Module Details

Module Code: PHIO H3161
Module Title: Movement Dysfunction
Title: Movement Dysfunction
Module Level:: 8
Credits:: 5
Module Coordinator: Paula Rankin
Module Author:: Jennifer Wallace
Domains:  
Module Description: To encompass all aspects of assessment and management of movement dysfunction syndromes of the musculoskeletal system
 
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
# Learning Outcome Description
LO1 Be knowledgeable in the background theory and approaches advocated by experts and research in the field of movement dysfunction and stability retraining
LO2 Demonstrate critical application of knowledge in assessing and classifying movement dysfunction syndromes of the musculoskeletal system
LO3 Demonstrate critical application of knowledge regarding therapeutic management of movement dysfunction syndromes of the musculoskeletal system
Dependencies
Module Recommendations

This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is recommended before enrolment in this module.
No recommendations listed
Co-requisite Modules
No Co-requisite modules listed
Additional Requisite Information
No Co Requisites listed
 
Indicative Content
Theory 1.1
Background of movement dysfunction and clinical instability
Theory 1.2
Functional anatomy of the stabilising systems in different regions of the body
Theory 1.3
Classification of movement dysfunction syndromes/impairments
Theory 1.4
Clinical reasoning and appropriate application of treatment techniques
Practical 1.1
Appropriate assessment of movement dysfunction syndromes
Practical 1.2
Appropriate classification of movement dysfunction syndromes
Practical 1.3
Appropriate implementation of manual therapy techniques
Practical 1.4
Rehabilitation of movement dysfunction syndromes and prescription of corrective exercise and stability retraining programmes
Module Content & Assessment
Assessment Breakdown%
Continuous Assessment30.00%
Practical70.00%

Assessments

Full Time

Continuous Assessment
Assessment Type Other % of Total Mark 30
Timing n/a Learning Outcomes 1,2,3
Non-marked No
Assessment Description
Continuous assessment may include submission of course related work and/or practical examination
No Project
Practical
Assessment Type Practical/Skills Evaluation % of Total Mark 70
Timing Sem 1 End Learning Outcomes 2,3
Non-marked No
Assessment Description
Practical Oral Exam
No End of Module Formal Examination
Reassessment Requirement
Exam Board
It is at the discretion of the Examination Board as to what the qualifying criteria are.

SETU Carlow Campus reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment

 

Module Workload

Workload: Full Time
Workload Type Workload Category Contact Type Workload Description Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload Hours
Lecture Contact Lecture 12 Weeks per Stage 2.00 24
Practicals Contact Practical class 12 Weeks per Stage 3.00 36
Independent Learning Non Contact Independent Learning 15 Weeks per Stage 4.33 65
Total Weekly Contact Hours 5.00
 
Module Resources
Recommended Book Resources
  • Jull G et al. (2015), Grieve’s Modern Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy, 4th edition. Elsevier.
  • Lee D. (2011), The Pelvic Girdle: An Integration of Clinical Expertise and Research, 4th edition. Churchill Livingstone.
  • Comerford M, Mottram S. (2012), Kinetic Control: The Management of Uncontrolled Movement, Elsevier Churchill Livingstone.
  • Sahrmann S. (2001), Diagnosis and Treatment of Movement Impairment Syndromes, 1st edition. Elsevier.
This module does not have any article/paper resources
Other Resources
  • Journal of Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy Science and Practice.
  • Spine.
  • Medicine and Science in Sport and Exercise.
  • Physical Therapy in Sport.
Discussion Note: