Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy A

PHTY2054

The overall aim of this unit of study is to develop the skills required to safely and effectively apply a selection of electrophysical agents and to assess and prescribe exercise-based rehabilitation at the level of a student commencing musculoskeletal clinical practical placements. This unit will integrate knowledge from assumed foundation science. Students will develop the ability to select and implement interventions based on clinical reasoning, principles of evidence-based practice and safety. This unit of study complements Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy B (MSB) and lays the foundation for MSC, MSD, MSE and MSF which will further develop skills in the management of disorders of the spine and periphery and more complex musculoskeletal conditions.

Unit of study details

Unit of study level: Intermediate

Credit points: 6

Commencing semesters: 2

Further unit of study information

Unit of study handbook: PHTY2054

Costs and scholarships information: Costs and Scholarships

Final dates to withdraw from units of study: Census Dates

Available for study abroad and exchange: Yes

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