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Lower Limb Prosthetics

Study Course Description

Course Description Statuss:Approved
Course Description Version:1.00
Study Course Accepted:14.04.2023 08:41:41
Study Course Information
Course Code:REK_256LQF level:Level 6
Credit Points:8.00ECTS:12.00
Branch of Science:Clinical Medicine; Health CareTarget Audience:Medical Technologies; Medical Services
Study Course Supervisor
Course Supervisor:Viesturs Drunks
Study Course Implementer
Structural Unit:Department of Rehabilitation
The Head of Structural Unit:
Contacts:Riga, 26a Anninmuizas boulevard, rkatrsu[pnkts]lv, +371 20271291
Study Course Planning
Full-Time - Semester No.1
Lectures (count)10Lecture Length (academic hours)2Total Contact Hours of Lectures20
Classes (count)18Class Length (academic hours)6Total Contact Hours of Classes108
Total Contact Hours128
Study course description
Preliminary Knowledge:
Prior knowledge of anatomy, physiology and biomechanics (with in-depth gait analysis) is required.
Objective:
To learn basic skills in the application of lower limb prosthetic principles. To summarise the theoretical knowledge of lower limb prosthetics, prosthesis classification, construction, application. To acquire practical skills in lower limb prosthetics: work with the patient, examination, assessment, measurement. To learn about the technologies used in prosthetics: modelling of moulds and moulding, prosthesis construction, static and dynamic adjustment, training in the use of prostheses.
Topic Layout (Full-Time)
No.TopicType of ImplementationNumberVenue
1ISO classification. Classification of lower limb prostheses.Lectures1.00auditorium
2Principles, methods, technologies, materials used in toe, partial foot, foot prosthesis.Lectures1.00auditorium
3Prosthetics for ankle amputations. Technologies, materials, principles.Lectures1.00auditorium
4Prosthetics for lower leg amputations. Technologies, principles, materials.Lectures1.00auditorium
5Prosthetics for amputations of the knee joint level. Materials, methods, technologies to be used.Lectures1.00auditorium
6Prosthetic options for femoral amputations. Types of prostheses, technologies, methods, materials to be used.Lectures1.00auditorium
7Hip prosthetic options. Materials, technologies, principles.Lectures1.00auditorium
8Specifics of prosthetics at an early age. Gait training using lower limb prostheses.Lectures1.00auditorium
9BiomechanicsLectures2.00auditorium
10ISO classification, different types of the lower limbs prosthesisClasses1.00clinical base
11Preparing the patient for prosthetics.Classes1.00clinical base
12Prosthetic options for partial foot amputations.Classes1.00clinical base
13Prosthetics in ankle amputation level.Classes1.00clinical base
14Prosthetic options for transtibial amputations.Classes3.00clinical base
15Prosthetics for exarticulation amputations of the knee joint.Classes1.00clinical base
16Prosthetics for femoral amputations.Classes4.00clinical base
17Prosthetic options for hip joint amputations.Classes1.00clinical base
18Specifics of prosthetics at an early age.Classes1.00clinical base
19Gait training using lower limb prostheses.Classes1.00clinical base
20Assessment of functioning in patients after lower limb amputationClasses2.00clinical base
21ExamClasses1.00clinical base
Assessment
Unaided Work:
The student carries out in-depth literature research in the library, working independently.
Assessment Criteria:
Active participation in the practical classes. Practical activity in the practical classes. Exam.
Final Examination (Full-Time):Exam (Written)
Final Examination (Part-Time):
Learning Outcomes
Knowledge:As a result of successful completion of the study course, students will be able to apply basic knowledge in prosthetics of the lower limbs according to various production technologies.
Skills:To differentiate between different types of lower limb prostheses, manufacturing technologies thereof. To evaluate patients and choose the appropriate type of prosthetics and the application of technologies, explain the peculiarities of gait when using lower limb prostheses.
Competencies:As a result of successful completion of the study course, students will be able to independently use the acquired knowledge in the use of various types and technologies of lower limb prosthetics, gait training.
Bibliography
No.Reference
Required Reading
1Atlas of amputations and limb deficiencees: Surgical, prosthetic and rehabilitation principles by Douglas G., M.D. Smith(Editor), John W. Michael, John H., M.D.Bowker, American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons. 2018.
2Orthotics and Prosthetics in Rehabilitation by Michelle M. Lusardi, Caroline C. Nielsen Butterworth-Heimann; 2020.
3Seymor, Ron, Prosthetics and orthotics: Lower limb and spinal/philadelphia: 2002. (akceptējams izdevums)
4Edelstein, Joan E. Lower limb prosthetics and orthotics: clinical concepts/Thorofare, NJ: 2010. (akceptējams izdevums)
Other Information Sources
1http://www.oandp.com
2http;//www.ispoint.org