School Of Health SciencesMusculoskeletal Physiotherapy AWestern Sydney University Unit Code: 401199.2
Discipline: PHYSIOTHERAPY
Student Contribution Band: 2
Level: 3
Credit Points: 10
Equivalent Units
400983 - Orthopaedic Physiotherapy
Prerequisite
400982 Core Competencies in Physiotherapy Practice AND 400981 Clinical Pharmacology AND 400871 Professional Health Competencies AND 101614 Psychology and Health
Corequisite
400997 Exercise Rehabilitation AND 400986 Neurological Physiotherapy AND 401197 Clinical Education (General)
Unit Enrolment Restrictions
Students must be enrolled in 4706 Bachelor of Physiotherapy and 4733 Bachelor of Physiotherapy (Hons).
About this Unit
This unit builds on the knowledge and skills developed in the first two years of physiotherapy study. It focuses on client assessment and evidence-based management in musculoskeletal physiotherapy contexts. This will require strong communication skills, ethical and professional behaviour and an appreciation of interprofessional care. Professional competencies addressed in this unit include developing skills in musculoskeletal physiotherapy assessment, interpretation and prioritisation of findings along with the implementation and evaluation of appropriate treatment strategies.
Special Requirements - Essential Equipment
Students are required to wear their student uniform when attending practical viva exams and a student name badge.
Courses| 4706.2 | Bachelor of Physiotherapy | CONTINUING |
| 4706.3 | Bachelor of Physiotherapy | CURRENT |
| 4733.1 | Bachelor of Physiotherapy (Honours) | CONTINUING |
| 4733.2 | Bachelor of Physiotherapy (Honours) | CURRENT |