Pain and its Management
Subject 513-657 (2008)
Note: This is an archived Handbook entry from 2008.Search for this in the current handbook
| Credit Points: | 12.500 | ||||||||||||
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| Level: | Graduate/Postgraduate | ||||||||||||
| Dates & Locations: | This subject has the following teaching availabilities in 2008: Semester 2, - Taught on campus.
Timetable can be viewed here. For information about these dates, click here. | ||||||||||||
| Time Commitment: | Contact Hours: 1 x 2hr seminar per week - 24 hrs total Total Time Commitment: Not available | ||||||||||||
| Prerequisites: | None | ||||||||||||
| Corequisites: | None | ||||||||||||
| Recommended Background Knowledge: | None | ||||||||||||
| Non Allowed Subjects: | None | ||||||||||||
| Core Participation Requirements: |
For the purposes of considering request for Reasonable Adjustments under the Disability Standards for Education (Cwth 2005), and Student Support and Engagement Policy, academic requirements for this subject are articulated in the Subject Overview, Learning Outcomes, Assessment and Generic Skills sections of this entry. It is University policy to take all reasonable steps to minimise the impact of disability upon academic study, and reasonable adjustments will be made to enhance a student's participation in the University's programs. Students who feel their disability may impact on meeting the requirements of this subject are encouraged to discuss this matter with a Faculty Student Adviser and Student Equity and Disability Support: http://services.unimelb.edu.au/disability |
| Subject Overview: |
This subject will examine the neurophysiology of pain and how pain is managed in clinical practice. It will include the management of acute and chronic pain, neuropathic and neurogenic pain, from various perspectives. Evidence supporting a variety of interventions will be examined.
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| Assessment: | 1 hour Multiple choice exam mid semester 30%, 3500 word assignment due end of semester 70% |
| Prescribed Texts: | None |
| Breadth Options: | This subject is not available as a breadth subject. |
| Fees Information: | Subject EFTSL, Level, Discipline & Census Date |
| Generic Skills: |
The ability to critically reflect on practice The ability to appraise appropriate literature The opportunity to explore practice in a multidisciplinary manner |
| Notes: | A quota applies to this subject. |
| Related Course(s): |
Master of Physiotherapy (Cardiorespiratory Physiotherapy) Master of Physiotherapy (General) CW Master of Physiotherapy (Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy) Master of Physiotherapy (Neurological Physiotherapy) Master of Physiotherapy (Paediatric Physiotherapy) Master of Physiotherapy (Women's Health and Pelvic Floor Physiotherapy) Master of Physiotherapy(Sports Physiotherapy) |
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