Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy Theory and Management

Course aim

The aim of this course is to further advance students knowledge and skills in patient examination and evidence based management of musculoskeletal disorders and to develop their skills in literature review, scientific writing and seminar presentation.

Course content

Biomedical, biopsychosocial, surgical and physiotherapy theory and practice.

Textbook(s)

Nil

Prerequisite(s)

Common to all relevant programs
Subject Area & Catalogue Number	Course Name
REHB 5060	Rehabilitation of Movement
REHB 5055	Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy Theory and Examination
REHB 5057	Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy Theory and Practice

Corequisite(s)

Nil

Teaching method

Component	Duration
INTERNAL, CITY EAST
Lecture	1.5 hours x 1 week
Practical	4 hours x 8 weeks
Seminar	4 hours x 9 weeks
Clinical	12 hours x 7.66 weeks

Note: These components may or may not be scheduled in every study period. Please refer to the timetable for further details.

Assessment

Clinical essay and seminar presentations, Clinical examination, Clinical supervisor report, Practical skills examination

Fees

EFTSL*: 0.125
Commonwealth Supported program (Band 2)
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Fee-paying program for domestic and international students
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* Equivalent Full Time Study Load. Please note: all EFTSL values are published and calculated at ten decimal places. Values are displayed to three decimal places for ease of interpretation.