ELECTROPHYSICAL AGENTS
PTY2EPA
Not currently offered
Credit points: 15
Subject outline
In this unit students are introduced to the principles and practice of using electrophysical agents (EPAs) in physiotherapy treatment and diagnosis. The syllabus covers therapeutic heat and cold, electrical stimulation, myoelectric biofeedback and real-time ultrasound. The focus is on safe, research-based, clinically effective practice. Topics are considered in terms of their physiological effects; indications, precautions and contraindications for use; dosage; principles and techniques of application; clinical effectiveness; and equipment management.
School: School of Allied Health
Credit points: 15
Subject Co-ordinator: Sarah Barradell
Available to Study Abroad Students: Yes
Subject year level: Year Level 2 - UG
Exchange Students: Yes
Subject particulars
Subject rules
Prerequisites: PTY1CLP, HBS1APA, HBS1PPA,PTY1PSA, HBS1APB, HBS1BBE, HBS1BHM, PHE1RMH, PTY1PSB
Co-requisites: PTY2CLP, HBS2NSM, HBS2PPY, PHE2BDB, PHE2RMH, PTY2PAE, PTY2PSD
Incompatible subjects: N/A
Equivalent subjects: N/A
Special conditions: N/A
Learning resources
Readings
| Resource Type | Title | Resource Requirement | Author and Year | Publisher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Readings | Electrotherapy explained (4th ed.) | Prescribed | Robertson, V.J., Ward, A.R., Low, J., and Reed, A. | ELSEVIER SCIENCE LTD, 2006 |
| Readings | Electrotherapy practical manual | Prescribed | Robertson, V.J., Spurrit, D.M., Lucas-Toumbourou, S. | CURRENT EDITION, SCHOOL OF PHYSIOTHERAPY, LA TROBE UNIVERSITY. |
| Readings | Guidelines for the clinical use of electrophysical agents | Prescribed | Robertson, V.J., Chipchase, L.S., Whelan, K.M. and McKenna, L.J. | AUSTRALIAN PHYSIOTHERAPY ASSOCIATION, VICTORIA. 2001. |
Graduate capabilities & intended learning outcomes
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