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    Overview

    Advanced level of knowledge, competence and skill in neurorehabilitation for practising physiotherapists.

    About this paper

    Paper title Neurorehabilitation
    Subject Physiotherapy
    EFTS 0.25
    Points 30 points
    Teaching period(s) Semester 2 (On campus)
    Semester 2 (Distance learning)
    Domestic Tuition Fees ( NZD ) $3,018.75
    International Tuition Fees Tuition Fees for international students are elsewhere on this website.
    Restriction
    PHTX 535
    Limited to
    MPhty, PGCertPhty, PGDipPhty
    Eligibility

    Paper and qualifications restricted to Physiotherapists.

    Paper runs subject to numbers.

    Contact
    physio.academic@otago.ac.nz
    Teaching staff

    Paper Co-ordinator: Dr. Ally Calder
    Teaching Staff: Professor Leigh Hale, Dr. Ally Calder

    Paper Structure

    This paper covers topics such as:

    • Evidence-based practice in neurorehabilitation.
    • Philosophies of care for adults and/or children with long-term neurological conditions.
    • Standardised measures for assessment and evaluation.
    • Neuropathophysiology and applied science.
    • Management interventions for body structure and function, activity and participation domains for individuals with neurological conditions.
    • Promoting health and wellness via physical activity for adults and/or children with neurological conditions.
    Teaching Arrangements

    The Distance Learning offering of this paper is a combination of remote and in-person teaching.

    On-campus and distance learning teaching includes:

    • A colloquium of location and duration will be held subject to arrangement.
    • Audio conferences held in the evenings subject to arrangement (via Zoom).
    Textbooks
    No compulsory textbooks required
    Graduate Attributes Emphasised
    Global perspective, Interdisciplinary perspective, Lifelong learning, Scholarship.
    View more information about Otago's graduate attributes.
    Learning Outcomes

    Students who successfully complete the paper should be able to:

    • Understand the impact of the social determinants of health in a New Zealand context for people requiring support for neurological and other multisystem conditions.
    • Assess, appraise, critically review and assimilate relevant literature to inform best practice.
    • Demonstrate an understanding of the components of a therapeutic alliance in the context of relevant health beliefs and behaviours.
    • Critically explore current trends in the physiotherapeutic management (assessment, treatment, and ethical principles) in a neurological/multisystem context.
    • Demonstrate an understanding of the pathophysiological and applied scientific basis of physiotherapeutic intervention in a neurological/multisystem context.
    • Understand the physiotherapist’s role, both as a team member and as a leader, in the promotion of health and wellness from a neurological/multisystem context.
    • Demonstrate effective oral and written communication skills to disseminate knowledge.

    Timetable

    Semester 2

    Location
    Dunedin
    Teaching method
    This paper is taught On Campus
    Learning management system
    Blackboard

    Semester 2

    Location
    Dunedin
    Teaching method
    This paper is taught through Distance Learning
    Learning management system
    Blackboard

    Overview

    Advanced level of knowledge, competence and skill in neurorehabilitation for practising physiotherapists.

    About this paper

    Paper title Neurorehabilitation
    Subject Physiotherapy
    EFTS 0.25
    Points 30 points
    Teaching period(s) Semester 2 (Distance learning)
    Semester 2 (On campus)
    Domestic Tuition Fees Tuition Fees for 2024 have not yet been set
    International Tuition Fees Tuition Fees for international students are elsewhere on this website.
    Restriction
    PHTX 535
    Limited to
    MPhty, PGCertPhty, PGDipPhty
    Eligibility

    Paper and qualifications restricted to Physiotherapists.

    Paper runs subject to numbers.

    Contact
    physio.academic@otago.ac.nz
    Teaching staff

    Paper Co-ordinator: Dr. Ally Calder
    Teaching Staff: Professor Leigh Hale, Dr. Ally Calder

    Paper Structure

    This paper covers topics such as:

    • Evidence-based practice in neurorehabilitation
    • Philosophies of care for adults and/or children with long-term neurological conditions
    • Standardised measures for assessment and evaluation
    • Neuropathophysiology and applied science
    • Management interventions for body structure and function, activity and participation domains for individuals with neurological conditions
    • Promoting health and wellness via physical activity for adults and/or children with neurological conditions
    Teaching Arrangements

    The Distance Learning offering of this paper is a combination of remote and in-person teaching.

    On-campus and distance learning teaching includes:

    • A colloquium of location and duration will be held subject to arrangement
    • Audio conferences held in the evenings subject to arrangement (via Zoom)
    Textbooks

    No compulsory textbooks required.

    Graduate Attributes Emphasised
    Global perspective, Interdisciplinary perspective, Lifelong learning, Scholarship.
    View more information about Otago's graduate attributes.
    Learning Outcomes

    Students who successfully complete the paper should be able to:

    • Understand the impact of the social determinants of health in a New Zealand context for people requiring support for neurological and other multisystem conditions
    • Assess, appraise, critically review and assimilate relevant literature to inform best practice
    • Demonstrate an understanding of the components of a therapeutic alliance in the context of relevant health beliefs and behaviours
    • Critically explore current trends in the physiotherapeutic management (assessment, treatment, and ethical principles) in a neurological/multisystem context
    • Demonstrate an understanding of the pathophysiological and applied scientific basis of physiotherapeutic intervention in a neurological/multisystem context
    • Understand the physiotherapist’s role, both as a team member and as a leader, in the promotion of health and wellness from a neurological/multisystem context
    • Demonstrate effective oral and written communication skills to disseminate knowledge

    Timetable

    Semester 2

    Location
    Dunedin
    Teaching method
    This paper is taught through Distance Learning
    Learning management system
    Blackboard

    Semester 2

    Location
    Dunedin
    Teaching method
    This paper is taught On Campus
    Learning management system
    Blackboard
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