PHT531 - PHYSIOTHERAPY IN SPINAL REHABILITATION

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UNIVERSITI TEKNOLOGI MARA
Course Name (English) PHYSIOTHERAPY IN SPINAL REHABILITATION
Course Code PHT531
MQF Credit 3
Course Description This course aimed to develop an understanding of applied anatomy and biomechanics of the spine and sacroiliac joint with an emphasis on orthopedic conditions affecting the vertebral column and trunk. Student continued to develop the hypothesis related to the symptom/s using hypothesis-reduction model was emphasized. Evaluate and treatment to meet short and long-term patients goal to formulate treatment of spinal dysfunction was third major focus. The outcomes measures and different concepts of approaches such as McKenzie, spinal mobilization, and bio psychosocial model which will be integrated into the management of patients.
Transferable Skills 1. Knowledge and Understanding
2. Practical Skills
3. Cognitive Skills
Teaching Methodologies Lectures, Case Study, Practical Classes, Tutorial, Discussion
CLO
CLO1 1. Explain the principle of function and dysfunction of spinal condition, doctor and physiotherapy management of bone and vertebral joint, muscles and soft tissues, neurodynamic nerve (PLO1-C4).
CLO2 2. Display physiotherapy practical skills in assessment, differential diagnosis and treatment for patients with spinal dysfunction (PLO2-P4).
CLO3 3. Analyze the assessment findings based on hypothetical reduction model of spinal dysfunction (PLO3 – C5).
Pre-Requisite Courses No course recommendations
Reading List
Recommended Text
  • Nicola J. Petty, Musculoskeletal Examination and Assessment - Volume 1, 4th Ed., - [ISBN: 0702067172]
  • Nicola J. Petty 2017, Principles of Musculoskeletal Treatment and Management - Volume 2, 4th Ed., Elsevier Health Science London, UK [ISBN: 0702067199]
Article/Paper ListThis Course does not have any article/paper resources
Other References
  • Book David J. Magee. 2014, Orthopedic Physical Assessment. 6th Revised edition. , Elsevier Health Sciences, London > UK
  • Book Chad Cook, Eric J. Hegedus 2013, Orthopedic Physical Examination Tests,, Prentice Hall
  • Book Hengeveld, E. & Banks, K 2013, Maitland's Vertebral Manipulation,8th revision ed , Elsevier Health Sciences, London, UK
  • Book Susan B. O'Sullivan,Thomas J. Schmitz,George D. Fulk, 2013, Physical Rehabilitation,, F A Davis Company.