Theory of Physiotherapy in Women's Health

Module code: PAR7008-C

Module Aims       

This module will enable the student to:Explore recent advances, knowledge and current physiotherapy practice applicable to women's health in a variety of healthcare settings.

Outline Syllabus   

1) Critical analysis&application of anatomy&biomechanics with specific reference to the trunk&pelvis; normal physiology of the woman; age-related changes, dysfunction, injury&disease of the pelvic girdle &contents.
2) Critical evaluation of psychosexual dimensions of women' health, the painful perineum& dyspareunia.
3) Critical analysis of physiotherapy assessment, examination&evaluation processes used to identify problems&set rehabilitation goals using a variety of appropriate methods including musculoskeletal and vaginal examinations.
4) Critical evaluation of the application of therapeutic exercise, muscle re-education, manual therapies, biofeedback and electrotherapy, for pelvic floor, bladder and bowel function and dysfunction.
5) Breast care and lymphoedema management
6) Exercise and osteoporosis.
7) Critical evaluation of the selection and application of  various management techniques including electrotherapy, therapeutic exercise, muscle re-education, manual therapies, posture re-education and coping strategies for labour.
8) Critical evaluation of the selection and application of management techniques in the management of women's health
9) Critical reflection of legal, professional, cultural, religious,socio economic, ethical issues and valid consent in Women's Health physiotherapy practice.
10) Reflect upon  effective communication, counselling and health education skills within a holistic and patient-centred approach to the management of women's health throughout life
11) Evaluation of current ractice, current research&evidence based practice.

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