With this qualification, handle the most advanced techniques to explore the different structures of the plantar face and effectively detect a lesion”

Tendinopathies in the ankles, plantar fascia pain or nerve entrapments of the foot can be treated with the  maximum efficiency from a physiotherapeutic point of view thanks to the emergence of state-of-the-art ultrasound techniques In this regard, the benefits brought in terms of real time and objective evaluation of the injured tissue to optimize the rehabilitation program of the pathologies have led to the use of musculoskeletal ultrasound has become increasingly common in clinics. Because of this, physiotherapists who are highly skilled in its use are, nowadays, in great demand by these centers to offer first class services to their patients. 

In view of this circumstance, this academic institution has designed this Postgraduate diploma, through which the student will expand their knowledge in the use of the most updated ultrasound devices to treat foot and ankle pathologies and, therefore, will develop avant-garde competencies that will favor their professional growth.  During 6 months of intensive learning, you will adopt the most efficient techniques to undertake the exploration of the different faces of the ankle or detect the existing lesions on the different faces of the plantar fascia. You will also increase your skills in the detection of ailments in the forefoot.

Thanks to the 100% online methodology characteristic of this program, the student will be able to manage their own study time as they wish in order to achieve fully effective learning.  In addition, this program is taught by the best specialists in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation and Physiotherapy, who will provide the contents with greater applicability in their daily professional work.

At the conclusion of this academic program, you will be able to identify and treat ligamentous ailments in the ankles”

This Postgraduate diploma in Musculoskeletal Ultrasound in Foot and Ankle Physiotherapy contains the most complete and up-to-date scientific program on the market. The most important features include:

• The development of practical case studies presented by experts in Physical Rehabilitation Medicine and Physiotherapy 
• The graphic, schematic, and practical contents with which they are created, provide scientific and practical information on the disciplines that are essential for professional practice
• Practical exercises where the process of self-assessment can be used to improve learning 
• Its special emphasis on innovative methodologies  
• Theoretical lessons, questions to the expert, debate forums on controversial topics, and individual reflection assignments 
• Content that is accessible from any fixed or portable device with an Internet connection 

This program has a relearning system system that will allow you to learn at your own pace, adapting your study to your own academic needs”

The program’s teaching staff includes professionals from the sector who contribute their work experience , to this educational program, as well as renowned specialists from leading societies and prestigious universities.  

The multimedia content, developed with the latest educational technology, will provide the professional with situated and contextual learning, i.e., a simulated environment that will provide immersive education programmed to learn in real situations.  

This program’s design focuses on Problem-Based Learning, through which the professional must try to solve the different professional practice situations that arise during the academic program. For this purpose, the students will be assisted by an innovative interactive video system created by renowned and experienced experts.   

Offer your patients the best services in the treatment of foot and ankle injuries thanks to the knowledge acquired in this Postgraduate diploma"

Combine your professional and private life with an excellent learning by means of this Postgraduate diploma offered by TECH"

The syllabus of this program is made up of 4 modules with which the student will significantly increase their knowledge in the field of the use of musculoskeletal ultrasound for the diagnosis and treatment of foot and ankle pathologies. Likewise, the didactic materials that the student will access throughout this program are available in different formats such as the complementary readings or the explanatory video.  With this, added to its 100% online methodology, TECH's intention is to favor a learning process that is completely adapted to the personal and academic circumstances of each student.  

Enjoy comfortable and effective learning thanks to the didactic resources present in formats such as the interactive summary or the video offered by this program” 

Module 1. Basic Ultrasound 

1.1. Basic Ultrasound I

1.1.1. General Aspects of Musculoskeletal
1.1.2. Physical Bases of Ultrasound. Piezoelectric Effect

1.2. Basic Ultrasound II

1.2.1. Knowledge of the Equipment
1.2.2. Equipment Management: Parameters
1.2.3. Technological Improvements

1.3. Basic Ultrasound III

1.3.1. Artifacts in Ultrasound
1.3.2. Foreign Bodies
1.3.3. Types of Images and Different Tissue Patterns in Ultrasound
1.3.4. Dynamic Maneuvers
1.3.5. Advantages and Disadvantages of Ultrasound

Module 2. Ultrasound of the Lower Limb: Ankle 

2.1. Normal Sonoanatomy of the Ankle

2.1.1. Examination of the Anterior Aspect Structures
2.1.2. Examination of the Lateral Aspect Structures
2.1.3. Examination of the Medial Aspect Structures
2.1.4. Examination of the Posterior Aspect Structures

2.2. Pathology of the Ankle

2.2.1. Most Common Tendon Pathology
2.2.2. Most Common Ligament Pathology
2.2.3. Other Ankle Joint Pathologies

2.3. Dynamic Tests on the Ankle

Module 3. Ultrasound of the Lower Limb: Foot

3.1. Normal Sonoanatomy of the Foot

3.1.1. Examination of the Dorsal Aspect Structures
3.1.2. Examination of the Plantar Aspect Structures

3.1.2.1. Plantar Fascia
3.1.2.2. 1st Layer
3.1.2.3. 2nd Layer
3.1.2.4. 3rd Layer
3.1.2.5. 4th Layer

3.2. Pathology of the Foot

3.2.1. Most Common Pathology of the Foot

3.3. Dynamic Tests on the Foot

Module 4. Ultrasound of the Lower Limb: Forefoot

4.1 Normal Sonoanatomy of the Forefoot

4.1.1. Examination of the Dorsal Aspect Structures
4.1.2. Examination of the Plantar Aspect Structures

4.2. Forefoot Pathology

4.2.1. Most Common Pathology of the Forefoot

4.3. Dynamic Tests on the Foot

Study this Postgraduate diploma to access the most updated teaching materials on the market in Musculoskeletal Ultrasound in Foot and Ankle Physiotherapy”