por3cof clin orth management foot
CLINICAL ORTHOTIC MANAGEMENT OF THE FOOT
POR3COF
2017
Credit points: 15
Subject outline
In this subject, students gain knowledge of the evidence that underpins the orthotic management of the foot in clinical practice. This will include principles, clinical assessment, prescription considerations, treatment processes, and a biomechanical basis of orthotic management for a range of pathologies affecting the foot. Evidence based orthotic treatment of various foot conditions are presented in the context of current clinical practice. This includes applied anatomy, pathology and biomechanics relevant to orthotic management and interdisciplinary practice.
SchoolSchool of Allied Health
Credit points15
Subject Co-ordinatorNathan Collins
Available to Study Abroad StudentsYes
Subject year levelYear Level 3 - UG
Exchange StudentsYes
Subject particulars
Subject rules
Prerequisites POR3CAT or admission into HMCPO - Master of Clinical Prosthetics and Orthotics
Co-requisitesN/A
Incompatible subjectsN/A
Equivalent subjectsN/A
Special conditionsN/A
Learning resources
Readings
| Resource Type | Title | Resource Requirement | Author and Year | Publisher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Readings | Foot Orthoses and other forms of conservative foot care | Recommended | Michaud, T.C. 1997 | NEWTON: THOMAS C. MICHAUD |
Graduate capabilities & intended learning outcomes
01. Review and analyse clinical and research evidence of the orthotic management of a range of common foot pathologies in the context of interdisciplinary team management
- Activities:
- Written Assignment, Online Quiz, Written Examination
02. Use judgement and initiative to safely undertake a clinical assessment of the lower limb in regards to musculoskeletal and neurological function
- Activities:
- Practical Workshops, Online Quiz
03. Review and analyse pathomechanics, gait deviations, orthotic mechanics and orthosis design for people with a range of common foot disorders
- Activities:
- Written Assignment, Online Quiz, Written Examination
04. Describe, evaluate and justify treatment procedures for optimal orthotic treatment of people with a variety of common foot disorders
- Activities:
- Written Assignment, Online Quiz, Written Examination
05. Identify and justify selection of materials, components and fabrication techniques to meet the functional needs of a range of people with common foot disorders
- Activities:
- Written Assignment, Online Quiz, Written Examination
06. Prescribe and justify foot orthoses to suit a variety of common conditions
- Activities:
- Written Assignment, Online Quiz, Written Examination
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Melbourne, 2017, Summer 3, Blended
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorNathan Collins
Class requirements
LectureWeek: 06 - 07
Four 4.0 hours lecture per week on weekdays during the day from week 06 to week 07 and delivered via blended.
WorkShopWeek: 06 - 07
Four 3.0 hours workshop per week on weekdays during the day from week 06 to week 07 and delivered via blended.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| One 1.5-hour written examination (equivalent to 1,500-words) | 40 | 05, 04, 03, 01, 06 | |
| One 1,500-word written assignment | 40 | 01, 03, 04, 05, 06 | |
| One Online Quiz (equivalent to 750-words) | 20 | 04, 03, 02, 01, 05, 06 |