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Advanced Practice in Pelvic Floor Physio (PHTY90003)

Graduate courseworkPoints: 12.5On Campus (Parkville)

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This subject comprises five content areas related to pelvic floor dysfunction, including specific issues related to ano-rectal dysfunction, male continence, paediatric, geriatric continence and pelvic pain. Content includes anatomy, physiology and pathology of the ano-rectum and the male urinary tract, normal and pathological development of the urinary system in children and ageing related issues as they apply to the urinary system, musculo-skeletal system and the patient as a whole. Prevention, assessment and treatment of dysfunction in each of these patient groups will be addressed. Interdisciplinary management, pharmacology, pain management and sexuality are included.

Intended learning outcomes

On completion of the subject students will be expected to be able to demonstrate the following specific skills:



  • the ability to integrate anatomical, physiological and pathological knowledge to devise and implement management programs for different patient groups;
  • the ability to discuss current approaches in the management of incontinence in different patient groups in the community and be able to apply this theoretical knowledge in clinical situations; and
  • the ability to express their theoretical knowledge at a level for education of patients, caregivers, and other health professionals.

Generic skills

On completion of the subject students are expected to be able to demonstrate:

  • An understanding of professional responsibility and ethical principles in relation to individuals and community, both locally and internationally
  • An ability to evaluate and synthesise the research and professional literature
  • An understanding of the significance and value of their knowledge to the wider community

On completion of the subject students are expected to be able to demonstrate:

  • The ability to integrate anatomical, physiological and pathological knowledge to devise and implement management programs for different patient groups
  • The ability to discuss current approaches in the management of pelvic floor disorders in different patient groups in the community and be able to apply this theoretical knowledge in clinical situations
  • The ability to express their theoretical knowledge at a level for education of patients, caregivers, and other health professionals

Last updated: 3 November 2022