Powerpoint
flipchart
anatomical models
hydraulic plinths for practical sessions.

Magee D (2007) 5th Ed Orthopaedic Physical Assessment USA: WB Saunders Company
Moore KL, Dalley AF, Agur AMR (2010) Clinically Oriented Anatomy 6th Ed. Wolters Kluwer Lippincott Williams & Wilkins, Philadelphia
Murtagh J & Kenna C (1997) Back Pain and Spinal Manipulation Great Britain: Butterworth Heinemann
Nicholas A.S. & Nicholas E.A (2011) Atlas of Osteopathic Technique 2nd Ed, Lippincott Williams & Wilkins
Stone C (1999) Science in the Art of Osteopathy Berkshire: Stanley Thornes
Ward (2002) Foundations of Osteopathic Medicine. 2nd Edition. USA. Williams & Wilkins.

websites:
www.intute.ac.uk

http://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/715782?src=mp&spon=8&uac=45197EK
Acute Low back pain in primary care How good are red flags at identifying serious abnormalities

Effects of Stride Length and Running Mileage on a Probabilistic Stress Fracture Model
http://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/714780?src=mp&spon=8&uac=45197EK

The Effect of Backpacks on the Lumbar Spine in Children: A Standing Magnetic Resonance Imaging Study
http://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/715981?src=mp&spon=8&uac=45197EK

CONTACT HOURS (96):
15 x 3 hour lectures = 45 hours
17 x 3 hour osteopathic technique workshops = 51 hours

INDEPENDENT STUDY HOURS (54):
Background reading - 30 hours
peer group osteopathic technique practice - 24 hours

OSPE 75% Learning outcomes 1 and 2 are assessed in the OSPE
Coursework (1000 words) 25% Learning outcomes 3 and 4 are assessed in the essay coursework

All elements must be passed


Additional Assessment Details:
Draft feedback for essay submission before final submission

This module aims to develop the ability to apply osteopathic principles and practices to a wide range of patient groups and conditions. Students will review the biomechanics of the body within this module, in a fully integrated format, both in function and dysfunction, in order to consolidate understanding of the complex and inter-related nature of the structure and function of the human body. This module will also provide an opportunity to look at the ranges of osteopathic management, including technique, lifestyle advice, exercises and referral mechanisms and how and when these may need to be altered.

This module will develop a high level of integration of knowledge. Students will refine and critically appraise their experiences of osteopathic approaches, taking into account all aspects of professional practice. Much of the learning at this level is directed towards integration of learning and refinement of effective communication skills to a high level and consolidating their understanding and practice of osteopathy.

Exploring structure and function relationships within specific types of pain presentations.
Consideration of the particular cases of sports injuries, geriatric, visceral and paediatric and obstetric patients.
Additional integrated biomechanics and osteopathic techniques.
Integration of a range of healthcare models
Formulation of differential diagnoses.
Adaptation in case management according to the needs of the patient.
Revision of case history structure, examination strategy and case presentation by linking and reviewing general health issues and pathologies, in a patient that happens to present with musculo skeletal dysfunction

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