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This course includes instruction in
Pedorthic Fundamentals, Shoe fitting, Shoe Construction & Modification,
Basic Anatomy, Biomechanics, Pathology, Medical Terminology,
Prefabricated Foot Orthoses & Retail Shoe Business & Management. Classes
meet 8 am to 5 pm, M-F and must be completed before proceeding to Level
2. Final examination is required.
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Module |
Description |
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Pedorthic Fundamentals |
During
this module, the student will discuss
specifics on required books / CD's and their content. Study requirements
for the course are also discussed. The history of pedorthics is explored
as well as the trade and certification organizations. Exam specifics and
requirements are discussed for both certifying agencies. Domains of
practice are defined. PowerPoint Lecture. Quiz. |
| Medical
Terminology |
During
this module, the student will define medical
terminology as it relates to pedorthics. Cardinal planes, movement and
tri-plane motions are defined. General terms used in conjunction with
shoes and foot pathologies are defined. PowerPoint Lecture. Lab. Quiz. |
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| Foot
and Ankle Anatomy |
During
this module, the student will learn basic
terms as they relate to foot anatomy as well as explore bones, muscles,
joints and ligaments in the lower leg, foot and ankle. PowerPoint
Lecture. Lab. Quiz. |
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Biomechanics |
During
this module, the student will develop an understanding of basic
biomechanics as it relates to foot and leg function, including planes of
motion, phases and events of gait, foot joint motions and positions, and
ideal foot function. This will include exploration of the Cardinal
planes, Motions and positions in the Cardinal planes, phases and events
of normal and abnormal gait, gait analysis methods, normal gait,
pathological gait and assistive devices.
PowerPoint Lecture. Lab. Quiz. |
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| Common
Foot Pathologies |
During
this module, the student will explore 30 common and not so common foot
pathologies in a question and answer format including Definition,
Alternate Names, Etiology (Cause), Epidemiology (Incidence), Symptoms
and Effects on gait. PowerPoint Lecture. Lab.
Quiz. |
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| Shoe
Construction / Anatomy |
During
this module, the student will develop an understanding of shoe anatomy,
shoe construction, shoe component design properties, shoe modification,
and effects of modifications. PowerPoint
Lecture. Lab. Quiz. |
| Shoe
Measurement and Fitting |
During
this module, the student will develop an understanding of goals and
techniques for measuring feet and demonstrate the ability to properly
fit shoes. PowerPoint Lecture. Lab. Quiz. |
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Prefabricated Foot Orthotics |
During
this module, the student will learn the proper techniques used in order
to fit over-the-counter foot orthoses, including the differences and
benefits of ¾-length vs. full-length foot orthotics, differences and
benefits among rigid, semi-rigid, accommodative foot orthotics,
selection and fitting of appropriate devices and the basics of foot
orthoses modifying techniques for better fit and comfort.
PowerPoint Lecture. Lab. Quiz. |
| Retail
Management |
During
this module, the student will develop an understanding of basic retail
shoe and business management. This will include exploration of Basic
Management Skills, Inventory Management, Point of sale data and Medicare
laws pertaining to Pedorthics. PowerPoint
Lecture. Lab. Quiz. |
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