Musculoskeletal Skills in Physiotherapy

Course aim

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

Course content

Specialised knowledge of the pathology of common conditions affecting the musculoskeletal system across the lifespan. Students will learn how to assess a variety of peripheral and spinal musculoskeletal conditions and the theoretical basis and safe use of electrophysical agents. Students will incorporate principles of clinical reasoning into the application of assessment and management techniques appropriate for musculoskeletal environments. 

Textbook(s)

Nil

Prerequisite(s)

Nil

Corequisite(s)

Nil

Teaching method

Component	Duration
INTERNAL, CITY EAST
Practical	2 x 3 hours x 12 weeks
Lecture	2 x 1 hour x 12 weeks
Tutorial	2 x 2 hours x 12 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*: 0.250
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.