BMS244 Podiatric Biomechanics and Paediatrics (16)

Abstract

This subject provides students with a detailed understanding of the biomechanical principles associated with human movement. Students will study the functional anatomy of the lower limb and associated structures, and will develop skills in the assessment, evaluation and management of a range of gait and biomechanical disorders. This subject also provides students with a detailed understanding of the human developmental process, from conception to maturity. Study of a range of common pathology associated with childhood and adolescence - with a focus on the lower extremity - will enable students to develop insight into the importance of an interdisciplinary approach to paediatric care.

+ Subject Availability Modes and Location

Session 1
Internal	Albury-Wodonga Campus
Session 2
Internal	Albury-Wodonga Campus

Continuing students should consult the SAL for current offering details: BMS244
Where differences exist between the Handbook and the SAL, the SAL should be taken as containing the correct subject offering details.

Subject information

Duration	Grading System	School:
Two sessions	HD/FL	School of Community Health

Enrolment restrictions

Bachelor of Podiatric Medicine and Bachelor of Podiatric Medicine (Honours)

Prerequisite(s)
BMS172

Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this subject, students should:

be able to describe normal physical, cognitive, social and emotional development from conception to maturity;
be able to analyse the anatomy of the pelvis, lower limb, ankle and foot in relation to biomechanical function;
be able to describe the normal function and mechanical principles of joints and related structures of the pelvis, lower limb, ankle and foot;
be able to describe the normal gait cycle and gait pattern in the absence of pathology;
be able to analyse a range of pathological gait presentations;
be able to demonstrate the ability to effectively and safely undertake a range of assessment techniques on joints and related structures, to identify features including; range of motion; quality of motion; muscle function and strength; axes of rotation;
be able to critique gait and lower limb mechanics with respect to current biomechanical paradigms;
be able to discuss the therapeutic modalities used in biomechanical case management including: theories of orthotic therapy; non-casting and casting techniques; splinting; footwear prescription; adjunctive physical therapies;
be able to explain the biological principles of genetics and disorders of inheritance;
be able to discuss the aetiology, diagnosis and management of common medical conditions of childhood and adolescence, with relevance to the lower extremity;
be able to demonstrate effective communication skills, and examination of, the neonate, pre-walker, child and adolescent;
be able to evaluate the role of the podiatrist in the interdisciplinary paediatric team;
be able to analyse the legal and ethical considerations relevant to paediatric practice.

Syllabus

The subject will cover the following topics:

Human development from conception to maturity, including normal lower limb rotational changes and milestones
Applied functional anatomy of the pelvis, lower limb, ankle and foot
Axes, planes and the mechanical application to joints and related structures
Clinical gait analysis; theories, assessment and interpretation of normal human gait and pathological gait presentations
Theories of podiatric biomechanics; how these approaches inform biomechanical assessment and client management
Clinical assessment and evaluation of joints and related structures to identify features including: range of motion; quality of motion; direction of motion; muscle function and strength; the position of the axes of rotation
Principles of management in pathomechanics including: casting; non-casting techniques; strapping; splinting; prescription and review of a range of ortho-mechanical devices; footwear prescription
Undertaking and managing the paediatric consult; communication, history taking and physical examination
Common pathology affecting children and adolescents
Chromosomal disorders; genetic aetiology, clinical presentation, diagnosis, general and podiatric management
Neuromuscular conditions which emerge in and/or develop through childhood; aetiology, clinical presentation, diagnosis, general and podiatric management
Rheumatologic conditions of childhood and adolescence; aetiology, clinical presentation, diagnosis, general and podiatric management
Musculoskeletal disorders and injuries affecting children; talipes deformities, metatarsus adductus, osteochondroses, paediatric sports injuries and fractures
Frontal plane conditions of the lower limb; aetiology, clinical presentation, diagnosis, general and podiatric management
Principles of health promotion and current public health issues for children and adolescents
Mandatory reporting and other medico-legal issues relevant to working with children

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The information contained in the 2016 CSU Handbook was accurate at the date of publication: 06 September 2016. The University reserves the right to vary the information at any time without notice.