GMED2012

GMED2012: Introductory Musculoskeletal Science

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Which units require GMED2012?

GMED2012 is a prerequisite for 2 units.

What is GMED2012 about?

This unit provides an introductory biopsychosocial approach to musculoskeletal health across the life-span. Clinically-orientated anatomy and pathology are applied in the context of individuals with common musculoskeletal disorders in first-contact primary care settings. Evidence-informed, person-centred assessment and management based on a biopsychosocial framework is developed. Information is gathered from the individual using multidimensional screening tools, medical notes / referral letters, medical imaging, observation and physical assessment procedures. Clinical assessment findings are analysed and common patterns of clinical presentation identified. Principles of clinical decision-making about selection, rationalisation and application of treatment and management are considered, focused on evidence-based high-value care to achieve an optimised return to function. Principles include patient-centred education, graded movement exposure, exercise interventions and physical activity programs, manual therapy, facilitating healthy lifestyle behaviours and appropriate referral to other health care practitioners. Effective person-centred verbal and interprofessional digital communication skills are developed in a musculoskeletal context.

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Unit details

Credits25

Contact Hours5 Weekly

Result TypeGrade/Mark

AreaCurtin School of Allied Health (1278)

Field of Education060101 General Medicine

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How this unit is taught

Tutorial 1 - Skills Lab 11 x 1 hour weekly
Tutorial 2 - Skills Lab 21 x 2 hours weekly
WIL- Seminar Masterclass1 x 3 hours once only
Lecture1 x 1 hour weekly
Tutorial 3 - Skills Lab 31 x 1 hour weekly

Prerequisites

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BH-PHYTHv2Bachelor of Science (Physiotherapy) (Honours)Concurrent
B-PHYTHAdmission into B-PHYTH - Bachelor of Science (Physiotherapy)

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BH-PHYTHv2Bachelor of Science (Physiotherapy) (Honours)Concurrent
B-PHYTHAdmission into B-PHYTH - Bachelor of Science (Physiotherapy)

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PATH5003Evidence for Foundations of Clinical Exercise
GMED6009Fundamentals of Management of Pain Disorders
PATH2006Fundamentals of Clinical Pathophysiology

MX-PHYTHv4Doctor of PhysiotherapyConcurrent
MG-PHYTHAdmission into MG-PHYTH - Master of Physiotherapy

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MX-PHYTHv4Doctor of PhysiotherapyConcurrent
MG-PHYTHAdmission into MG-PHYTH - Master of Physiotherapy

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PATH5003Evidence for Foundations of Clinical Exercise
GMED6009Fundamentals of Management of Pain Disorders
PATH2006Fundamentals of Clinical Pathophysiology