Chiropractic Sciences 3 - Mid Back, Neck and Head
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 3, - Mid Back, Neck and Head, students 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 mid back and neck. Students will enhance their clinical reasoning by integrating findings from history, vital signs, physical examination, relevant lab tests and diagnostic imaging to form clinical impressions, then conceptualising 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 communication of lifestyle advice. Cases will include disorders such as acute injuries (bone and soft tissue), non-specific mid back and neck pain, disc herniations, non-traumatic vertebral displacement, headache, and minor dysplasias. This unit will also provide opportunities for students to continue to develop their skills in providing culturally responsive health care with working with individuals from diverse backgrounds, with particular reference to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples.
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 mid back, neck and head;
- Exhibit ethical, safe, and effective intervention procedures of the mid back and neck, appropriately monitoring and adapting to patient responses; and
- Exemplify developing culturally responsive health care practice, with particular reference to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples.
Assessment
For Melbourne campuses
Assessment type: Practical Demonstration | Grade: 20%
History and physical examination for mid back, neck, and head – 20 minutes
Assessment type: Test | Grade: 30%
Online in-class test – 30 minutes
Assessment type: Case Study | Grade: 50%
Simulated case for mid back, neck and head (history, physical examination, care plan, manual therapy demonstration) - 30 minutes (Hurdle)
The simulated case for mid back, neck, and head 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 individuals from diverse backgrounds with particular reference to the provision of culturally sensitive and responsive health care for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples.
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):