POD5102 Neurological podiatry

When you finish this unit, you should be able to:

1. 1

   Describe the normal anatomy and function of the neurological system and how it changes across the life span;

2. 2

   Critically evaluate the risk factors, clinical features and pathological processes of a range of neurological disorders in the lower limb;

3. 3

   Demonstrate relevant neurological and age specific assessments of the lower limb;

4. 4

   Demonstrate beginner level competency in podiatric assessments and gait analyses in clients with neurological conditions in the lower limb;

5. 5

   Request necessary and appropriate diagnostic tests, such as pathology and medical imaging investigations.

6. 6

   Synthesise person centered  short- and long-term management goals, taking into consideration client preferences and reported outcomes for a range of neurological conditions across the lifespan;

7. 7

   Provide comprehensive verbal and written communication with clients and to other health professionals to optimize client-centred care and interprofessional management;

8. 8

   Prescribe management options focused on reducing lower limb deterioration relating to neurological conditions, including pharmacological therapies, motivational interviewing,  exercise and  orthomechanical therapies;

9. 9

   Appraise the principles of inclusive podiatry practice and apply it within the disability landscape;

10. 10

    Demonstrate beginner level medical history taking, and medico-legal documentation of the goals and management of a client in a podiatric clinical setting;

11. 11

    Implement evidence-based practice in the management of the client with neurological conditions.