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Neurological Physiotherapy (PHTY90089)
Graduate courseworkPoints: 12.5On Campus (Parkville)
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About this subject
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- Eligibility and requirements
- Assessment
- Dates and times
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Contact information
Semester 2 (Extended)
Overview
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This subject provides students with an opportunity to integrate prior knowledge of anatomy, physiology and neuroscience with theoretical and evidence-based knowledge in the management of individuals with neurological conditions. The emphasis of this subject is development of a clinical reasoning framework for the assessment and management of individuals with neurological conditions within the International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health framework. The selection and justification of assessment and management for individuals with neurological conditions will be informed by research findings from basic science and applied clinical research. Consideration will also be given to the rights of individuals with neurological conditions and the impact of team management processes in neurological physiotherapy practice. This subject includes 12 hours of clinical (generic) placement.
Intended learning outcomes
Upon completion of this subject, students will be able to:
- Critically reflect and modify practice in response to feedback from peers and lecturers / tutors.
- Apply a biopsychosocial model to accurately assess, interpret and treat individuals with common Neurological conditions.
- Employ safe and effective evidence-based physiotherapy interventions for individuals with neurological conditions.
- Design, implement and evaluate a repertoire of exercises and health and well-being promotion strategies that best meet the needs of individuals with a range of impairments, activity limitations and/or participation restrictions.
- Identify the personal and environmental barriers and facilitators that influence capability, opportunity and motivation to participate.
- Identify, critique and apply evidence-informed practice in the selection and modification of physiotherapy approaches for individuals with neurological conditions.
- Explain the role of other professions, families, carers and communities in the care with individuals with a diverse range of health conditions.
- Apply the skills to develop patient-centered goal setting with individuals.
- Apply the skills to educate individuals and relevant others about the individual's condition and the options for physiotherapy approaches for promotion of health and well-being.
- Effectively communicate and respectfully engage with individuals (including those with cognitive, behavioural and communication limitations) and relevant others to optimise outcomes.
- Respond to the social and cultural needs of the individual, their family/carers and the organisation in health decision making.
- Explain the impact of available resources on the delivery of optimal physiotherapy treatment approaches.
Generic skills
By the completion of this subject, students will have had the opportunity to develop the following generic skills:
- Development of skills in practical thinking, clinical reasoning and clinical decision making;
- An appreciation of the importance of a team approach in working with colleagues;
- Critically use decision-making skills with an awareness of the factors that inform their decisions.
Last updated: 31 January 2024
Eligibility and requirements
Prerequisites
Foundation Science for Physiotherapy A Integrated Professional Practice A
Corequisites
All of
Code | Name | Teaching period | Credit Points |
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PHTY90090 | Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy | Semester 2 (Extended) (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
PHTY90091 | Cardiorespiratory Physiotherapy | Semester 2 (Extended) (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
AND
Foundation Physiotherapy Science B
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: 31 January 2024
Assessment
Description | Timing | Percentage |
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ePortfolio
| Mid semester | 25% |
Written Exam
| End of semester | 30% |
Objective Structured Clinical Examination (OSCE) 2 station OSCE each station 10 minutes
| End of semester | 45% |
Hurdle requirement: Attendance at >85% of practical classes | Throughout the teaching period | N/A |
Last updated: 31 January 2024
Dates & times
- Semester 2 (Extended)
Coordinator Natalie Fini Mode of delivery On Campus (Parkville) Contact hours Total time commitment 186 hours Teaching period 4 July 2022 to 11 November 2022 Last self-enrol date 15 July 2022 Census date 31 August 2022 Last date to withdraw without fail 23 September 2022 Assessment period ends 18 November 2022 Semester 2 (Extended) contact information
Time commitment details
Up to 186 hours
Additional delivery details
This subject is delivered either partially or fully in-person in Second Half Year 2020. Please ensure you are able to attend any essential in-person requirements or speak to Stop 1 about alternative subject options.
Last updated: 31 January 2024
Further information
- Texts
Prescribed texts
Lennon, S., Ramdharry, G., and Verheyden, G. (2018) Physical Management for Neurological Conditions. (4th Edition). Elsevier
Recommended texts and other resources
Hill K, Denisenko S, Miller K, ClementsT, Batchelor F and Morgan P (2010): Clinical Outcome Measurement in Adult Neurological Physiotherapy. (4th edition). Victorian Branch, Australian Physiotherapy Association.
- Related Handbook entries
This subject contributes to the following:
Type Name Course Doctor of Physiotherapy - Links to additional information
Last updated: 31 January 2024