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Advanced Practice in Pelvic Floor Physio (PHTY90003)
Graduate courseworkPoints: 12.5On Campus (Parkville)
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About this subject
- Overview
- Eligibility and requirements
- Assessment
- Dates and times
- Further information
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Contact information
Overview
Availability | May |
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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
Eligibility and requirements
Prerequisites
Admission into one of the following:
- MC-PHTYPH Master of Physiotherapy (Pelvic Health)
- GC-PHTYEWH Graduate Certificate in Physiotherapy (Exercise and Women's Health)
- GC-PHTYPFP Graduate Certificate in Physiotherapy (Pelvic Floor Physiotherapy)
AND
Code | Name | Teaching period | Credit Points |
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PHTY90002 | The Pelvic Floor:Function&Dysfunction | May (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
Corequisites
None
Non-allowed subjects
None
Inherent requirements (core participation requirements)
The University of Melbourne is committed to providing students with reasonable adjustments to assessment and participation under the Disability Standards for Education (2005), and the Assessment and Results Policy (MPF1326). Students are expected to meet the core participation requirements for their course. These can be viewed under Entry and Participation Requirements for the course outlines in the Handbook.
Further details on how to seek academic adjustments can be found on the Student Equity and Disability Support website: http://services.unimelb.edu.au/student-equity/home
Last updated: 3 November 2022
Assessment
Description | Timing | Percentage |
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Written assignment
| 8 August 2021 | 80% |
Clinical practice journal, two written case studies (500 words each)
| 24 October 2021 | 20% |
Last updated: 3 November 2022
Dates & times
- May
Principal coordinator Elise Fraser Mode of delivery On Campus (Parkville) Contact hours Students commence online learning activities from 10 May in preparation for the on-campus teaching component. On-campus teaching occurs from 11 October to 13 October. Total time commitment 170 hours Pre teaching start date 3 May 2021 Pre teaching requirements Students are required to undertake pre-reading in preparation for the study period. Teaching period 10 May 2021 to 13 October 2021 Last self-enrol date 4 May 2021 Census date 22 July 2021 Last date to withdraw without fail 20 August 2021 Assessment period ends 24 October 2021
Time commitment details
Students are required to undertake self-directed learning in this subject. Approximately 100 hours of self-directed learning is suggested.
Last updated: 3 November 2022
Further information
- Texts
Prescribed texts
- Bø, K., Berghmans, L.C.M., Van Kampen, M., Morkved, S. (eds). (2007). Evidence-Based Physical Therapy for the Pelvic Floor: Bridging Science and Clinical Practice. London: Churchill Livingstone
Recommended texts and other resources
- Abrams P, Cardozo L, Khoury S and Wein A J (Eds) (2005): Incontinence: 3rd International Consultation on Incontinence, Monaco 2004 .(2005 ed.) Plymouth, UK: Health Publication Ltd. (2 nd edition available online: www.icsoffice.org -> link to Documents)
- Cardozo L and Staskin D (Eds) (2006): Textbook of Female Urology and Urogynaecology (2nd edn). London: Isis Medical Media Ltd.
- Corcos J and Schick E (Eds) (2001): The urinary sphincter . New York: Marcel Dekker.
- Mantle J, Haslam J and Barton S (2004): Physiotherapy in Obstetrics and Gynaecology. (2nd ed.) London: Butterworth-Heinemann.
- Sapsford R, Markwell S and Bullock-Saxton J (Eds) (1998): Women's Health: A Textbook for Physiotherapists . London: WB Saunders Company Ltd.
- Related Handbook entries
This subject contributes to the following:
Type Name Course Graduate Certificate in Physiotherapy (Pelvic Floor Physiotherapy) - Links to additional information
- Available to Study Abroad and/or Study Exchange Students
This subject is available to students studying at the University from eligible overseas institutions on exchange and study abroad. Students are required to satisfy any listed requirements, such as pre- and co-requisites, for enrolment in the subject.
Last updated: 3 November 2022