Module overview
This module aims to develop an evidence-based approach to how an understanding of the foundation sciences influences the physiotherapy management of problems commonly encountered by individuals in clinical practice. You will be introduced to the basic assessment process and treatment of commonly occurring presentations of cardiorespiratory, neurology and musculoskeletal conditions and which aims to prepare you for placement 1 and 2. Your learning will be facilitated by patient case studies and you will also learn about treatment options, with a focus on advice, activity participation and exercise to manage a range of different conditions. As far as possible, service users (patients) will contribute to your learning, through demonstration of assessment and treatment techniques, and/or by discussing their lived experiences of their condition. This taught component (theory and practical) of this module interfaces with the BSc Clinical Assessment and Treatment Module, maximising opportunities for peer learning.
This module also involves a combined approach of small group tutorials, self-directed learning and plenaries, using the guided discovery process to prepare you for Masters level critical thinking and interpretation of research evidence. It also promotes team working and develops presentation skills critical to the progression into the further MSc modules.
Aims and Objectives
Learning Outcomes
Subject Specific Intellectual and Research Skills
Having successfully completed this module you will be able to:
- Critically analyse, evaluate and synthesise evidence to inform the physiotherapy management of simple case studies.
- Explain how assessment information is used to form an initial hypothesis, a problem list, treatment plan and realistic goals, which are discussed in partnership with patients.
Transferable and Generic Skills
Having successfully completed this module you will be able to:
- Recognise the ethical and moral dimensions of physiotherapy, including issues related to informed consent including: explanation of assessment options, confirming patient understanding and patient choice.
- As a self-motivated learner, you will appraise your own learning and contribute effectively to working in small study groups to further expand your knowledge of the assessment for simple musculoskeletal, neurological and cardiorespiratory conditions.
Disciplinary Specific Learning Outcomes
Having successfully completed this module you will be able to:
- Demonstrate safe and effective physiotherapy management techniques including patient handling, for simple musculoskeletal, neurological and cardiorespiratory conditions.
- Demonstrate effective communication skills as part of the assessment process to gain the relevant physical, psychological, social and cultural information pertinent for the patients’ presentation.
- Demonstrate a systematic, appropriate physical assessment for patients with simple musculoskeletal, neurological and cardiorespiratory conditions.
Knowledge and Understanding
Having successfully completed this module, you will be able to demonstrate knowledge and understanding of:
- Demonstrate an understanding of the principles of human anatomy and physiology of the human body in the context of neurological, cardiorespiratory and musculoskeletal assessment related to simple case studies
- Discuss the theories of psychosocial concepts and apply these to the individual, interpersonal and societal levels as part of the physiotherapy management of simple case studies.
Syllabus
This is a shared module and the MSc students will attend lectures and practicals alongside the BSc students. The core areas of NMS, CVR and Neuro will be covered to help prepare students for their first placement starting in June.
Learning and Teaching
Teaching and learning methods
Learning will be achieved by the students attending lectures and practical sessions shared with the BSc students. In addition, the MSc students will work independently in small groups using the guided discovery learning principle to research a topic chosen by the case facilitator. The topic maybe a relevant theory that students have to research and present the evidence to the group, or a facilitated discussion of a research paper or a case study which will expand their knowledge and facilitate the development of their critical thinking. The combined teaching and learning approach will achieve the learning outcomes specified.
| Type | Hours |
|---|---|
| Practical | 80 |
| Lecture | 40 |
| Seminar | 18 |
| Wider reading or practice | 80 |
| Revision | 70 |
| Preparation for scheduled sessions | 75 |
| Tutorial | 12 |
| Total study time | 375 |
Resources & Reading list
Textbooks
Delva Shamely (2005). Pathophysiology an Essential text for the Allied Health Professions. Elsevier.
Carr J & Shepherd R (2010). Neurological Rehabilitation: Optimizing motor performance. Churchill Livingstone.
Stokes M , Stack E (2013). Physical Management for Neurological Conditions [Formerly Physical Management in Neurological Rehabilitation]. Elsevier.
Gillian Mead, Frederike van Wijck (2012). Exercise and Fitness Training After Stroke. Elsevier.
Sue Raine, Linzi Meadows, Mary Lynch-Ellerington (2009). Bobath Concept: Theory and Clinical Practice in Neurological Rehabilitation. Wiley-Blackwell.
Hengeveld, E and Banks, K (2013). Maitlands Vertebral Manipulation. Edinburgh: Churchill Livingstone.
Hengeveld, E and Banks, K (2013). Maitlands Peripheral Manipulation. Edinburgh: Churchill Livingstone.
Jones K. (2014). Neurological Assessment. Elsevier.
Shumway-Cook A and Woollacott MH (2012). Motor control : translating research into clinical practice. Lippincott Williams & Wilkins.
Mary Anne Broad, Mathew Quint, Sandy Thomas, Paul Twose (2012). Cardiorespiratory Assessment of the Adult Patient, A clinicians guide. Elsevier, Churchill Livingstone.
Hough (2017). Cardiorespiratory Care: an evidence-based, problem-solving approach. Elsevier.
Sheila Lennon, Geert Verheyden, Gita Ramdharry (2018). Neurological Physiotherapy Pocketbook. Elsevier.
Assessment
Assessment strategy
There will be two assessments aligned to this module. To assess knowledge and performance for the practical skills, and ensure you are safe to continue onto placement, two Observed Structured Clinical Exam (OSCE) exams aligned to module specific content (Musculoskeletal, Neurology and Cardiorespiratory) is utilised. To assess your critical appraisal, evaluation and synthesis skills, as well as your reflection on your learning, there will be a presentation and viva.
Each assessment or component of assessment must be passed at 50%, and one component cannot compensate for any other. Those components that are retaken will be capped at 50%.
Formative
This is how we’ll give you feedback as you are learning. It is not a formal test or exam.
Mock exam
- Assessment Type: Formative
- Feedback: Feedback from peers and staff examiner on the day of the exam.
- Final Assessment: No
- Group Work: No
Group presentation
- Assessment Type: Formative
- Feedback: Feedback from peers and staff on presentation style and content, as well as ability to answer questions related to the topic area.
- Final Assessment: No
- Group Work: No
Extended Matching Question (EMQ)
- Assessment Type: Formative
- Feedback: Self-grading of practice paper
- Final Assessment: No
- Group Work: No
Summative
This is how we’ll formally assess what you have learned in this module.
| Method | Percentage contribution |
|---|---|
| Objective Structured Clinical Examination | 50% |
| Presentation & Viva | 50% |
Referral
This is how we’ll assess you if you don’t meet the criteria to pass this module.
| Method | Percentage contribution |
|---|---|
| Presentation & Viva | 50% |
| Objective Structured Clinical Examination | 50% |
Repeat Information
Repeat type: External