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On successful completion of this module students should be able to:
1. Demonstrate a knowledge and understanding of spinal functional anatomy.
2. Describe and carry out an appropriate clinical interview for adults with spinal disorders, pain and dysfunction based on the biopsychosocial model, sound clinical reasoning and evidence-based practice.
3. Describe and carry out an appropriate clinical examination of the neuro-musculoskeletal system of the lumbar, thoracic and cervical spine based on the biopsychosocial model, sound clinical reasoning and evidence-based practice.
4. Describe the aetiology, pathology, clinical presentation, and management of adults with spinal disorders, pain and dysfunction based on the biopsychosocial model, sound clinical reasoning and evidence-based practice.
5. Demonstrate a range of treatment approaches for the management of spinal disorders, pain and dysfunction based on the biopsychosocial model, sound clinical reasoning and evidence-based practice.
6. Practice in a compassionate, professional, safe, and ethical manner that recognises and respects societal, cultural and linguistic diversity.
This module consists of learning about the functional anatomy of the spine and the pathology, assessment, and treatment of musculoskeletal disorders of the spine. 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 knowledge when assessing and treating patients with spinal pain and dysfunction, and to do so in a safe, competent, respectful and evidence-based manner.
Student Effort Type | Hours |
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Lectures | 16 |
Practical | 20 |
Autonomous Student Learning | 90 |
Total | 126 |
Not applicable to this module.
Description | Timing | Component Scale | % of Final Grade | ||
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Practical Examination: Practical assessment of clinical skills at intervals throughout the module. | Varies over the Trimester | n/a | Graded | No | 45 |
Attendance: Performance and practice of practical assessment and treatment techniques. Engagement in case study discussions. | Throughout the Trimester | n/a | Graded | No | 10 |
Class Test: A within trimester short-answer quiz, taking place at or around week 11 (exact date will be confirmed). | Week 11 | n/a | Graded | No | 45 |
Resit In | Terminal Exam |
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Summer | No |
• Feedback individually to students, on an activity or draft prior to summative assessment
• Group/class feedback, post-assessment
• Peer review activities
• Self-assessment activities
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 |
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Assoc Professor Caitriona Cunningham | Lecturer / Co-Lecturer |
Assoc Professor Catherine Doody | Lecturer / Co-Lecturer |
Assoc Professor Cliona O'Sullivan | Lecturer / Co-Lecturer |