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Year 3 Physiotherapy.
Coordinator: Ms E Tully.
Contact: 29 hours lectures, tutorials and practical sessions.
Objectives:
On completion of this subject, students should:Comprehend: the relationship between structure and function of the joints of the limbs and vertebral column at an advanced level; the biomechanical basis of selected musculoskeletal problems, and the clinical tests associated with these problems; the use, basic operation and reliability and validity issues relating to selected instruments for the measurement of human movement function; the basic principles of dynamic splinting for preventive and corrective purposes.
Have developed: skill in the use of sophisticated information retrieval systems for the purpose of finding current and relevant literature related to the applied anatomy and biomechanics of a selected musculoskeletal topic; the ability to critically review published research literature; the ability to work collaboratively as part of a team; skill in communicating the findings of published research by way of verbal presentation; skill in manufacturing and evaluating selected splints to aid function of the limbs.
Appreciate: the need for sound knowledge of the normal structure and function of the musculoskeletal system to enable accurate analysis of disordered human movement; the need for valid and reliable measurement of human movement to provide objective assessment of human movement disorders, and to evaluate the results of physiotherapy intervention; the need for the continual development of knowledge by critical evaluation of current and/or relevant research relating to physiotherapy.
Content:
Introduction to and evaluation of measurement instruments such as isokinetic dynanometer, the clinical stride analyser, the Peak 2D motion measurement system, the AMLAB (electromyography), fitness testing procedures, the force platform, respiratory function and the measurement of balance. Small group literature review of the applied anatomy and biomechanics related to a selected musculoskeletal topic.
Assessment:
100% attendance at practical sessions. Evaluation of measurement instruments (30 per cent). Kinesiology literature review/verbal presentation (70 per cent). Students must pass each assessment component in order to pass the subject.
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Handbook 1996 : Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Health Sciences (Volume 4 page 148)
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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