School Of Science And HealthPodiatric Techniques 1BWestern Sydney University Unit Code: 400936.3
Discipline: PODIATRY
Student Contribution Band: 2
Level: 3
Credit Points: 10
Incompatible Units
400140 - Introduction to Radiology, 400143 - Musculoskeletal Disorders of the Lower Extremity
Prerequisite
400933 Podiatry Pre-Clinical AND 400881 Functional Anatomy
Unit Enrolment Restrictions
Students must be enrolled in 4661 Bachelor of Health Science/Master of Podiatric Medicine, 4665 Master of Podiatric Medicine or 4666 Bachelor of Health Science (Honours)/Master of Podiatric Medicine.
About this Unit
This unit will introduce students to clinical and theoretical foundations of the musculoskeletal system conditions that will impact on the function of the lower extremity. Disease processes that affect the joint structure such as osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, arthropathies, gout, osteoporosis, osteomyelitis, systematic disorders and tumours will be covered. Advanced assessment evaluation will be taught that will include diagnostic techniques, eg. X-rays, ultrasound, magnetic resonance imaging and computer tomography. This will assist in the application and clinical interpretation of presenting disease processes in podiatric settings.