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Introduction to the principles and importance of physical activity and therapeutic exercise for physiotherapy practice, with a focus on the practical application of knowledge.
Paper title | Physical Activity for Physiotherapy Practice |
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Paper code | PHTY256 |
Subject | Physiotherapy |
EFTS | 0.0950 |
Points | 12 points |
Teaching period | Semester 2 (On campus) |
Domestic Tuition Fees (NZD) | $703.48 |
International Tuition Fees | Tuition Fees for international students are elsewhere on this website. |
- Limited to
- BPhty
- Contact
- More information link
View more information on the School of Physiotherapy's website
- Teaching staff
Dr Cathy Chapple
Dr Meredith Perry
Dr Emily Gray
Claire Hargest- Textbooks
Kisner, C. & Colby, L.A. (2012). Therapeutic Exercise: Foundations and Techniques. 6th edition. Philadelphia: FA Davis Company
- Graduate Attributes Emphasised
Global Perspective, Lifelong Learning, Scholarship, Communication, Critical Thinking, Cultural Understanding, Self-motivation, Teamwork
View more information about Otago's graduate attributes.- Learning Outcomes
By the end of the paper the students will be able to:
- Appreciate the role that physical activity and exercise plays in the development, maintenance, restoration and optimisation of health and well-being across the lifespan
- Apply theoretically the principles of safe and effective exercise prescription to selected populations relevant to physiotherapy practice
- Design and deliver physical activity/exercise
interventions to selected populations relevant to physiotherapy practice demonstrating:
- Knowledge of biological adaptations to exercise
- Practical skills in the prescription, teaching, monitoring and progression of exercise
- Utilise person / whānau centred care in exercise prescription and the delivery of exercise interventions