Clinical Podiatry Practice 400B

Undergraduate | 2026

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Area/Catalogue
PODI 4002
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Course ID
204549
Level of study
Level of study
Undergraduate
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Unit value
6
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Course level
4
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Inbound study abroad and exchange
Inbound study abroad and exchange
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No
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Single course enrolment
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Course data is interim and subject to change

Course overview

In this course, students will develop advanced student skills in the assessment and management of biomechanical problems, including fabrication of a range of rigid and semi-rigid foot orthoses and treatment options for injury management. History taking: key clinical indicators in the management of complex patients, examination techniques in adults, children and special needs groups; biomechanical assessment tests and techniques; diagnosis and anatomical identification; diagnostic x-ray and ultrasound prescription. Measurement techniques: gait analysis, use of measurement tools, prescription interpretation and analysis. Treatment prescription and injury management; exercise prescription, therapeutic ultrasound massage gait training, orthotic therapy; evaluation of the negative and positive cast; impression techniques: techniques of semi- and non-weightbearing casting, use of impression materials and plaster; manufacturing technique - cast modification, use of electrical equipment, equipment safety, thermoplastics manufacture, heel posting techniques. Ordering and evaluation of laboratory made orthoses: completion of prescription forms; modification and trouble-shooting; manufacture of moulded insoles, triplane wedges, other in-shoe modifications; problem solving and intervention techniques; education techniques and resources in orthoses development.

Course learning outcomes

  • Undertake safe and appropriate biomechanical assessment, diagnosis and treatment planning of patients across the lifespan.
  • Prescribe, critique and troubleshoot a range of orthotic devices for the treatment of lower limb conditions.
  • Demonstrate knowledge of the range of materials and techniques available in the manufacture of orthoses.
  • Discuss multidisciplinary management and appropriate referral to other health practitioners of the patient.
  • Recognise the role and function of different orthotic designs, their indications and contra-indications and locate and utilise information relating to developments in orthoses manufacturing theory and practice.
  • Identify potential clinical contraindications and devise alternative strategies of management to solve complex clinical presentations.
  • Present information accurately and appropriately to patients, staff and students both in written and verbal forms.

Prerequisite(s)

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Corequisite(s)

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Antirequisite(s)

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