Lower Limb Amputations and Prosthetics (5 cr)

Objective

Students are familiar with the causes for transtibial and transfemoral amputations and different amputation techniques. They understand the activity level classification of clients and can use it

in the fabrication process of transtibial and transfemoral prostheses. Students can assess and measure these prostheses at a basic level. They know the basics of the modelling process by using the traditional and the electric method. They fabricate the prosthesis under supervision and are able to fit it. Students apply their knowledge on materials in the fabrication process. They can give instructions on the use of the prosthesis to the client and evaluate its suitability.

Content

• Underlying causes for transtibial and transfemoral amputations
• Prosthesis structure and components
• Technical solutions for amputations
• Levels of amputations in reference to the client’s functional capacity
• Structure of a prosthesis
• Assessment and measurements
• Fabrication process and various technical solutions
• Fitting of transtibial and transfemoral prostheses
• Evaluation of suitability, client advice and instruction

Location and time

Myllypuro Campus
Myllypurontie 1, 00920 Helsinki

Materials

Material of lessons
Atlas of Amputation and limb deficiencies; Smith, Michael, Bowker
Other separate materials

Teaching methods

Interactive lecture
Assignments / coursework
Guided assignments

Employer connections

-

Exam schedules

-

International connections

Össur Nordic
Otto Bock

Completion alternatives

-

Further information

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

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

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

Learning assignment 40%
Open book exam 60%

Qualifications

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