This module aims to develop an advanced level of theoretical knowledge and application of peripheral and vertebral mobilisation techniques.
Students will review current literature published on mobilisation techniques (including Maitland and Mulligan) which can be used to treat a range of peripheral and vertebral pathologies. Students will then be required to transfer the theory into practice by applying the range of mobilisations to peripheral and vertebral case scenarios.

1. Coursework Assessment: Complete a literature review to synthesise and critically evaluate the current body of evidence for the use of mobilisation in the treatment and rehabilitation of neuromusculoskeletal pathologies. Learning outcome 2.
2. Practical Assessment: Apply safe, appropriate and effective mobilisation techniques to a range of peripheral and vertebral joints. Learning outcome 1.

In order to provide the best learning experience to our students, the sport therapy team is committed to providing an environment that supports and encourages students to develop their knowledge, understanding and technical skills. To achieve this, we use a variety of teaching and learning techniques to meet the diverse needs of our students. These techniques include, but are not limited to, problem-based learning, context-based learning, simulation, and peer to peer learning. This approach ensures that students are able to contextualise their knowledge and understanding and best prepares them for employment.

This module will be taught predominantly face to face in the Staffordshire Sport Therapy clinics. Sessions will include the necessary theoretical understanding to ensure that an evidence based approached is being adhered to by students. However, the majority of lessons will be taught practically to provide students an opportunity to gain hands on experience and to allow time for students to refine their handling and technical skills. A number of video demonstrations will be provided to enable students to practice unsupervised with guidance. Students will also use the telehealth facilities to create their own digital content for revision purposes.

1. Deliver and justify a range of safe, appropriate and effective peripheral and vertebral mobilisations to address common pathologies
Knowledge and Understanding
Learning
Application
Problem Solving

2. Critically evaluate research in the area of mobilisation
Knowledge and Understanding
Learning
Enquiry
Analysis

Teaching Clinic
Telehealth Hub
Virtual Reality Studio
Office 365 & Microsoft Teams
Rehabilitation Zone

Ward, T. (2015). Maitland's Peripheral Manipulation-Management of Neuromusculoskeletal Disorders-Volume Two.

Elly, H. K. B. (2013). Maitland's vertebral manipulation, management of Neuromusculoskeletal disorders. London: Churchill Livingstone.

This module aims to develop an advanced level of theoretical knowledge and application of peripheral and vertebral mobilisation techniques.
Students will review current literature published on mobilisation techniques (including Maitland and Mulligan) which can be used to treat a range of peripheral and vertebral pathologies. Students will then be required to transfer the theory into practice by applying the range of mobilisations to peripheral and vertebral case scenarios.