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Year 2 Physiotherapy.
Coordinator: Professor J McMeeken.
Contact: A One hour lectures and 90-minutes of practical classes a week.
Timetable: Double semester.
Objectives:
On completion of this subject, students should:Comprehend: the requirements for electrophysical agents in the management of patients; the necessity of safety in patient management and equipment operation; the reasons for the selection of particular electrophysical agents for patients; the need to evaluate the results of treatment; continuing advances in electrotherapy.
Have developed: safe procedures in the practical application of electrophysical agents; an ability to appropriately select electrophysical agents for patient management; experience in the recording of physiotherapy treatments; the ability to maintain electrotherapy equipment to an adequate safety standard.
Appreciate: the need for the integration of chemistry, physics, physiology, anatomy and pathology in the selection of electrophysical agents; the importance of scientific attitudes of inquiry and critical analysis in the practice of electrotherapy.
Content:
A practical and theoretical study of the principles and practice of treatment and diagnosis by thermal, electrical, mechanical and allied forms of energy. The syllabus includes electrical safety, therapeutic heat and cold, electromagnetic radiations, electrical stimulation, and electromyography. The effects of these forms of energy on pathological processes is addressed.The agents are considered in terms of physics, biophysics, physiological effects, indications, contra-indications, dosage, principles and techniques of application, recording and care of the apparatus. Theoretical considerations will normally precede practical classes.
This subject commences the integration of the theory and practice of electrotherapy with the application to selected clinical conditions. This includes the use of electrotherapy in differing age groups.
Assessment:
A 2-hour written examination (40 per cent) and a 30-minute practical examination (60 per cent).
Prescribed texts:
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Handbook 1996 : Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Health Sciences (Volume 4 page 146)
Status: Official 1996 Date created: Oct 9 1995 Last modified: Oct 9 1995 Authorised by: Academic Registrar Email enquiries: Course_Information@registrar.unimelb.edu.au
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