This unit, Biomedical Sciences for Osteopathy 4, expands students' knowledge of anatomical and biomechanical principles relevant to osteopathy. Students will apply theoretical concepts of biomedical sciences to the lower limb and review common musculoskeletal conditions presenting in osteopathic practice.
Unit details
Location:
Study level:
Undergraduate
Credit points:
12
Unit code:
HBO1004
Prerequisites
HBO1002 - Biomedical Science for Osteopathy 2
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Learning Outcomes
| 1. | Review and discuss the detailed anatomy of the lower limb; | ||
| 2. | Illustrate basic biomechanics principles and their application to the lower extremity; | ||
| 3. | Elaborate common musculoskeletal conditions of the lower limb, relate them to osteopathic principles and list appropriate management strategies. |
Assessment
| Assessment type | Description | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Workshop | Case Based Learning Worksheet - lower extremity common musculoskeletal complaint. | 20% |
| Practicum | Anatomy Practical Demonstration: viva | 50% |
| Test | Theory Paper: (online) | 30% |
Required reading
Students will be provided with an up-to-date reading list via the VU Collaborate system.
Clinically oriented anatomy. 8th ed.
Moore, K. L., & Dalley, A. F. & Agur, A.M.R, (2018)
Wolters Kluwer
McMinn & Abrahams' clinical atlas of human anatomy. 8th ed.
Abrahams, P. H., Spratt, J. D., Loukas, M., Van Schoor, A.-N., Hutchings, R. T., & McMinn, R. M. H. (2019)
Mosby Elsevier
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