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Overview
What you will study
On successful completion of the Musculoskeletal Management of the Lower Limb course offered by The University of Lancashire, you will be able to:
- Demonstrate and critically evaluate, accurate and effective clinical assessment and examination of patients with lower limb musculoskeletal disorders.
- Demonstrate and critically evaluate advanced clinical reasoning processes in the diagnosis, investigation and management of patients with MSK lower limb disorders
- Critically discuss and evaluate a biopsychosocial approach to holistic assessment and treatment planning.
- Critically evaluate and synthesise the contemporary evidence base to support and inform the management of lower limb dysfunction.
Programme Structure
The program focuses on:
- Clinical and Diagnostic Skills
- 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.
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 3 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- StartingApply anytime.
More details
- For further information and to obtain an application form please email the university’s CPD Team.
Language
English
IELTS 6.5
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Credits
20 alternative credits
Delivered
On Campus
Campus Location
- Preston, United Kingdom
Disciplines
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Academic requirements
GPA Lower Second Class
English requirements
IELTS 6.5
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Other requirements
General requirements
- Applicants should hold at least 2:2 degree in related subject
- Applicants must hold a Bachelor of Medicine or a Bachelor of Surgery qualification, or relevant professional qualification in 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
- A satisfactory criminal records declaration (DBS/Disclosure Scotland) is required for this course
Tuition Fees
Living costs
Preston
United Kingdom
751 - 1425 GBP / month
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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