To ensure progression from the knowledge base acquired through Exploration of OTP, students need to become increasingly proficient in the application of osteopathic principles within the realm of examination and technique to a wide range of patient groups and conditions, using knowledge about pathological changes in the body systems gained previously. Refinement of practice of sophisticated articulations will be revisited, basic introduction to high velocity thrusts and their contraindications will be taught and exercises for rehabilitation will be reviewed to enable the students to modify their range of techniques for safety and according to the needs of specific patient. The aim also to explore the variety of situations and cases in which osteopathic healthcare might be relevant. This will include an introduction to various areas of special interest within osteopathic practice which the student may opt to study further in one of the `Studies in the Field' modules as part of the Master of Osteopathy pathway.

Introduction to osteopathic manipulative techniques and their contra indications
A further exploration of osteopathic principles and philosophy
Differentiating between `mechanical' and `medical' problems and what the `osteopathic interface¿ between the two may be
Ability to explain and demonstrate exercises for rehabilitation to patients
Introduction to efficient and effective decision making abilities in the planning and performing of examination, treatment and rehabilitative exercises in simulated situations in a number of different clinical presentations (Integration of OTP OSPE preparation)

PRACTICAL 50% (10 minutes) Learning outcomes 1, 2 and 3 are assessed in the practical exam
WRITTEN EXAMINATION - 3 questions (1 hour) 50% Learning outcomes 4 & 5 are assessed in the written exam

All elements must be passed

Additional Assessment Details (include formative feedback / assessment):

CONTACT HOURS (75):
3 x 3 hour lectures = 9 hours
22 x 3 hour osteopathic technique workshops = 66 hours

INDEPENDENT STUDY HOURS (75):
35 hours assessment preparation
40 hours peer group osteopathic technique practice

DiGiovanna E & Schiowitz (2004) 3rd ed An Osteopathic Approach to Diagnosis & Treatment, New York: Lippincot-Raven
McGill S (2007) 2nd ed Low Back Disorders: Evidence based prevention and rehabilitation Canada: Human Kinetics
Moore KL, Dalley AF, Agur AMR (2010) Clinically Oriented Anatomy 6th Ed. Wolters Kluwer Lippincott Williams & Wilkins, Philadelphia
Nicholas A.S. & Nicholas E.A (2011) Atlas of Osteopathic Technique 2nd Ed, Lippincott Williams & Wilkins

Powerpoint
flipchart
anatomical models
hydraulic plinths for practical sessions.

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Students must have successfully completed all Level four modules prior to commencement of this module unless exemption has been agreed.