pty3stm soft tissue management
SOFT TISSUE MANAGEMENT
PTY3STM
2014
Credit points: 15
Subject outline
In this subject students will learn core knowledge and skills for the management of soft tissues including the pathogenesis of common soft tissue injuries and normal healing processes for different tissue types. Students will learn clinical assessment strategies and how to apply treatment strategies to enhance healing processes, and assist rehabilitation, including manual therapy, electrotherapy, and exercise. As well, there will be emphasis on predisposing and preventative factors. Reference to the WHO International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health, and pain, as a multidimensional experience, will reinforce the need for a patient-centred approach to the management of soft tissue pathology.
FacultyFaculty of Health Sciences
Credit points15
Subject Co-ordinatorLester Jones
Available to Study Abroad StudentsYes
Subject year levelYear Level 3 - UG
Exchange StudentsYes
Subject particulars
Subject rules
Prerequisites Must have passed HBS2APT, HBS2PBM, PTY2HDM, HLT2IEP and be enrolled in one of the following courses: HZHSPP, HZHSPB - Bachelor of Health Sciences and Master of Physiotherapy Practice.
Co-requisitesN/A
Incompatible subjectsN/A
Equivalent subjectsN/A
Special conditionsN/A
Learning resources
Readings
| Resource Type | Title | Resource Requirement | Author and Year | Publisher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Readings | Neuromusculoskeletal examination and assessment: a handbook for therapists. | Prescribed | Petty, N 2011 | 4TH EDN, ELSEVIER, SYDNEY |
| Readings | Principles of neuromusculoskeletal treatment and management: a guide for therapists. | Prescribed | Petty, N 2011 | 2ND EDN, CHURCHILL LIVINGSTONE, SYDNEY |
| Readings | Clinical Sports Medicine | Recommended | Brukner, P. & Khan, K 2011 | 4TH EDN, MCGRAW HILL, SYDNEY |
| Readings | Electrotherapy Explained | Recommended | Robertson, V.J. et al 2006 | ELSEVIER, SYDNEY |
| Readings | Joint motion and function assessment | Recommended | Clarkson, H.M 2005 | LIPPINCOTT, WILLIAMS & WILKINS, PHILADELPHIA |
Subject options
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Bendigo, 2014, Semester 2, Day
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorCarolyn Taylor
Class requirements
LectureWeek: 31 - 43
One 1.0 hours lecture per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via face-to-face.
Problem Based LearningWeek: 31 - 43
One 1.0 hours problem based learning per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via face-to-face.
"1-hour team meeting"
Problem Based LearningWeek: 31 - 43
One 2.0 hours problem based learning per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via online.
PracticalWeek: 31 - 43
One 2.0 hours practical per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via face-to-face.
PracticalWeek: 31 - 43
One 1.0 hours practical per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via face-to-face.
"Formative feedback sessions"
WorkShopWeek: 31 - 43
One 1.0 hours workshop per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via face-to-face.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % |
|---|---|---|
| Attendance at eClinics | 5 | |
| Case report (1000 words) | 30 | |
| Class presentation x 15 mins (group activity) | 20 | |
| Reflective summary of skills diary (1000 words) | 25 | |
| Skills examinations x 2 (10 minutes each) | 20 |
Melbourne, 2014, Semester 2, Day
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorLester Jones
Class requirements
WorkShop
One 1.0 hours workshop per week on weekdays during the day and delivered via face-to-face.
Tutorial
One 1.0 hours tutorial per week on weekdays during the day and delivered via face-to-face.
"Team meeting"
Practical
One 1.0 hours practical per week on weekdays during the day and delivered via face-to-face.
"Formative feedback session"
Practical
One 2.0 hours practical per week on weekdays during the day and delivered via face-to-face.
Problem Based Learning
One 2.0 hours problem based learning per week on weekdays during the day and delivered via online.
Lecture
One 1.0 hours lecture per week on weekdays during the day and delivered via face-to-face.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % |
|---|---|---|
| Attendance at eClinics | 5 | |
| Case report (1000 words) | 30 | |
| Class presentation x 15 mins (group activity) | 20 | |
| Reflective summary of skills diary (1000 words) | 25 | |
| Skills examinations x 2 (10 minutes each) | 20 |