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Overview
What you will study
On successful completion of the Musculoskeletal Management of Spinal Dysfunction course offered by University of Central Lancashire (UCLan) , you will be able to:
- Demonstrate and critically evaluate, accurate and effective clinical assessment and examination of patients with spinal disorders.
- Demonstrate and critically evaluate advanced clinical reasoning processes in the diagnosis, investigation and management of patients with spinal disorders.
- Critically discuss and evaluate a biopsychosocial approach to holistic assessment and treatment planning for individuals with spinal disorders..
- Critically evaluate and synthesise the contemporary evidence base to support and inform the management of spinal disorders.
Programme Structure
The program focuses on:
- Effective communication and consultation strategies
- Clinical history taking skills
- Practical clinical assessment skills of lower limb regions
- Normal neuromusculoskeletal anatomy of the lower limb
- Pathophysiological changes and process in common lower limb pathologies
- Clinical reasoning and diagnostics
- MSK management and treatment planning
- Surgical indication and management of lower limb disorders
- Pharmacological / prescribing interventions in MSK management
- Pre-, peri- and post-operative issues
- Radiological imaging and interventions in lower limb pathology including indications for X-Ray, Ultrasound, MRI, CT.
- Biopsychosocial assessment and interventions
- Critical literature searching, appraisal and evaluation skills
- Reflective practice theories and application
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 4 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- StartingApplication deadline not specified.
Language
English
Credits
20 alternative credits
Delivered
On Campus
Disciplines
Health Sciences View 587 other Short Courses in Health Sciences in United KingdomAcademic requirements
GPA Required
English requirements
We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.
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Other requirements
General requirements
- Applicants should hold at least a 2:2 degree in a related subject
- Applicants must hold a Bachelor of Medicine or Surgery qualification or relevant professional qualification in a related field
- Applications from other related professions will be considered on an individual basis
- Be actively engaged in or have access to clinical experience in musculoskeletal practice in order to support learning within the programme
- IELTS: Score of at least 6.5 or equivalent
Tuition Fee
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International
972 GBP/fullTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 972 GBP for the full programme during 4 months. -
National
972 GBP/fullTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 972 GBP for the full programme during 4 months.
Living costs for Preston
751 - 1425 GBP /month
Living costs
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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