Introduction
These teaching modules are for qualified physios to teach in communities who cannot access professional physio services. We do not replace such a service, but instead provide the basic skill set to promote healing, increase movement and function, independence and safety.
LMIC rehab needs
The amputee module has been designed by a specialist amputation rehabilitation physiotherapist. As with other DevelopingPhysio modules, considerable emphasis is placed on images to encourage understanding, thereby reducing the need for literacy and translations. Each image is captioned to allow for its translation (and see below).
Who is this for?
This module is designed for appointed community workers (who, as students, do not require any medical background). Tests are included to allow the teaching physio to check their student's understanding and progress. Eventually, the trained community worker is able to assess, diagnose and treat patients within their community.
Using the module
Library
Part one
The first section is in the form of a library, that provides specific information on relevant Anatomy, Physiology and Pathology
This is followed by a Clinical guide which introduces the Objective assessment in an intuitive way to help the teaching physio demonstrate how clinical reasoning works and how a diagnosis will be made. Finally, Outcome measures determine the ongoing improvement of the patient.
S.O.A.P
Part two
This section introduces the logic of SOAP
(Subjective, Objective,
Analysis & Plan)
Within this framework, the Objective section provides an intuitive picture flow sequence to
prompt the user through the critical tests that determine
the diagnosis of the patient, which in turn leads to their recommended
Treatment.
S.O.A.P notes
Patient treatment notes
Patient notes are a legal requirement and very important to maintain correctly. They follow the S.O.A.P. protocol and a quick explanation of this is provided
Exam
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Exam
We recommend an exam after the teaching to assess whether the student is safe to assess, diagnose and treat patients.
Pre/post learning checks
Before teaching begins, this preliminary check is taken by the student to ascertain any background knowledge. This test is repeated after their exam stage, to indicate improvement and grow confidence.
Resources
The module finishes with a resources section where teachers and students can find further reading, learning games and students tests
Your feedback is vital in helping us refine the module for the benefit of all users, so please dont hesitate to give us your thoughts!
General information
Printing
All pages of the module can be printed, (in any language) although we strongly recommend online use wherever possible!
Red flag
This 'red flag' icon indicates "See a doctor!" Where no doctor exists, then please take any practical medical alternative action possible.
Translation
For translation needs, Google Chrome is the recommended browser, since it provides the simplest means to convert text into another language (simply right-click on any page). However, as it can only work with internet connected, we are keeping an eye on Firefox who are developing an offline translation service.
App and offline use
To use this module without internet connection, click the small download button at the top right of your screen (whilst online). You will then be taken through a very quick app installation process so that an icon can then be installed on the homescreen of your device. Pages you visit whilst online are then cached (automatically stored) and any updates to the module will automatically occur when you are next online.
