PDTY2202
10 units
2000 level
Course handbook
Description
This course provides an introduction to the specialist areas of clinical and theoretical podiatric rheumatology, neurology and non-dermatological oncology. We begin by exploring the definition, assessment and classification of pain in podiatry practice. The rheumatology component introduces rheumatic diseases of connective tissue, joints and bone that affect the lower limb. The neurology component introduces a selection of adult neurological disorders. The oncology component introduces neoplasm of lower limb bone, joint and soft tissues. Coinciding with this work, we will explore the emerging field of evidence-based podiatry to develop your skills as a user of clinical research.
Availability2024 Course Timetables
Ourimbah
- Semester 2 - 2024
Learning outcomes
On successful completion of the course students will be able to:
1. Define, assess and classify foot pain using appropriate terminology.
2. Take and appropriately document a thorough medical history and assessment of a patient reporting a previous diagnosis of a variety of rheumatic conditions and adult neurological conditions.
3. Identify the aetiology, pathophysiology, typical signs and symptoms, diagnostic criteria, laboratory testing, imaging studies, differential diagnoses, psychosocial impact, general systemic interventions and specific podiatric interventions for select rheumatic conditions.
4. Identify the pathophysiology and typical signs and symptoms of non-dermatological neoplasms relevant to the profession of podiatry.
5. Discuss the pathophysiology, typical signs and symptoms, prognosis, psychosocial impact and basics of systemic treatment of specific adult neurological conditions discussed in this course.
6. Interpret and apply clinically the results of basic biostatistical methods.
7. Critically evaluate research investigating interventions for foot-related problems.
Content
- Pain terminology, classes and assessment.
- Rheumatic diseases affecting the lower limb.
- Non-dermatological neoplasm of the lower limb.
- Selected systemic and lower limb adult neurological conditions.
- Evidence-based podiatry.
- Clinical assessments.
Requisite
This course is only available to students enrolled in the Bachelor of Podiatry program (11692). Pre-requisite - successful completion of HUBS1108, HUBS1403, HUBS1404 and PDTY2102.
Assumed knowledge
Musculoskeletal anatomy
Pharmacology
Human physiology
Human pathophysiology
Assessment items
In Term Test: In-class examination 1
In Term Test: In-class examination 2
Formal Examination: Final Exam
Journal: PODMED journal
Contact hours
Semester 2 - 2024 - Ourimbah
Lecture-1
- Face to Face On Campus 3 hour(s) per week(s) for 11 week(s)
Tutorial-1
- Face to Face On Campus 2 hour(s) per week(s) for 11 week(s)
- Compulsory Requirement: Students must meet the compulsory attendance requirement.
Course outline
- PDTY2202 - Semester 2, 2023 (Centralcoast) (PDF, 182.6 KB)
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