Foundations of Clinical Practice
| Code | School | Level | Credits | Semesters |
| VETS4054 | Veterinary Medicine and Science | 4 | 20 | Full Year UK |
- Code
- VETS4054
- School
- Veterinary Medicine and Science
- Level
- 4
- Credits
- 20
- Semesters
- Full Year UK
Summary
This module extends throughout the first year of study.
The module covers key clinical techniques used in veterinary physiotherapy:
• Static and dynamic assessment.
• Spinal assessment.
• Massage techniques.
• Myofascial release techniques.
• Passive and active range of motion and stretches.
• Proprioceptive enhancements.
• Electrotherapies
Target Students
Restricted to students registered on the veterinary physiotherapy programme only. There is a limited number of places on this module. Students are reminded that enrolments which are not agreed by the Offering School in advance may be cancelled without notice.
Classes
- One 1-hour workshop each week for 10 weeks
- One 1-hour seminar each week for 10 weeks
- Two 2-hour-30-minute practicums each week for 10 weeks
- Two 1-hour lectures each week for 10 weeks
Home study: 8-10 hours per week
Assessment
- 50% Coursework: Theory and application of electrotherapies assignment
- 50% Coursework: Clinical Skills Portfolio
Assessed by end of designated period
Educational Aims
VETS4054 introduces specific skills required by the veterinary physiotherapist through both theory and practical teaching. This includes all basic stages of assessments, manual techniques and electrotherapies. Many of these skills are taught in small group practical sessions with a range of live animals and teaching resources. The sessions are guided by qualified veterinary physiotherapists.Learning Outcomes
Knowledge and Understanding
- Relate key scientific principles of biological systems to the application of clinical skills and electrotherapies.
Intellectual Skills
- Compare physiotherapeutic options for musculoskeletal pathology.
- Critically describe physiotherapeutic techniques, the structure of assessment and how they integrate with each other.
- Critically appraise the effects of therapy and be able to understand treatment parameters and programmes.
Professional Practical Skills
- Develop an ability to perform all stages of a basic assessment and safely apply various treatment modalities.
Transferrable (Key) Skills
- Develop appropriate knowledge on scientific notation S.I units and dosimetry.
Conveners
- Miss Stephanie Child
- Lauren Hunt