Staheli L, (1993) Rotational Problems in Children, The Journal of Bone and Joint Surgery, 75 p939-949
Thompson P, Volpe R, (2001) Introduction to Podopaediatrics (2nd Ed) Edinburgh, Churchill Livingstone
Watkins J, (1999) Structure and Function of the Musculo-Skeletal system. Human Kinetics

In addition to standard library and IT facilities; the students in this module will require:
Anatomical models
Presentation tools -(computer facilities)
Clinical Facilities - couches, biomechanical measuring devices. Gait analysis equipment

Formal Lectures are used to ensure particular points of knowledge (4 hours are allocated to this type of deliver)
There is a stimulant to work and debate elsewhere in the delivery with group work, practical lab sessions, presentations and practical activities. (21 hours of university class contact time

Portfolio building entails thorough reading around subject areas, (50 hours )with preparation for case study including researching for the relevant patient and following through the treatment process. (25 hours) analysing results, preparation and write up of portfolio (50 hours). Total number of study hours = 125

All pre course reading materials, course documentation and power point presentations delivered during contact weekends will be available through blackboard. Students are encouraged to participate in the discussion forums within blackboard to enhance the teaching / learning experience.

Study of this module will focus on the following subject areas.

Development of the skeletal system.
Alteration in the mechanisms adopted for normal walking,
Adaptation of movement.
Normal function and how this can generate a cause for complaint.
Disease and pathology associated with gross changes in gait.
Neurological disease
External influences on development

100% Portfolio (4000 words) based around tasks to ensure all learning outcomes are met
The portfolio is based around tasks that will be reflective of the content of the weekend
Task 1 LO = 1,2,3,4, Reflect on how the assessment of a paediatric patient differs to that of an adult. Discuss the normal and abnormal ranges of motion and function that would be observed during assessment and how this would influence the need for therapeutic intervention.
Task 2 LO = 2,3,4 Present a case study of a paediatric patient who suffers from a neuromuscular pathology - discuss the assessment of the patient in relation to the treatment provided. Complete the task with a written conclusion of the presentation
Task 3 LO = 2,5 Discuss the need for a multidisciplinary approach when managing a routine paediatric complaint and also complex pathology.

Additional Assessment Details (include formative feedback / assessment):

Biomechanics suite of modules are normally delivered in seminar style teaching, which involves encouraging students to engage in discussion/ debate. This provides opportunities for constructive feedback which will come from students involvement in informal and formal presentation. The presentations can either involve a group of students or individuals presenting their own case studies. Module staff also provide formative feedback through tutorials and blackboard discussion groups.

The module is aimed at all allied health professionals who are involved in musculoskeletal practice.