Aims and Learning Outcomes
Aims
- To develop the student's evidence based knowledge and in-depth understanding
of functional biomechanics, anatomy and physiology of the musculoskeletal
system necessary to assess and diagnose musculoskeletal disorders
- To develop the student's skills to plan, implement and critically
evaluate a range of therapeutic interventions relevant to orthopaedic
medicine
- To enable the student to develop expertise in complex techniques
including manipulation and utilisation of injection protocols
- To foster inter-professional understanding, collaboration and effective
working relationships
Learning Outcomes
By the end of the course students will be able to-
- Demonstrate the ability to undertake a competent assessment incorporating
functional biomechanics in order to critically analyse complex musculoskeletal
problems.
- Demonstrate mastery of the skills required to accurately diagnosis
musculoskeletal problems and administer safe, effective and appropriate
treatment to the exact site of the lesion.
- Demonstrate mastery of manual therapy techniques and critically evaluate
the effects of treatment.
- Critically reflect on the effectiveness of own communication with
medical and paramedical colleagues.
* NOTE: Physiotherapists are taught injection protocols but it is emphasised
that to perform injections, although now within their scope of practice,
requires more specific clinical training. A Module D course to further
the training of physiotherapists in soft tissue and peripheral joint
injections has now been introduced. It is nevertheless necessary for
them to have a sound basic knowledge of the techniques for the administration
of injections, to be able to communicate with, and at times to teach,
their medical colleagues.
Course Programme
How to Apply
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