MSK Foot & Ankle Management

Course in MSK Foot & Ankle Management

Advancing Knowledge, Enhancing Clinical Skills, Preserving Mobility

Course Overview

The Course in MSK Foot & Ankle Management is a professional, practice-oriented program designed to provide comprehensive training in the assessment and management of musculoskeletal (MSK) conditions of the foot and ankle. It equips healthcare professionals with the theoretical foundation, clinical skills, and decision-making abilities needed to effectively diagnose, treat, and rehabilitate patients with foot and ankle disorders.

The course covers:

  • Functional anatomy and biomechanics of the foot & ankle

  • Clinical assessment techniques, including gait analysis and physical examination

  • Common MSK disorders (plantar fasciitis, Achilles tendinopathy, flatfoot, cavus foot, ankle instability, hallux valgus, stress fractures)

  • Imaging in foot & ankle MSK care (X-ray, ultrasound, MRI)

  • Conservative management, exercise therapy, orthoses, and footwear modifications

  • Rehabilitation and physiotherapy strategies for restoring function and mobility

  • Red flags and referral pathways for surgical intervention

  • Case-based learning for clinical application

Course Objectives

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

  • Understand functional anatomy and biomechanics of the foot and ankle

  • Perform comprehensive MSK foot & ankle examinations

  • Identify and diagnose common MSK disorders

  • Interpret imaging studies to support clinical decision-making

  • Apply conservative treatment strategies, including orthoses, exercise therapy, and footwear adjustments

  • Develop individualized rehabilitation programs to enhance recovery and mobility

  • Counsel patients on injury prevention and lifestyle modifications

  • Recognize conditions requiring surgical referral and collaborate effectively with surgical teams

  • Integrate MSK care within a multidisciplinary approach

Who Should Attend?

  • Physicians (general practitioners, sports medicine, orthopedics)

  • Podiatrists and foot/ankle specialists

  • Physiotherapists and rehabilitation experts

  • Orthopedic surgeons and trainees

  • Nurses and allied healthcare professionals involved in MSK care

  • Public health professionals with an interest in mobility and musculoskeletal health

Learning Outcomes

Participants will emerge with:

  • Stronger clinical competence in diagnosing and managing foot & ankle MSK conditions

  • Practical skills in gait analysis, orthotic prescription, and rehabilitation planning

  • Ability to deliver conservative and preventive care to reduce disability and improve patient mobility

  • Recognition as trained professionals in comprehensive MSK foot & ankle management

✨ This course empowers healthcare providers to restore mobility, prevent disability, and improve quality of life — strengthening musculoskeletal care capacity in Pakistan.

Dates to be announced soon