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MUSCULOSKELETAL BASIS OF FOOT AND LOWER LIMB PATHOLOGY

POD5MFP

2020

Credit points: 15

Subject outline

In this subject students build on their understanding of the anatomy, pathophysiology and biomechanics of the musculoskeletal system, to explore a range of musculoskeletal pathologies using authentic clinical cases. Students consider the elements of assessment, diagnosis and management of common lower limb musculoskeletal pathologies in the context of evidence-based practice.

School: Allied Health, Human Services & Sport (Pre 2022)

Credit points: 15

Subject Co-ordinator: Shannon Munteanu

Available to Study Abroad/Exchange Students: No

Subject year level: Year Level 5 - Masters

Available as Elective: No

Learning Activities: N/A

Capstone subject: No

Subject particulars

Subject rules

Prerequisites: Must have passed all subjects from (HBS2ALF or equivalent, HBS2PAT or equivalent, POD4PAM, POD4CBP) Must be enrolled in one of the following courses:HZHPOD,HZHPDB,HZHPDM,HZHPDS,HZHPDW - Bachelor of Health Sciences and Master of Podiatric Practice, or HZLLPP - Bachelor of Applied Science and Master of Podiatric Practice, or HMPOD, HMPODB - Master of Podiatric Practice

Co-requisites: N/A

Incompatible subjects: N/A

Equivalent subjects: N/A

Quota Management Strategy: N/A

Quota-conditions or rules: N/A

Special conditions: N/A

Minimum credit point requirement: N/A

Assumed knowledge: N/A

Learning resources

Clinical sports medicine

Resource Type: Book

Resource Requirement: Prescribed

Author: Brukner,P and Khan,K

Year: 2012

Edition/Volume: 4TH EDN

Publisher: NORTH RYDE, NSW: MCGRAW-HILL

ISBN: N/A

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Foot problems in older people: assessment and management

Resource Type: Book

Resource Requirement: Prescribed

Author: Menz, Hylton B

Year: 2008

Edition/Volume: N/A

Publisher: CHURCHILL LIVINGSTONE/ELSEVIER, EDINBURGH, NEW YORK

ISBN: N/A

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Merriman's assessment of the lower limb

Resource Type: Book

Resource Requirement: Prescribed

Author: Yates, B

Year: 2009

Edition/Volume: 3RD EDN

Publisher: CHURCHILL LIVINGSTONE/ELSEVIER, EDINBURGH, NEW YORK

ISBN: N/A

Chapter/article title: N/A

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Neuromusculoskeletal examination and assessment: a handbook for therapists

Resource Type: Book

Resource Requirement: Recommended

Author: Petty, NJ

Year: 2011

Edition/Volume: N/A

Publisher: CHURCHILL LIVINGSTONE/ELSEVIER, EDINBURGH, NEW YORK

ISBN: N/A

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Career Ready

Career-focused: No

Work-based learning: No

Self sourced or Uni sourced: N/A

Entire subject or partial subject: N/A

Total hours/days required: N/A

Location of WBL activity (region): N/A

WBL addtional requirements: N/A

Graduate capabilities & intended learning outcomes

Graduate Capabilities

Intended Learning Outcomes

01. Individually and as a team, use an evidence based approach to determine and describe aetiological factors for lower limb injuries seen in podiatric practice. You will be able to: a. List common musculoskeletal pathologies of the lower limb seen in podiatric practice. b. describe the tissues involved in such pathology. c. describe the pathological processes that are involved in a range of common musculoskeletal disorders of the lower limb.
02. Independently diagnose common lower limb musculoskeletal conditions and use an evidence based approach to justify the diagnosis. You will be able to: a. Conduct physical examination to identify the likely tissues causing symptoms in a person with lower limb musculoskeletal pathology. b. identify a client's physical and psychological status relative to their musculoskeletal pathology. c. Appropriately refer for and interpret laboratory tests (including diagnostic imaging and pathology tests). d. Liaise and refer to other health-care professionals as required. e. Use clinical reasoning and decision-making skills in a simulated practice setting to arrive at an accurate diagnosis for a given case.
03. Use an evidence based approach and communicate effectively with other professionals and clients to manage common lower limb musculoskeletal pathologies seen in podiatric practice. You will be able to: a. Prescribe and implement intervention programs (e.g. physical therapy, mechanical therapy, pharmacological intervention, or educational programs). b. Critique and apply evidence for the selection and implementation of podiatric interventions. c. Implement validated outcome assessment to understand the health status of clients. d. Liaise and refer to other health-care professionals as required. e. Reflect upon client outcomes, reviewing assessment, management and adapting if necessary.

Melbourne (Bundoora), 2020, Semester 2, Blended

Overview

Online enrolment: Yes

Maximum enrolment size: N/A

Subject Instance Co-ordinator: Shannon Munteanu

Class requirements

LectureWeek: 31 - 43
One 1.00 hour lecture per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via online.

WorkShopWeek: 31 - 43
One 2.00 hours workshop per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via face-to-face.

Assessments

Assessment elementCommentsCategoryContributionHurdle%ILO*

One 1,500-word written assignment

N/AN/AN/ANo30SILO3

One 10-minute team presentation (equiv to 200 words each student) submitted online

N/AN/AN/ANo10SILO1

One 15-minute practical examination (equivalent to 1,500 words)

N/AN/AN/ANo30SILO2

Three 20-minute online multiple choice examinations (equivalent to 1,000 words)

N/AN/AN/ANo30SILO1, SILO2, SILO3