Handbook

Musculoskeletal conditions and injuries are highly prevalent in Australia and place a substantial burden on individuals and communities through the need for health care services, disruption to daily life, and lost productivity. Students will be supported to apply evidence-based strategies to manage clients with a range of musculoskeletal diagnoses and movement impairments. Students will apply knowledge of functional anatomy and musculoskeletal pathophysiology and develop practical skills in physical examination and clinical movement assessment. Students will also obtain and evaluate data to guide initial exercise prescriptions and evaluate client progress. Students will develop an awareness of the psychosocial issues associated with chronic musculoskeletal and movement impairments and use this knowledge to support clients and provide effective communication. After completing this subject, students will be able to conduct effective initial consultations to evaluate client needs, assess functional movement capabilities, and design and deliver safe and effective movement interventions to improve health and functional outcomes for people with musculoskeletal conditions and injuries.