Musculoskeletal Management of the Lower Quadrant
Introduction
This module is aimed at physiotherapists specialising in musculoskeletal conditions particularly working with lower limb rehabilitation.
These aims are in line with the requirements for membership of the Musculoskeletal Association of Chartered Physiotherapists.
Benefits of taking the module
The aims of the module are to enhance your expertise and innovative management of neuro-musculoskeletal dysfunctions of the lower quadrant and to develop your advanced clinical skills within neuro-musculoskeletal conditions of the lower quadrant.
What you learn will be supported by face to face teaching sessions including workshops and practical sessions. In order to prepare for the teaching sessions learning materials and specific tasks will be delivered via distance learning.
General areas covered
- Critically evaluate and reflect on comprehensive management of lower quadrant neuro-musculoskeletal dysfunctions and its impact upon therapeutic services
- Critically evaluate and reflect on the theory and evidence that underpins and challenges contemporary concepts of neuro-musculoskeletal management, and clinical practice
- Demonstrate your ability to use advanced clinical skills for the lower quadrant and critically justify and reflect on their application within clinical practice
Skills gained for the workplace
You will develop your practice in line with requirements for registration with the Musculoskeletal Association of Chartered Physiotherapists (MACP). You will be able to pass on your gained knowledge to others, improving overall effectiveness and patient outcome.
The MACP is the UK based specialist interest group within the International Federation of Orthopaedic Manipulative Physical Therapists (IFOMPT).
Fees and Funding for 2024/25
| Indicative price for stand-alone module |
Home student: £1,720 EU / International students: £2,870 - this is part-time study and therefore cannot provide sponsorship for Tier 4. |
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| How to apply |
To apply for a self-funded place, please complete and return the application form below:
To apply for a Workforce Development / Workforce Transformation funding WDF/WTF funded place, please complete and return the relevant application form below: Further information and Workforce Development Funding / CPD Funding online application form |
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Entry requirements
BSc Hons Physiotherapy with at least 2 years recent post graduate clinical experience in neuro-musculoskeletal practice.
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Attendance
Delivery Method:
This module is delivered at our Collegiate Crescent Campus
View our statement on notional study hours »
Provisional timetable
January 2025 intake:
23/01/25
Thur
24/01/25
Fri
13/02/25
Thur
14/02/25
Fri
12/03/25
Wed
13/03/25
Thur
14/03/25
Fri
09/04/25
Wed
10/04/25
Thur
11/04/25
Fri
Assessments 22/05/25
Thursday
Assessments 23/05/25
Friday
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Assessment
Module assessment is made up of one or more assessment tasks. The assessment task(s) for this module are:
- Written Assignment
- Practical Examination
Successful completion of this module will earn you 30 level 7 credits
Further details
For further information please contact the module leader David Alderson - d.alderson@shu.ac.uk
David Alderson - Module Lead - d.alderson@shu.ac.uk I work part-time (Mon, Thurs and Fri)