Prerequisites
RBM1200 - Functional Anatomy of the Limbs or
AHE1101 - Structural Kinesiology and
AHE2202 - Functional Kinesiology
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Learning Outcomes
1. | Explain the anatomical principles and theory behind spinal and orthopaedic injury and pain; | ||
2. | Perform practical hands-on tests on another class member to assess muscles and joints of the spine, trunk and extremities and interpret the results; | ||
3. | Perform practical hands-on tests on another class member to assess the hip, knee and shoulder joints and interpret results; and | ||
4. | Explain the anatomical principles and theory behind a graduated rehabilitation program to return an individual to pre-injury function. |
Assessment
Assessment type | Description | Grade |
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Assignment | Written Assignment (1000 words) | 30% |
Test | Practical Test (15 minutes) | 20% |
Test | Theory Test (2 hours) | 50% |
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