tasks
- apply professional skills in various tasks
- act independently and responsibly in a professional situation RESPONSIBILITY, COOPERATION AND MANAGEMENT
The student is able to:
- plan activities with safety in mind
- act in accordance with the ethical principles of the profession
- act purposefully in a working group and a project

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

KNOWLEDGE BASE
The student is able to:
- use industry concepts and knowledge expertly
- justify the use of data sources
- justify activities on the basis of research-based information or studies
PROFESSIONAL SKILLS, ACTIVITIES AND DEVELOPMENT
The student is able to:
- work in diverse and international tasks and work situations
- operate in a customer-oriented and entrepreneurial manner
RESPONSIBILITY, COOPERATION AND MANAGEMENT
The student is able to:
- act responsibly and with safety in mind
- justify activities in accordance with the ethical principles of the profession
- organise and direct the activities of a group or a project

Assessment criteria, approved/failed

KNOWLEDGE BASE
Failed:
KNOWLEDGE BASE
- does not adequately master or value industry knowledge
- does not know or cannot use the concepts of the field PROFESSIONAL SKILLS, ACTIVITIES AND DEVELOPMENT
- insufficient professional skills
- does not operate in accordance with training and guidance
- does not seek to develop himself/herself and his/her activities
RESPONSIBILITY, COOPERATION AND MANAGEMENT
- disregards safety or ethical conduct of the profession
- is not motivated nor participates in group and development work

Assessment methods and criteria

Exam 50%
Practical exercises 20%
Written work 30%

Qualifications

The degree student is required to have credits from:
- SX00EP25 Anatomy of the Musculoskeletal System 1 and Physiology
- SX00EP30 Anatomy of the Musculoskeletal System 2, Neuroanatomy and Neurophysiology
- SX00EP27 Professional Basis for Prosthetics and Orthotics
- SX00EQ75 Basics of Medical Expertise in the Field of Prosthetics and Orthotics