Prerequisites for Module
None in addition to course entry requirements.
Corequisite Modules
None required
Precluded Modules
Nothing
Aims of Module
To enable the student to relate and apply basic knowledge of anatomy to human movemnet and function.
To develop skills in handling,positioning, communication and professionalism.
Learning Outcomes for Module
On completion of this module, students are expected to be able to:
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Accurately and professionally palpate, where appropriate bony landmarks, joint lines and tissues.
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Explain the biomechanical principles underpinning normal movement and function.
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Perform safely and effectively limb handling, joint range of motion, muscle testing and functional measurements.
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Demonstrate a range of professional behaviour and communication skills.
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Explain the structure and function of a muscle and relate this to its function.
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Indicative Module Content
Palpation and surface marking tio include: the upper limbs,trunk,bony points, joint lines, course of the main nerves, arteries, dermatomes,lungs, pleura, heart, and pulses. Introduction to effective and comfortable handling and positioning of self and patient. Introduction to the principles of goniometry and application to measurement of joint range of motion in the upper limb and trunk. Muscle testing and application. Consent. Principles of passive movements in the upper lim Functional and girth measurements (including chest expansion).bs. Demonstration of the normal active range of movement and awareness of the factors which limit motion.Observation and analysis of simple movements and functional activities. Definition of normal posture, observation and analysis of individual variations. Communication skills. Professionalism (behaviour, hygiene, uniform). Biomechanics and biomechanical properties of tissue in relation to human movement. Connective tissue –bone, ligaments, and tendons and their responses to loading and exercise. Skeletal muscle structure- mechanisms of contraction. Contractile and metabolic characteristics of different fibre types. Recruitment patterns in different activities. Introduction to massage and soft tissue mobilisations.
| Indicative Student Workload
Directed Study
| Full Time |
| 50 |
Private Study
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| 50 | On line directed study and discission fora
| 25 | Practicals
| 25 |
Mode of Delivery
Practical,sessions, on line support material.
Assessment Plan
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Learning Outcomes Assessed
| | Component 1 | 1,2,3,4,5
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The module is assessed by an OSPE. In addition the module requires a minimum of 80% attendance
Indicative Bibliography
| 1. | 1. CAEL, C., 2010. Functional Anatomy. Baltimore, MD: Lippincott Williams and Wilkins.
2. FOX, J. and DAY, R., 2009. A Physiotherapist’s Guide to Clinical Measurement. Philadelphia, PA: Churchill Livingstone.
3. DRAKE, R.L., VOGL, W. AND MITCHELL, W.M., 2005. Gray’s Anatomy for Students. Philadelphia, PA: Churchill Livingstone.
4. PALASTANGA, N., FIELD, D. AND SOAMES, R., 2002. Anatomy and human movement. 4th ed. Edinburgh: Butterworth Heinemann
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