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Course description

This course provides fundamental knowledge and understanding to assess and manage patient conditions involving musculoskeletal pathology, injury and pain. The course is based on a client-centred framework, uses an interprofessional teamwork approach and includes management of occupational health and safety. As foundation for comprehensive and informed patient assessment and management, over four blocks the course covers: 1) Pathophysiology from cells to systems; 2) Clinical examination, amputee management, mobility aids and orthoses; 3) Pain perception, musculoskeletal injury, tissue repair and motor control; 4) Medical and physiotherapy management of orthopaedic, vascular, osteoarthritic and rheumatologic disorders; within a biopsychosocial framework.

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