Module Descriptors
APPLICATION OF OSTEOPATHIC THEORY & PRACTICE
OSTE40026
Key Facts
Faculty of Health Sciences
Level 4
15 credits
Hours of Study
Scheduled Learning and Teaching Activities: 75
Independent Study Hours: 75
Total Learning Hours: 150
Assessment
- PRACTICAL NOT IN EXAMINATION CONDITIONS weighted at 15%
- PRACTICAL NOT IN EXAMINATION CONDITIONS weighted at 45%
- COURSEWORK -ESSAY weighted at 40%
Module Details
Module Resources
Anatomical models
powerpoint
flipchart
Hydraulic plinths for practical sessions
powerpoint
flipchart
Hydraulic plinths for practical sessions
Module Texts
Kingston, B (2000) Understanding Joints: A Practical Guide to their Structure and Function. Nelson Thornes Ltd. Cheltenham
Stone, R.J. and Stone, J.A. (2011) Atlas of Skeletal Muscles. McGraw Hill
Biel, A. and Dorn, R. (2011) 4th Edn. Trail Guide to the Body: How to Locate Muscles, Bones and More. Book of Discovery
Stone, R.J. and Stone, J.A. (2011) Atlas of Skeletal Muscles. McGraw Hill
Biel, A. and Dorn, R. (2011) 4th Edn. Trail Guide to the Body: How to Locate Muscles, Bones and More. Book of Discovery
Module Learning Strategies
CONTACT HOURS (75):
lectures - 6 hours lectures
osteopathic technique practical session - 69 hours
INDEPENDENT STUDY HOURS (75):
essay preparation - 20 hours
peer/ study group practical revision - 55 hours
lectures - 6 hours lectures
osteopathic technique practical session - 69 hours
INDEPENDENT STUDY HOURS (75):
essay preparation - 20 hours
peer/ study group practical revision - 55 hours
Module Additional Assessment Details
Assessment will be both formative and summative as follows:
- Opportunities for formative feedback, both formal and informal, will be given during group work in practical sessions and via web-based short-response self tests.
- Summative assessment will be by essay and practical examination. Students will be required to pass ALL summative components of the module.
Summative Practical
Part 1 - Making and Recording Postural Observations - weighting 15% assessing LO 1
Part 2 - Examination & Treatment Techniques - weighting 45% assessing LO 2 & 4
Coursework Essay (1500 words) - weighting 40% assessing LO3
Selecting from the `Osteopathic Toolkit'
Indications and Contra-indications for osteopathic techniques
- Opportunities for formative feedback, both formal and informal, will be given during group work in practical sessions and via web-based short-response self tests.
- Summative assessment will be by essay and practical examination. Students will be required to pass ALL summative components of the module.
Summative Practical
Part 1 - Making and Recording Postural Observations - weighting 15% assessing LO 1
Part 2 - Examination & Treatment Techniques - weighting 45% assessing LO 2 & 4
Coursework Essay (1500 words) - weighting 40% assessing LO3
Selecting from the `Osteopathic Toolkit'
Indications and Contra-indications for osteopathic techniques
Module Indicative Content
This two-semester module aims to:
- Introduce students to a range of both passive and active examination techniques using observation and palpation of posture and regional body areas.
- Introduce and justify, via osteopathic principles and physiological mechanisms, the use of a range of soft tissue and articulatory techniques and their associate indications and contra-indications.
Throughout this module, emphasis will be placed on the importance of effective observation and palpatory skills and the need for a holistic approach in osteopathic examination and treatment.
- Introduce students to a range of both passive and active examination techniques using observation and palpation of posture and regional body areas.
- Introduce and justify, via osteopathic principles and physiological mechanisms, the use of a range of soft tissue and articulatory techniques and their associate indications and contra-indications.
Throughout this module, emphasis will be placed on the importance of effective observation and palpatory skills and the need for a holistic approach in osteopathic examination and treatment.
Module Special Admissions Requirements