Foundations of Physiotherapy III: Practice & Management (PHTY7815)
Course level
Postgraduate Coursework
Faculty
School
Health & Rehab Sci School
Units
2
Duration
One Semester
Class hours
5L,1P
Incompatible
PHTY2101
Prerequisite
PHTY7802 + PHTY7803
Restricted
MPhtySt only
Assessment methods
Theory papers, assignments and workbook
Course enquiries
Dr Andrew Claus (a.claus1@uq.edu.au)
Current course offerings
Course offerings | Location | Mode | Course Profile |
Semester 1, 2024 (19/02/2024 - 15/06/2024) | St Lucia | In Person | Course Profile |
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Course description
This course provides fundamental knowledge and understanding to assess and manage patient conditions involving musculoskeletal pathology, injury and pain. The course is based on a client-centred framework, uses an interprofessional teamwork approach and includes management of occupational health and safety. As foundation for comprehensive and informed patient assessment and management the four blocks cover: 1) Clinical examination, 2) Tissue pathology processes, amputee management, mobility aids and orthoses, 3) Musculoskeletal injury, tissue repair and pain perception processes, 4) Medical and Physiotherapy assessment and management for orthopaedic conditions, within a biopsychosocial framework.