Physiotherapy Studies 200

Course aim

To develop knowledge of musculoskeletal conditions requiring physiotherapy input, and assessment and management skills for selected conditions across the lifespan.

Course content

Theory, assessment and management techniques for selected musculoskeletal conditions across the lifespan, Principles and techniques related to infection control and informed consent, and application of principles to practice. Theory and safe and professional use of electrophysical agents.

Textbook(s)

Robertson, V, Ward, A, Low, J & Reed, A 2006, Electrotherapy explained: principles and practice, 4th, Butterworth Heinemann Elsevier, Sydney

Prerequisite(s)

Common to all relevant programs
Subject Area & Catalogue Number	Course Name
REHB 1027	Physiotherapy Studies 101
BIOL 1050	Human Physiology 101
HLTH 1030	Human Anatomy 101

Corequisite(s)

Nil

Teaching method

Component	Duration
INTERNAL, CITY EAST
Lecture	1 hour x 13 weeks
Practical	3 hours x 13 weeks
Tutorial	1 hour x 13 weeks
INTERNAL, WHYALLA
Lecture	1 hour x 13 weeks
Practical	3 hours x 13 weeks
Tutorial	1 hour x 13 weeks

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

Assessment

Skills demonstration, Test/Quiz

Fees

EFTSL*: 0.125
Commonwealth Supported program (Band 2)
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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.