PHTY20010 Musculoskeletal II: The Lower Limb

Academic Year 2022/2023

This module builds upon previous musculoskeletal-related modules and will introduce students to the biopsychosocial-based assessment and management of musculoskeletal disorders of the lower limb in adults and children, including soft tissue injuries and fractures. Students will develop the ability to undertake a safe, thorough clinical assessment of the lower limb and select and implement appropriate physiotherapy management interventions. Students will develop and integrate their theoretical and practical knowledge within a framework of clinical reasoning and evidence-based practice.

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Curricular information is subject to change

Learning Outcomes:

On successful completion of this module students should be able to:
1. Describe the aetiology, pathology, clinical presentation, and management of adult and paediatric soft tissue disorders and fractures of the lower limb.
2. Carry out an appropriate musculoskeletal-focused clinical examination of the lower limb.
3. Demonstrate a range of management strategies and treatment approaches for the management of lower limb musculoskeletal dysfunction based on the biopsychosocial model, sound clinical reasoning and evidence-based practice.
4. Practice in a compassionate, professional, safe, and ethical manner that recognises and respects societal, cultural and linguistic diversity.

Indicative Module Content:

This module consists of learning about the pathology, assessment, and treatment of musculoskeletal disorders of the lower limb. This learning is set within a biopsychosocial/evidence-based practice framework. This module will develop the clinical knowledge and reasoning with which to prepare students for clinical placements during which they will have the opportunity to apply this learning when assessing and treating patients with lower limb disorders, and to do so in a safe, competent, respectful and evidence-based manner.

Student Effort Hours: 
Student Effort Type Hours
Lectures

12
Small Group

20
Autonomous Student Learning

90
Total

122
Approaches to Teaching and Learning:
Lectures and practical classes taught according to competency-based teaching and learning methods; via didactic lectures and interactive practical sessions incorporating case-based learning and discussion. 
Requirements, Exclusions and Recommendations
Learning Exclusions:

This module is only suitable for students registered to the B.Sc Physiotherapy programme


Module Requisites and Incompatibles
Pre-requisite:
PHTY10100 - Physio Practice I(Clinic Ed I)

Co-requisite:
PHTY20040 - Musculoskeletal III: The Spine, PHTY20070 - Musculoskeletal I


 
Assessment Strategy  
Description Timing Open Book Exam Component Scale Must Pass Component % of Final Grade
Examination: Open book, written paper. 1 hour End of Trimester Exam Yes Graded No

45
Attendance: Performance and practice of practical assessment and treatment techniques. Engagement in case study discussions. Throughout the Trimester n/a Other No

10
Practical Examination: Practical assessment of clinical skills at intervals throughout module. Varies over the Trimester n/a Graded No

45

Carry forward of passed components
Yes
 
Resit In Terminal Exam
Autumn Yes - 1 Hour
Please see Student Jargon Buster for more information about remediation types and timing. 
Feedback Strategy/Strategies

• Feedback individually to students, on an activity or draft prior to summative assessment
• Group/class feedback, post-assessment
• Peer review activities
• Self-assessment activities

How will my Feedback be Delivered?

Formative feedback on the practical skills component of this module will be provided to you throughout the module based on peer and lecturer/clinical tutor observations during practical sessions.

Name Role
Assoc Professor Caitriona Cunningham Lecturer / Co-Lecturer
Dr Cailbhe Doherty Lecturer / Co-Lecturer
Assoc Professor Ulrik McCarthy Persson Lecturer / Co-Lecturer
Ms Marie O'Mir Lecturer / Co-Lecturer
Assoc Professor Cliona O'Sullivan Lecturer / Co-Lecturer
Dr Keith Smart Lecturer / Co-Lecturer
Orla Deegan Tutor