Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy A
Subject PHTY90084 (2014)
Note: This is an archived Handbook entry from 2014.
Credit Points: | 12.50 |
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Level: | 9 (Graduate/Postgraduate) |
Dates & Locations: | This subject is not offered in 2014. |
Time Commitment: | Contact Hours: 36 Hours Total Time Commitment: 72 Hours |
Prerequisites: | None |
Corequisites: | None |
Recommended Background Knowledge: |
Undergraduate Degree in Physiotherapy together with clinical experience in musculoskeletal physiotherapy |
Non Allowed Subjects: | None |
Core Participation Requirements: | None |
Contact
Physiotherapy
Melbourne School of Health Sciences
The University of Melbourne
Alan Gilbert Building, Level 7, 161 Barry St
Carlton Victoria 3010 AUSTRALIA
T: +61 3 8344 4171
F: +61 3 8344 4188
E: physio-enquiries@unimelb.edu.au
W: www.physioth.unimelb.edu.au Guy Zito
Subject Overview: |
This subject builds on the postgraduate students' existing theoretical and clinical knowledge as it aims to equip them with skills required to work clinically at an advanced level. Topics covered include clinical reasoning theories, assessment and management of neuro-musculo-skeletal conditions, classification of disorders, mechanisms of injury and the resulting pathokinematics, clinical tests used in differential diagnosis, the evidence base for physiotherapy interventions, evaluation of treatment outcomes as well exercise prescription and self-management programs. Students will also have the opportunity to refine their manual skills including soft tissue techniques, mobilization and high velocity thrust techniques for spinal and peripheral disorders.
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Learning Outcomes: |
The objectives of this subject are to provide:
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Assessment: |
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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:
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Related Course(s): |
Master of Physiotherapy Master of Physiotherapy (Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy) |
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