Prerequisites
HBS1104 - Clinical Skills 1
HBO1004 - Biomedical Science for Osteopathy 4
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Learning Outcomes
1. | Demonstrate an understanding of the history taking process and record key components of a presenting complaint, medical and systems history; | ||
2. | Perform and interpret a musculoskeletal physical examination of the lower extremity; | ||
3. | Review diagnostic imaging that may be used in the diagnosis & management of conditions of the lower extremity; and | ||
4. | Apply and explain the principles of osteopathic manual techniques and management strategies of the lower extremity. |
Assessment
Assessment type | Description | Grade |
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Report | History taking (300 words) | 15% |
Case Study | Group CBL Worksheets (300 words) | 15% |
Practicum | Peer Marked Observed Performance in a Simulated Setting (OPSS) | 10% |
Examination | 30 minute Final Observed Performance in a Simulated Setting (OPSS) (Hurdle Requirement) | 60% |
Required reading
Clinical Sports Medicine Volume 1 5th ed.
Brukner, S & Kahn, K. (2019)
New York, US: McGraw-Hill Education
Greeman's Principles of Manual Medicine 5th ed.
DeStefano, L. (2016)
Philadelphia, US: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins
Orthopaedic physical assessment 6th ed.
Magee, D. J. (2014)
St Louis, US: Elsevier
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