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Unit of Study: PHTY5107 - Advanced Musculoskeletal Complex Cases

This unit will adopt a problem based learning approach to the assessment and management of complex case studies of the musculoskeletal system. There is a focus on effective clinical reasoning and decision making. Participants will explain and justify the rationale for patient investigation and management on the basis of medical and applied science and critically evaluate their own and others' management strategies.

Unit coordinator: Dr Debra Shirley

Classes: On-campus, 4hrs/week, during the day

Assessment: Case study analyses, group participation and seminar presentations, 30min panel discussion (two at 20%), 2hr short answer question exam (60%)

Pre-requisites: BIOS5089 Advanced Musculoskeletal Anatomy, PHTY5103 Musculoskeletal Sports Injuries A or PHTY5124 Advanced Musculoskeletal Disorders A

Courses this subject is available in

This unit of study can be undertaken as a part of the following degree programs:

Master of Health Science (Physiotherapy)

THIS COURSE IS NOT AVAILABLE IN 2010
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