Part of a YH programme at TUC Yrkeshögskola. This course cannot be applied for on its own. Programme code: MEFD20TRA.
The course gives you in-depth and specialised knowledge of the structure, anatomy and physiology of the foot. You learn how different diseases affect the feet and lower extremities and gain good knowledge of examination and treatment methods. The course is part of TUC's higher vocational education programme in medical foot care. The goal is for you to be able to independently carry out assessments, examinations and treatments from a holistic perspective.
Duration: 13 weeks
Language: Swedish
Level: Advanced
CSN-eligible
Time commitment: Corresponds to approx. 13 weeks of full-time study
The purpose of the course is for the student to gain knowledge of the structure, anatomy and physiology of the foot. The course will also give knowledge of how different diseases affect the feet and lower extremities. The student will gain good knowledge of different examination methods and treatment methods. The goal of the course is for the student to be able to carry out independent assessments, examinations and treatments from a holistic perspective.
The purpose of the course is for the student to gain knowledge of the structure, anatomy and physiology of the foot. The course will also give knowledge of how different diseases affect the feet and lower extremities. The student will gain good knowledge of different examination methods and treatment methods. The goal of the course is for the student to be able to carry out independent assessments, examinations and treatments from a holistic perspective.
What you will learn
What you learn.
You have in-depth knowledge of the anatomy and physiology of the foot
You understand how different diseases affect the feet and lower extremities
You master examination methods for medical foot therapy
You can apply relevant treatment methods
You can carry out independent assessments from a holistic perspective
Curriculum
How the course is built.
Anatomy and physiology of the foot
In-depth review of the structure of the foot and lower extremities.
Pathology
How different medical conditions affect the feet, for example diabetes and circulatory diseases.
Examination methods
Practical methods for examining and assessing the condition of the foot.
Treatment methods
Treatment methods in medical foot therapy based on the patient's needs.
Holistic assessment
Independently combining examination and treatment into a holistic assessment.
Target audience
Who is this for?
Students in TUC's higher vocational education programme for medical foot therapists.
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