Clinical Anatomy

Subject PHTY90016 (2015)

Note: This is an archived Handbook entry from 2015.

Credit Points: 12.5
Level: 9 (Graduate/Postgraduate)
Dates & Locations:

This subject has the following teaching availabilities in 2015:

Semester 1, Parkville - Taught on campus.
Pre-teaching Period Start not applicable
Teaching Period 02-Mar-2015 to 31-May-2015
Assessment Period End 26-Jun-2015
Last date to Self-Enrol 13-Mar-2015
Census Date 31-Mar-2015
Last date to Withdraw without fail 08-May-2015


Timetable can be viewed here. For information about these dates, click here.
Time Commitment: Contact Hours: 36 hours contact (24 hours applied anatomy, 12 hours anatomy), problem-based learning and practical sessions/wet workshops
Total Time Commitment:

170 hours
Prerequisites:

None
Corequisites:

None
Recommended Background Knowledge:

None
Non Allowed Subjects:

This subject is only available to postgraduate Physiotherapy students
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

Subject Overview:

This subject is an advanced study of the structure and function of the neuro-musculo-skeletal system in the body in healthy subjects. Students will demonstrate advanced knowledge of anatomy including the ability to identify exposed anatomical structures and their important relations, and of the relationship between structure and function. The syllabus will enhance their ability to apply knowledge of normal structure and function to the practice of physiotherapy. As part of this process students will explore selected mechanisms of injury and disease, the resulting pathokinesiology, and the anatomical rationale for clinical tests used in differential diagnosis.
Learning Outcomes:

• Provide sound knowledge of the anatomy of the neuro-musculo-skeletal system

• Promote advanced understanding of the relationship between structure and function of the neuro-musculo-skeletal system of healthy subjects

• Develop the ability to analyse mechanisms underlying selected musculoskeletal conditions resulting from injury or disease processes in the body

• Provide advanced understanding of the anatomy/applied anatomy basis for clinical tests of musculoskeletal structures.
Assessment:

Clinical Anatomy Case Critiques (30%)

Discussions Forums/Debates (20%)

Written Exam (50%)

Students will also be asked to submit a Clinical Anatomy Folio
Prescribed Texts:

Moore KL., (2013) Clinically Orientated Anatomy (7th ed) Baltimore: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins

Rohen, J., Yokochi, C., Lutjen-Drecoll, E., Color Atlas of Anatomy: A Photographic Study of the Human Body (Current Edition) Baltimore: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins
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:

  • An appreciation of the team approach to learning in complex areas
  • The ability to critically evaluate research literature
  • An appreciation of the importance of, and development of, good written and presentation skills to aid group learning

The objectives of this subject are to:

  • Provide sound knowledge of the anatomy of the neuro-musculo-skeletal system
  • Promote advanced understanding of the relationship between structure and function of the neuro-musculo-skeletal system of healthy subjects
  • Develop the ability to analyse mechanisms underlying selected musculoskeletal conditions resulting from injury or disease processes in the body
  • Provide advanced understanding of the anatomy/applied anatomy basis for clinical tests of musculoskeletal structures.
  • Provide an appreciation of the team approach to learning in complex areas
  • The ability to critically evaluate research literature
  • An appreciation of the importance of, and development of, good written and presentation skills to aid group learning.
Links to further information: http://www.physioth.unimelb.edu.au/programs/pgrad/index.html
Related Course(s): Doctor of Clinical Physiotherapy
Master of Physiotherapy
Master of Physiotherapy (Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy)

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