Physiotherapy Specialties: Musculoskeletal IIB (Cervical and Thoracic Spine) (PHTY3260)
Information valid for Semester 2, 2019
Course level
Undergraduate
Faculty
School
Health & Rehab Sci School
Units
2
Duration
One Semester
Delivery mode
Internal
Class hours
3 Lecture hours
2 Practical or Laboratory hours
Incompatible
PHTY3210, PHTY4110
Prerequisite
PHTY3120
Restricted
BPhty
Assessment methods
Problem solving & practical examination & theory examination.
Course enquiries
Current course offerings
| Course offerings | Location | Mode | Course Profile |
| Semester 2, 2025 (28/07/2025 - 22/11/2025) | St Lucia | In Person | Profile unavailable |
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Course description
This course will provide students with knowledge & understanding of the musculoskeletal pathologies of the cervical & thoracic spines & craniomandibular region, the physical manifestations of cervical, thoracic & upper quadrant disorders, differentiation of cervical versus other origins of condition such as headache, dizziness & face pain, the clinical reasoning process in clinical assessment & diagnosis, physiotherapy treatment options, rationales & treatment selection.
