Foot orthoses (5 ECTS)

Learning outcomes

Students describe factors in relation to the function and movement of lower limbs as well as the functional limitations they cause. Students are familiar with the basic elements of foot orthoses including their function and structure. Students are capable of measuring and fabricating foot orthoses. Students learn to fit the products and provide education and instruction on their use to the client. Students compare the functional starting point with the end-product from professional viewpoints.

Content

•Needs analysis of foot orthoses, client education 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.

Prerequisites

Passed before course beginning:
SA00BM10 Professional basis for prosthetics and orthotics
SA00BM12 Anatomy of the musculoskeletal system 1, Physiology and Pathophysiology
SA00BM84 Anatomy of the musculoskeletal system 2, Orthopaedics, Physiatry and Surgery.

Teaching methods

Interactive lecture
Laboratory work/workshop
Biomechanical analysis
Assignments / coursework

Location and time

10.01.2022 - 13.03.2022
Myllypuro campus
Myllypurontie 1, 00920 Helsinki

Learning materials and recommended literature

Jalat ja terveys. Duodecim. (Liukkonen, Saarikoski)
Lessons material
Other separate material

Exam dates and retake possibilities

09.02.2022
08.30 - 10.15 am.

Further information for students

Attendance requirement 80%

Passed before course beginning:
SA00BM10 Professional basis for prosthetics and orthotics
SA00BM12 Anatomy of the musculoskeletal system 1, Physiology and Pathophysiology
SA00BM84 Anatomy of the musculoskeletal system 2, Orthopaedics, Physiatry and Surgery.

Evaluation scale

0-5

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

Students master professional concepts, and they justify their choices using the comprehensive knowledge base, based on the client’s needs. Students assess systematically the prerequisites and consequences of their own actions.
Students act independently and professionally aiming at goals set to them in their operating environment as well as apply working methods appropriately and safely.
Students work according to professional ethics as well as commit themselves to the group, enhancing its functioning.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

Students master professional concepts and make choices together with the client using the comprehensive knowledge base. They also assess and develop their own functioning systematically.
Students act independently and professionally aiming at goals set to them in their operating environment. They also apply working methods flexibly and safely.
Students work according to professional ethics considering the characteristics of various situations, and in their work they commit themselves to the code of professional conduct.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

Students master professional concepts and make choices together with the client using the comprehensive knowledge base, in changing environments. They also assess their own functioning and produce knowledge to develop their operating environment.
Students act independently and professionally and develop their working and operating environments together with other actors.
Students work according to professional ethics considering the characteristics of complex and unpredictable situations. Their work develops and renews professional procedures and practices.

Assessment criteria, approved/failed

Students master professional concepts, and they justify their choices using the comprehensive knowledge base, based on the client’s needs. Students assess systematically the prerequisites and consequences of their own actions.
Students act independently and professionally aiming at goals set to them in their operating environment as well as apply working methods appropriately and safely.
Students work according to professional ethics as well as commit themselves to the group, enhancing its functioning.