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Levin and O'Neil'sThe Diabetic Foot.(2008) 7th edition Mosby

In addition to standard library and IT facilities; the students in this module will require:
Anatomical models
Presentation tools - (computer facilities)
Clinical Facilities - couches, biomechanical measuring devices. Gait analysis equipment.

Scheduled Learning and Teaching Activities: (24)
8 hours Seminar style
4 hours Lecture
4 hours Task based activity
8 hours Workshop

All the above hours will be based in the Biomechanics Laboratory

Guided Independent Study Hours: (276)
10 hours Pre module Preparation
126 hours Reading and research
64 hours Distance Learning
76 hours Assessment preparation

All pre course reading materials, course documentation and power point presentations delivered during contact day will be available through blackboard. It will be necessary for students to engage fully in the Blackboard activities and tasks and they are encouraged to participate in the discussion forums within blackboard to enhance the teaching / learning experience.

6 weeks of 8 hours learning pre contact and 16 hours post contact

Overview of the endocrine system
The Anatomy and biochemistry of the pancreas.
The types of diabetes and their aetiology.
The public health and epidemiology of diabetes.
The physiology and pathology of Diabetes.
The complications of Diabetes.
Neurological and vascular anatomy of the lower limb attention to neuritis and neuropathy and vascular disease.
Human movement in particular lower limb function.
Diabetes and its interactions
Tissue stress and tissue viability.
Ulceration causes and management
Footwear in diabetes.
Surgical issues and diabetes.
The mechanical aspects of diabetes and its complications eg Charcot foot
Management of the diabetic foot

Assessment will be By portfolio (100%) 6000 words
Based on the following tasks:-

Task 1 Los 1-5

From your clinical experience, your own local knowledge and any sources of information such as research and clinical audit critically analyse the provision of care for those people suffering from diabetes and its complications. With emphasis on those patients suffering lower limb complications

Task 2 Los 1-5

Reflect on the differing types of diabetes and how they affect the lower limb function.

Task 3 Los 1-5

Select two case histories from your clinical experience and detail the management of both the disease process and the complication of diabetes.

Task 4 Los 1-5

Reflect on the application of the principles of biomechanical assessment and treatment regimes to the diabetic patient and specific complications and their effectiveness

Additional Assessment Details (include formative feedback / assessment):
There will be an assignment to make a presentation which will not be marked but will offer the opportunity for constructive feedback from tutors before embarking on the marked assignment

First degree or equivalent Diploma and minimum of 3 years HCPC registration or equivalent.