Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy Theory and Practice 2

Course aim

To apply advanced understanding of neurophysiological and biomechanical principles to movement assessment and movement-based interventions, within a biopsychosocial framework.

Course content

Critical application of motor control, motor learning and education theories to the assessment and management of patients with movement impairments; advanced skills in examination of normal movement, movement dysfunction and functional performance in the context of sport, recreation and workforce; examination and management of movement dysfunction in patients with musculoskeletal disorders, chronic conditions; collaborative reasoning in the context of advanced examination and management of movement disorders.

Textbook(s)

Nil

Prerequisite(s)

Nil

Corequisite(s)

Nil

Teaching method

Component	Duration
INTERNAL, CITY EAST
Lecture	20 hours x over 5 weeks
Practical	80 hours x over 5 weeks

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

Assessment

Clinical assessment/OSCE/OSCA, Report

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.