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    Overview

    A rehabilitation perspective on the assessment and management of musculoskeletal syndromes including back pain, regional pain disorders (including OOS), inflammatory arthritis, osteoarthritis and limb amputation.

    REHB 703 is a specialized course focused on the assessment and management of musculoskeletal disorders, including chronic pain conditions, arthritis, and amputations. It offers the latest insights in rehabilitation science to help individuals with chronic musculoskeletal conditions lead better lives.

    The paper aims to deepen understanding of the rehabilitation process for a variety of musculoskeletal disorders. It is designed to be accessible to students without medical backgrounds, providing knowledge on assessments and treatment strategies. Emphasis is placed on commonalities across different musculoskeletal conditions, particularly in chronic pain management. The course also explores the evaluation of treatment effectiveness, addressing the key question: "Does it work?"

    About this paper

    Paper title Musculoskeletal Rehabilitation
    Subject Rehabilitation
    EFTS 0.25
    Points 30 points
    Teaching period Semester 2 (Distance learning)
    Domestic Tuition Fees ( NZD ) $3,289.50
    International Tuition Fees Tuition Fees for international students are elsewhere on this website.
    Limited to
    MHealSc, PGDipRehab, PGCertRehab, PGDipPhty, PGDipHealSc, MPhty
    Eligibility

    Suitable for people who hold a degree or diploma from a New Zealand university or are in an appropriate profession approved by the academic board.

    If you have not already done so, please contact the department for course advice before selecting your programme, rtru.uow@otago.ac.nz

    Contact

    rtru.uow@otago.ac.nz

    Teaching staff

    Dr Hemakumar Devan

    Teaching Arrangements

    This Distance Learning paper is taught remotely.

    Regular interaction with classmates and paper tutors via Zoom videoconferencing and the online learning platform, Moodle. Additional on-line events to support whakawhanaunatunga (establishing relationships), and skills development, within the broader Rehabilitation Teaching and Research Unit learning community.

    Textbooks
    Textbooks are not required for this paper.
    Graduate Attributes Emphasised
    Interdisciplinary perspective, Critical thinking, Research.
    View more information about Otago's graduate attributes.
    Learning Outcomes

    Students successfully completing this paper will:

    • Gain an in-depth understanding of the theory and current literature relevant to assessment and management of musculoskeletal disorders
    • Develop the skills and knowledge to implement an evidence-based approach to the provision of rehabilitation for musculoskeletal disorders

    Timetable

    Semester 2

    Location
    Wellington
    Teaching method
    This paper is taught through Distance Learning
    Learning management system
    Moodle
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