Clinical Management of Neuromusculoskeletal Dysfunction of the Upper Quadrant
Code
MF17
Department
Physiotherapy
Credits
8
Teacher in charge
Doutora Rita Noélia Silva Fernandes
Teaching language
Portuguese/ English
Objectives
This curricular unit aims to extend the student's theoretical and clinical knowledge, clinical reasoning and practical skills in the assessment and management of musculoskeletal problems of the upper quadrant. The unit is designed to build upon each student's prior knowledge and experience in the management of musculoskeletal dysfunctions of the upper quadrant and focus on the integration of the current concepts of physiotherapy assessment and management of musculoskeletal conditions.
Prerequisites
Musculoskeletal conditions
Subject matter
The content includes an integrated clinical approach using concepts and techniques from a variety of approaches to manual therapy, manipulation and exercise, underpinned by an understanding of clinical anatomy, medical specialties and other disciplines, in a clinical reasoning and decision-making framework. It focuses on developing practical and clinical reasoning skills through teaching and case scenarios.
- Neuromusculoskeletal assessment (subjective and objective) and treatment skills for the neuromusculoskeletal dysfunctions of the upper quadrant;
- Outcome measures;
- Prognosis, modification of treatment plan and criteria for discharge;
- Patient interaction: Communication skills and effective collaborative working relationships with patients and the inter-professional team;
- Clinical presentations.
Bibliography
- Jones, M. and Rivett, D. (2004). Clinical Reasoning for Manual Therapists. Butterworth Heinemann.
- Butler DS, Moseley GL. (2003) Explain Pain. Noigroup Publication. Adelaide City West, South Australia.
- Petty, N.J. (2004) Principles of neuromusculoskeletal treatment and management: a guide for therapists. Churchill Livingstone, Edinburgh.
- Edwards; B.C. (1992) "Manual of Combined Movements". Edinburgh: Churchill Livingstone.
- McCarthy, C. (2010) "Combined Movement Theory". Churchill Livingstone. 2010.
- Mulligan, B.R. (1995) "Manual Therapy "Nags", "Snags" and MwMs". New Zealand: Plant View services.
- Comerford, M. and Mottram, S. (2011) Kinetic Control. Churchill Livingstone Australia.
Teaching method
Teaching and learning strategies include:
- Case based clinical scenarios
- Small Tutorial Groups
- Clinical Skills Lab
- Self-directed Learning
Evaluation method
The assessment method includes a Practical Examination. This examination follows a format similar to an OSCE, designed to allow students to demonstrate clinical reasoning and practical skills.
To complete this curricular unit the students must have a classification of a minimum of 50% in both assessment activities.
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