Training Programme in GAIT Analysis
Target Group
Physiotherapist holding degree on BPT/ MPT, Orthotist and Prosthetist holding Diploma or degree on Orthosis and Prosthesis, Doctoral students/ Research Scholars pursuing research in the area of Gait/ Biomechanics, Any medical practitioners/ Clinicians.
Training Structure
The course will be conducted for 3 months. The training programme aligns with the level 6 of the NSQF and the Qualification Code is CLRI/TPGA/Q53.
Training Cost
The training fee for the course will be Rs.60,000/-.
Placement
The candidates who successfully complete the training are likely to become startup entrepreneurs.
Course will be conducted at: Chennai.
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Course Content |
| 1. |
ANATOMY OF HUMAN FOOT
a) Basic anatomical terms
b) Lower limb - bones, muscles, nerves and fascia, their functions in structural stability (static & dynamic); Science in Shoe Design.
c) Movements in lower limbs and Muscles responsible for it
d) Growth of foot from infancy to maturity; Arches of foot; Science in shoe design.
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PRINCIPLES OF BIO MECHANICS
a) Reference planes of motion; Kinematics; Limb Movements; Motion of Joints.
b) Kinetics; Force; Momentum; Inertia; Pressure; Torque; Work, Power and Energy.
c) Free body diagram, analysis - biomechanics of walking, running.
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BASICS OF GAIT
a) Terminology used in Gait; Gait Parameters Definition; Phases of Gait cycle.
b) Kinetics and Kinematics of Gait: Balance and Posture; Ground Reaction Force.
c) Energy requirements; Energy consumption.
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| 4. |
PATHOLOGIC GAIT ABNORMALITIES
a) Abnormal walking base; Abnormalities due to pain.
b) Abnormalities due to muscle weakness.
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GAIT ANALYSIS TECHNIQUE
a) Visual/observational gait analysis; 2D video analysis; 3D video analysis.
b) Inertial sensors; Electro goniometers; Force platforms; Wearable sensors.
c) Pressure platforms; Electromyography.
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Practical Session & Soft Skills
a) Personality Development, Communication, Motivation, Time Management.
b) Entrepreneurship Development (Importance on entrepreneurship, Strategy and entrepreneurship, Managing global leather markets, Market forecast.
c) Industrial Training and Project Work.
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