PDTY2203
10 units
2000 level
Course handbook
Description
This course introduces the student to the role of the podiatrist in the management of musculoskeletal and sports related injuries of the lower extremity. This course provides comprehensive theoretical knowledge and experience in the assessment, diagnosis and management of a wide range of musculoskeletal disorders affecting the lower limb. Assessment and management techniques for common acute and chronic sports and overuse injuries are presented with a focus on integrating and developing evidenced based practice in the clinical setting. The course covers a broad range of soft tissue and bone injuries and extends students' knowledge of radiographic diagnostic techniques, electrophysical modalities, rehabilitation programs and injury prevention.
Availability2024 Course Timetables
Ourimbah
- Semester 2 - 2024
Learning outcomes
On successful completion of the course students will be able to:
1. Describe, assess and identify musculoskeletal overuse and sports-related injuries that may be encountered in podiatry practice.
2. Develop appropriate management strategies for musculoskeletal overuse and sports-related injuries that may be encountered in podiatry practice.
3. Demonstrate correct application and understanding of therapeutic techniques including electrophysical modalities and soft tissue and muscle therapies
4. Integrate knowledge of biomechanics with specific skills and activities required in a range of sports.
5. Apply the biomechanics of sport specific footwear and be able to integrate this knowledge into clinical case management.
6. Demonstrate knowledge of the techniques and indications for the range of radiographic interventions available, including their appropriate clinical use
7. Know the legal, ethical and medical ramifications and adverse effects of radiographic interventions.
8. Develop the required skills in prescription and interpretation of imaging of the foot and ankle
Content
Sports Podiatry
- Introduction to sports injuries and their management
- Musculoskeletal assessment
- Biomechanical analysis in sport
- Development of rehabilitation programmes
- Electrophysical modalities: mode of action, application and indications
- Common sports-related injuries of the lower extremity
- Biomechanics of sports shoes
Radiology
- Safety and ethical issues with imaging
- Imaging modalities including radiography, CT scans, MRI and Ultrasound
- sseous and soft tissue injuries to the lower limb
Review of Progress
This course is a compulsory program requirement and is monitored for academic progress purposes. The course must be completed to progress in the program or meet other program requirements.
Failure or withdrawal from this course will result in students being considered under the Student Academic Progress Procedure.
Requisite
This course is only available to students enrolled in the Bachelor of Podiatry 11692 program. Students must have successfully completed HUBS1108, PDTY1202 and PDTY2103.
Assumed knowledge
Musculoskeletal anatomy, human physiology and foot biomechanics
Assessment items
In Term Test: Class Examination
Viva Voce: Examination - Oral
Formal Examination: Formal Examination
Compulsory Requirements
Compulsory Placement and WHS Requirements:
- NSW Health Verification Requirements - Mandatory NSW Health Verification Requirements must be met.
- First Aid Certificate - students must complete a First Aid Certificate issued by an approved provider.
Contact hours
Semester 2 - 2024 - Ourimbah
Clinical-1
- Face to Face On Campus 4 hour(s) per week(s) for 11 week(s) starting in week 2
Lecture-1
- Face to Face On Campus 2 hour(s) per week(s) for 12 week(s) starting in week 1
Course outline
Course outline not yet available.
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