Chiropractic Sciences 4 - Upper Limb
Credit points
(Generally, 1 credit = 10 hours of classes and independent study.)
Location
Prerequisites
(Or equivalent to be determined by unit coordinator)
Co-requisites
(Corequisite units must be studied concurrently with this unit)
Overview
In Chiropractic Sciences 4 – Upper Limb, students will build upon information from previous units by using clinical case studies to aid authentic learning for the examination, diagnosis, and treatment of people with issues related to the upper limb. Students will enhance their clinical reasoning by integrating findings from clinical history, vital signs, physical examination, and relevant tests such as lab tests or diagnostic imaging to form a clinical impression. Students then conceptualise safe and appropriate treatment plans including collaboration with other health care providers as appropriate. In practical sessions, students will safely practice applying manual therapy, including joint and soft tissue mobilisation and manipulation, rehabilitation techniques, and the communication of lifestyle advice in an appropriate and culturally responsive manner. Cases will include disorders such as acute injuries (bone and soft tissue), degenerative change, tendinopathy, avascular necrosis, frozen shoulder, and minor dysplasias.
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this unit, students will be able to:
- Exhibit skills and knowledge in obtaining and interpreting health and social histories in a culturally sensitive manner;
- Illustrate the skills and knowledge of conducting general physical examinations with informed consent and interpretation of examinations results for conditions related to the upper limb;
- Exhibit ethical, safe, and effective intervention procedures of the upper limb, appropriately monitoring and adapting to patient responses; and
- Exemplify developing culturally responsive health care practice.
Assessment
For Melbourne campuses
Assessment type: Practical Demonstration | Grade: 20%
History and focused examination for upper limb– 20 minutes
Assessment type: Test | Grade: 30%
Online in-class test – 30 minutes
Assessment type: Case Study | Grade: 50%
Simulated case for upper limb (history, physical examination, care plan, manual therapy demonstration) - 30 minutes (Hurdle)
The simulated case for upper limb is a hurdle requirement for this unit. Students must pass this assessment as it evaluates student competency in clinical skills essential for safe practice. In completing the simulated case, students will also be required to demonstrate their understanding of the needs of diverse populations and delivery of culturally responsive care through discourse and demonstration of clinical tasks.
To gain an overall pass in this unit students must attend a minimum of 80% of lab classes. Lab attendance is required to ensure the development of knowledge, competency and safety in practical clinical skills.
Required reading
Readings for this unit will be available on VU Collaborate.
As part of a course
This unit is studied as part of the following course(s):