| CODE | POD5051 | ||||||||
| TITLE | Theory of Orthotic and Prosthetic Science 2 | ||||||||
| UM LEVEL | 05 - Postgraduate Modular Diploma or Degree Course | ||||||||
| MQF LEVEL | 7 | ||||||||
| ECTS CREDITS | 5 | ||||||||
| DEPARTMENT | Podiatry | ||||||||
| DESCRIPTION | This study-unit continues to build on POD 5047, by introducing the students to new topics within orthotics and prosthetics. This study unit will cover, amongst others, the following topics: - Upper limb orthotics; - Spinal orthotics; - Upper limb prosthetics; - Prosthetics for hip and pelvic amputations. Study-Unit Aims: - develop a comprehensive understanding of the theory behind orthotic and prosthetic devices for the upper limbs, how they function and when they are used; - develop a comprehensive understanding of the theory behind orthotic devices used to support the spine or correct spinal deformities; - explore the principles behind the design and function of prosthetic devices for rare site amputations. Learning Outcomes: 1. Knowledge & Understanding: By the end of the study-unit the student will be able to: - comprehensively apply a patient-centred approach to the management of the upper limb amputee and persons with upper limb dysfunction; - master and critically analyse the principles of assessment of the upper limb and spine; - critically analyse and perfect the technical aspects required to become a competent and professional orthotics/prosthetics practitioner; - comprehensively research and explore the principles of design of upper limb prosthetic sockets; - comprehensively research and explore the use of sensors and transducers in upper limb prosthetic devices; - comprehensively research and explore the principles of design of upper limb orthotic devices; - critically explore and augment the different materials and components that are used to fabricate upper limb prostheses and orthoses; - systematically correlate the function of upper limb orthotic/prosthetic devices to biomechanical principles; - methodically evaluate spinal deformities and the function of spinal orthoses; - systematically correlate the biomechanics of the spine to the design of spinal orthoses; - critically explore the different designs and functions of various spinal orthoses; - comprehensively discern the principles and functions of prosthetic devices for rare site amputations. 2. Skills: By the end of the study-unit the student will be able to: - set functional and achievable goals for upper limb amputees who opt for the use of an upper limb prosthesis; - assess a spinal deformity and design the most appropriate spinal orthosis to correct or control a deformity; - apply theoretical knowledge of spinal biomechanics to discern and choose the most appropriate materials for the fabrication of spinal orthoses; - design the most appropriate prosthetic socket for an upper limb amputee; - discern and choose the most appropriate components to fabricate an upper limb prosthesis for a specific patient, based on the patient assessment; - design the most appropriate orthotic device for a person with upper limb dysfunction; - discern and choose the most appropriate materials and components to fabricate an upper limb orthosis, based on the assessment of the patient's biomechanical and medical needs; - comprehensively design a prosthetic socket for hip disarticulation and transpelvic amputation. Main Text/s and any supplementary readings: - J. Webster & D. Murphy (2018) Atlas of Orthoses and Assistive Devices, 5th Edition (In UoM library) - M.M. Lusardi, M. Jorge & C.C. Nielsen (2013) Orthotics & Prosthetics in Rehabilitation (Not yet in UoM library) - D.G. Smith, J.W. Michaels, J.H. Bowker (2004) Atlas of Amputations and Limb Deficiencies : Surgical, Prosthetic, and Rehabilitation Principles (not in UoM library yet) |
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| ADDITIONAL NOTES | Pre-requisite Qualifications: First degree with minimum 2nd class honours in a medical or health care subject | ||||||||
| STUDY-UNIT TYPE | Lecture, Independent Study & Tutorial | ||||||||
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| LECTURER/S | James Ashworth Beaumont Jesmond Attard (Co-ord.) |
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The availability of optional units may be subject to timetabling constraints. Units not attracting a sufficient number of registrations may be withdrawn without notice. It should be noted that all the information in the description above applies to study-units available during the academic year 2025/6. It may be subject to change in subsequent years. |
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