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SUBJECT OUTLINESubject Name:Subject Code:Introduction to Musculoskeletal TherapiesMSTP2SECTION 1 – GENERAL INFORMATIONAward/s:Total Course Credit Points:Level:Undergraduate Certificate in History and Philosophy of Complementary Medicine121st YearUndergraduate Certificate in Lifestyle Coaching101st YearDuration:1 SemesterSubject is:CoreSubject Credit Points:2Student Workload:No. timetabled hours per week:3No. personal study hours per week:2Total hours per week:5Delivery Mode*: On campus Online / Digital Blended IntensiveWeekly Session Format/s - 1 session per week: eLearning modules:Lectures: Interactive adaptive online learning modulesTutorials: can include asynchronous tutor moderated discussion forum andactivities, learning journal activities or other web-based resources*All modes are supported by the online learning management system which will include subject documents suchas handouts, readings and assessment guides. A ‘session’ is made up of 3 hours of timetabled / online study time per week unless otherwise specified. Eachsubject has a set number of sessions as outlined above.Study Pattern: Full TimePre-requisites:NilCo-requisites:Nil Part TimeSECTION 2 – ACADEMIC DETAILSSubject RationaleThis subject provides an in introduction to manual therapies and gives the student a comprehensive foundationfor interdisciplinary understanding within the field of complementary medicine. There are numerous disciplineswithin manual therapies, including massage, myotherapy, musculoskeletal therapy, physiotherapy, chiropractic,osteopathy, tui na and kinesiology, etc. In the context of each discipline, students examine the different approachesin the treatment of conditions affecting the neuromusculoskeletal system. In addition, students will learn how toundertake self-treatment for common musculoskeletal ailments.Australian College of Natural Medicine Pty Ltd trading as Endeavour College of Natural Health, FIAFitnation (National CRICOS #00231G, RTO #31489)MSTP2 Introduction to Musculoskeletal TherapiesVersion: 6.0Last modified: 9-Jul-2021Page 1 of 5
Learning Outcomes1.Identify and discuss the aims and diversity of approaches within manual therapies.2.Compare and contrast the core concepts within musculoskeletal therapy, chiropractic, osteopathy andphysiotherapy.3.Identify and respond effectively to ethical issues in manual therapies practice.4.Describe the application of the range of manual therapies therapeutic methods and their uses.Assessment TasksTypeLearning OutcomesAssessedSession ContentDeliveredDueWeightingForum only:Sessions 1, 5,7, 8, 12 & 13 6 Discussion Forums &7 Activitiesweekly posts1-41-13(minimum 150 words,each)Written Reflectionethics case study3Activity plusforum:12%(6 x 2%) 28%Sessions 2, 3,4, 6, 9, 10, &11(7 x 4%)1-10Week 1320%1-13FinalExaminationPeriod40%(750 words)Final Written Examshort answer1-4(1 hour)All written assessments and online quizzes are due at 11:55 p.m. Sunday and submitted through the LMSPrescribed Readings:NilRecommended Readings:1. Casanelia, L., & Stelfox, D. (2010). Foundations of massage (3rd ed). Churchill Livingstone Elsevier. [ebookavailable].2. Smith, J. (2005). Structural bodywork. Churchill Livingstone Elsevier.3. Zetler, J., & Bonello, R. (2012). Essentials of law, ethics and professional issues for CAM. Churchill LivingstoneElsevier.Australian College of Natural Medicine Pty Ltd trading as Endeavour College of Natural Health, FIAFitnation (National CRICOS #00231G, RTO #31489)MSTP2 Introduction to Musculoskeletal TherapiesVersion: 6.0Last modified: 9-Jul-2021Page 2 of 5
Subject ContentWeek1.LecturesTutorials / PracticalsIntroduction (Subject Outline / Subject Aims /Assessment / Teaching Resources)Activities are developed to allow the students toexplore relevant concepts, expand on ideas andhave peer and lecturer interaction. Activities alsoallow for formative assessment and feedback.History of Manual TherapiesTouch: what makes it healing?Forum DiscussionMassage around the worldIntroductory Webinaro AsianOverview and expectations of the subjecto Africano Questionsandassessmentso Europeano South Americandiscussionabouto Information managementBone setting in traditional culturesBenefits of touch therapies2.Soft Tissue Therapies in AustraliaForum DiscussionRecent historyActivity:Swedish massageMassage techniques: Effleurage, petrissageSpa/relaxation massageSports massageFoot and hand reflexology3.Remedial TechniquesForum DiscussionRemedial massageActivity:Tui naDraw your referral pattern from a trigger pointTrigger point therapyMuscle energy techniques4.Proprietary TechniquesForum DiscussionStructural integration/Rolfing Activity:Myofascial releaseEthical issues: Scope of practice; informedconsentBowen Therapy Lymphatic drainageVisceral manipulation5.PhysiotherapyForum DiscussionHistory and practiceSpecialitiesTechniques of physiotherapyBeneficial effects of physiotherapy6.Osseous ManipulationForum DiscussionChiropracticActivity:History and practiceEthical issues: Pain and abuseAustralian College of Natural Medicine Pty Ltd trading as Endeavour College of Natural Health, FIAFitnation (National CRICOS #00231G, RTO #31489)MSTP2 Introduction to Musculoskeletal TherapiesVersion: 6.0Last modified: 9-Jul-2021Page 3 of 5
Chiropractic around the worldSubluxation theoryTechniques of chiropracticBeneficial effects of chiropractic7.OsteopathyForum DiscussionHistory and practiceOsteopathy around the worldTechniques of osteopathyBeneficial effects of osteopathySacro-occipital technique/cranio-sacralTreatment of infants and childreno Resolving birth traumaNON-TEACHING WEEK (note that make-up classes may be scheduled in this week)Online students – The non-teaching week falls between Weeks 7 and 88.Myotherapy/Musculoskeletal TherapyForum DiscussionHistoryPrinciplesTreatment of painPain gate theoryDescending pain inhibition9.MyotherapyForum DiscussionAssessment methodsActivity:Postural alignmentPostural self-analysisRange of movementPalpation10.Myotherapy (continued)Forum DiscussionDiagnostic testingActivity:o Special testing and joint examinationScapulo-humeral motion testo Neurodynamic testingTreatment techniqueso Joint mobilisationo Neurodynamic techniqueso Dry needling ElectrostimulationTENS11.Energetics of Touch TherapiesForum DiscussionConnecting with a client through touchActivity:Energy in the handsEthical issues: MisconductAnalog communication in the tissuesAustralian College of Natural Medicine Pty Ltd trading as Endeavour College of Natural Health, FIAFitnation (National CRICOS #00231G, RTO #31489)MSTP2 Introduction to Musculoskeletal TherapiesVersion: 6.0Last modified: 9-Jul-2021Page 4 of 5
Influencing tensegrityEnergetic boundaries12.Exercise TherapyForum DiscussionSelf-stretchesCorrecting patternsCorrecting postureStrength development13.Review of Scope of Manual TherapiesForum DiscussionTreating pain and loss of motionLegal status in AustraliaMultimodality practicesCross referralEthical considerations for practice14.Non-Teaching Week/Practical Examination Week 1Note that make-up classes may be scheduled in this week15.Non-Teaching Week/Practical Examination Week 2Note that make-up classes may be scheduled in this week16.Final Examination Week 1Students are required to sit examinations using the Respondus Lockdown Browser software per theExamination Policy - Higher Education. Refer to the LMS for exam opening and closing times.17.Final Examination Week 2Students are required to sit examinations using the Respondus Lockdown Browser software per theExamination Policy - Higher Education. Refer to the LMS for exam opening and closing times.Australian College of Natural Medicine Pty Ltd trading as Endeavour College of Natural Health, FIAFitnation (National CRICOS #00231G, RTO #31489)MSTP2 Introduction to Musculoskeletal TherapiesVersion: 6.0Last modified: 9-Jul-2021Page 5 of 5
Jul 09, 2021 · Sports massage Foot and hand reflexology Forum Discussion Activity: Massage techniques: Effleurage, petrissage 3. Remedial Techniques Remedial massage Tui na Trigger point therapy Muscle energy techniques Forum Discussion Activit
