Note: This is an archived Handbook entry from 2011.
| Subject Overview: |
This subject builds on the post-graduate students' existing clinical reasoning skills and manual skills in examination and physiotherapy management of common coniditions affecting the neuro-musculoskeletal system in conjunction with the analysis of movement of sports injuries. Students will explore selected mechanisms of injury and disease affecting the neuro-musculo-skeletal system, the resulting pathokinematics, and the anatomical rationale for clinical tests used in differential diagnosis. |
| Objectives: |
On completion of this subject, students will have had the opportunity to develop:
- Enhanced verbal and non-verbal communication skills
- Advanced theoretical knowledge and understanding of conditions affecting the neuro-musculo-skeletal system
- A deeper understanding of the basic sciences and their integration with musculoskeletal and sports physiotherapy practice
- A systematic and integrated approach to assessment of musculoskeletal and sports physiotherapy at an advanced level
- Advanced skills to perform an appropriate subjective and physical examination, with development of suitable analytical skills to evaluate data obtained
- Advanced knowledge of the anatomical rationale for the clinical tests used in differential diagnosis
- The ability to select optimal treatment options based on the best evidence and available resources
- Proficiency in implementing and critically evaluating musculoskeletal and sports physiotherapy clinical management plans from the acute phase through to full rehabilitation of the patient
- Advanced knowledge and expertise in the application of therapeutic skills in the prevention, management and rehabilitation of musculoskeletal and sports injuries
- Practice that is based on risk management strategies acknowledging the importance of safety at all times
- An appreciation of the limitations of sports and musculoskeletal physiotherapy
- Knowledge of the role of other health care professionals involved in patient care
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| Assessment: |
- One written assignment - 2000 words (30%) at end of semester 1
- Student tutorial presentation 20 mins (25%) and annotated bibliography (15%) in the last weeks of semester 1
- One written paper (up to 2 hour) (20%) at the end of semester 1
- Anatomy quizzes throughout semester (10%)
- Practical skills evaluation trhoughout semester 1 (pass/fail) [Hurdle requirement]
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| Prescribed Texts: | None |
| Recommended Texts: |
A list of recommended texts will be discussed at the commencement of the semester. |
| Breadth Options: | This subject is not available as a breadth subject. |
| Fees Information: | Subject EFTSL, Level, Discipline & Census Date |
| Generic Skills: |
On completion of this subject, students will have developed the following generic skills:
- Advanced skills to enable effective and appropriate communication
- The ability to source, evaluate and synthesize the latest research and evidence
- Proficiency in record keeping skills
- The capacity to lead small teams and work collaboratively
- The ability to utilize new technologies and to present their work effectively
- Effective management of competing demands on time
- Sensitivity and respect for the social and cultural diversity of individuals, organisations and the communities in which they work
- The ability to work independently as a practiitioner and also as a member of the health team
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