Part of a YH programme at TUC Yrkeshögskola. This course cannot be applied for on its own. Programme code: MEFD20TRA.
Basic Foot Therapy gives you a foundation in medical foot therapy, with a focus on the anatomy and physiology of the lower extremities as well as offloading techniques and preventive care measures. You learn which factors affect foot health and basic biomechanics such as gait patterns, soles, insoles and knowledge of materials. The course also covers the laws and rules that govern the practice. The course is given within TUC Yrkeshögskola's Medicinsk fotterapeut (medical foot therapist) programme, remotely with in-person sessions in Tranås.
Duration: 12 weeks
Location: Tranås
Language: Swedish
Level: Beginner
CSN-eligible
Time commitment: 60 YH credits, approx. 12 weeks of full-time study
The purpose of the course is to provide basic knowledge of medical foot therapy and the anatomy and physiology of the lower extremities, as well as offloading techniques and preventive care measures. The purpose is also for the student to understand which factors affect foot health and to gain knowledge of biomechanics such as gait patterns, soles, insoles, knowledge of materials, etc. The course also aims to convey knowledge of the laws and rules that govern the practice. The goal of the course is for the student to gain a foundation in medical foot therapy.
The purpose of the course is to provide basic knowledge of medical foot therapy and the anatomy and physiology of the lower extremities, as well as offloading techniques and preventive care measures. The purpose is also for the student to understand which factors affect foot health and to gain knowledge of biomechanics such as gait patterns, soles, insoles, knowledge of materials, etc. The course also aims to convey knowledge of the laws and rules that govern the practice. The goal of the course is for the student to gain a foundation in medical foot therapy.
What you will learn
What you learn.
You can explain the anatomy and physiology of the lower extremities
You can describe common offloading techniques and preventive care measures
You can identify factors that affect foot health
You have a basic knowledge of biomechanics, gait patterns, soles and insoles
You know the laws and rules that govern foot care practice
Curriculum
How the course is built.
Anatomy and physiology
The structure and function of the lower extremities, with a focus on the foot.
Offloading and preventive care measures
Techniques for offloading and preventing foot problems.
Biomechanics and knowledge of materials
Gait patterns, soles, insoles and choice of materials in foot care.
Laws and rules
Regulations governing the practice of medical foot therapy.
Target audience
Who is this for?
The course is aimed at those about to start the Medicinsk fotterapeut YH programme at TUC who want a foundation in medical foot therapy.
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