Unit convenor and teaching staff |
Unit convenor and teaching staff
Unit Convenor & Lecturer
Michael Swain
Contact via 98504053
75T, L2
by appointment
Tutor
David McNaughton
by appointment
Tutor
Laura Montgomery
by appointment
Tutor
Stephen Sharp
by appointment
Tutor
Simon Paul Vella
by appointment
Tutor
Megan Yanz
by appointment
Tutor
Annie Young
by appointment
Director Undergraduate Course
Aron Downie
Contact via 98506382
75T, L2
by appointment
Director of Education
Christopher Burrell
Contact via 95703994
75t, L2
by appointment
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Credit points |
Credit points
10
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Prerequisites |
Prerequisites
Admission to BChiroSc and (CHIR1101 or CHIR113) and (CHIR1102 or CHIR114)
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Corequisites |
Corequisites
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Co-badged status |
Co-badged status
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Unit description |
Unit description
This unit provides an introduction to biomechanics of the lumbar spine, pelvis, and lower extremities. It will build upon concepts of applied anatomy taught in ANAT1002. Clinical application of biomechanical concepts will relate to the skills of patient observation, joint range of motion assessment, tissue palpation, and muscle testing. Clinical reasoning will begin whereby students will learn to reconcile pathomechanics with clinical findings for musculoskeletal injuries. Applying theories taught in HLTH2110, the clinical concept of epidemiological risk will be introduced and explored. Psychomotor skills taught in CHIR1101 and CHIR1102 will be developed. Chiropractic techniques and joint manipulation skills for the lumbar spine and lower extremity will be introduced. |
Information about important academic dates including deadlines for withdrawing from units are available at https://www.mq.edu.au/study/calendar-of-dates
On successful completion of this unit, you will be able to:
The Macquarie University Assessment Policy contains grade descriptors and other grading information.
All final grades are determined by a grading committee, in accordance with the Macquarie University Assessment Policy, and are not the sole responsibility of the Unit Convenor.
Students will be awarded a final grade and a mark corresponding to the grade descriptors specified in the Assessment Procedure (clause 128).
To pass this unit, you must demonstrate sufficient evidence of achievement of the learning outcomes, meet any ungraded requirements, and achieve a final mark of 50 or better.
Further details for each assessment task will be available on iLearn.
Unless a Special Consideration request has been submitted and approved, a 5% penalty (OF THE TOTAL POSSIBLE MARK) will be applied each day a written assessment is not submitted, up until the 7th day (including weekends). After the 7th day, a grade of ‘0’ will be awarded even if the assessment is submitted. Submission time for all written assessments is set at 5pm. A 1-hour grace period is provided to students who experience a technical concern.
For example:
Number of days (hours) late |
Total Possible Marks |
Deduction |
Raw mark |
Final mark |
1 day (1-24 hours) |
100 |
5 |
75 |
70 |
2 days (24-48 hours) |
100 |
10 |
75 |
65 |
3 days (48-72 hours) |
100 |
15 |
75 |
60 |
7 days (144-168 hours) |
100 |
35 |
75 |
40 |
>7 days (>168 hours) |
100 |
- |
75 |
0 |
For any late submissions of time-sensitive tasks, such as scheduled tests/exams, performance assessments/presentations, and/or scheduled practical assessments/labs, students need to submit an application for Special Consideration.
Name | Weighting | Hurdle | Due |
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Physical assessment and chiropractic technique portfolio | 10% | No | Week 4 |
Research assignment | 20% | No | Week 8 |
Chiropractic skills assessment | 20% | No | Week 12 |
Final examination | 50% | No | S1 Exam Period |
Weekly lecture quiz submission | 0% | No | Weeks 1 to 12 |
Weekly case study quiz submission | 0% | No | Weeks 2 to 11 |
Assessment Type 1: Portfolio
Indicative Time on Task 2: 12 hours
Due: Week 4
Weighting: 10%
Students will maintain a video portfolio that demonstrates their ability to perform physical assessments and chiropractic techniques taught in this unit. Accompanying videos of procedures will be a brief critical appraisal statement that reflects on students' aptitude within the chiropractic skills competency framework. Only a subset of procedures will be evaluated by tutors to formulate the mark for this assessment.
Assessment Type 1: Quantitative analysis task
Indicative Time on Task 2: 12 hours
Due: Week 8
Weighting: 20%
In this assessment, students will analyse a data set obtained from a simulated observational study. Students will report on the prevalence and associated factors for a musculoskeletal condition.
Assessment Type 1: Practice-based task
Indicative Time on Task 2: 12 hours
Due: Week 12
Weighting: 20%
Students will be assessed on their competency in performing chiropractic techniques. Students will demonstrate a series of chiropractic procedures taught in this unit.
Assessment Type 1: Examination
Indicative Time on Task 2: 12 hours
Due: S1 Exam Period
Weighting: 50%
This written test will assess all theoretical material for the unit. It will consist of multiple choice and short answer questions.
Assessment Type 1: Participatory task
Indicative Time on Task 2: 7 hours
Due: Weeks 1 to 12
Weighting: 0%
Formative exercises based on lecture modules. Students are required to compile a series of brief quiz questions based on weekly lectures.
Assessment Type 1: Participatory task
Indicative Time on Task 2: 3 hours
Due: Weeks 2 to 11
Weighting: 0%
Exercises based on case study discussions in 10 practical sessions. Students are required to complete a series of brief quiz questions based on weekly case studies presented in tutorial notes.
1 If you need help with your assignment, please contact:
2 Indicative time-on-task is an estimate of the time required for completion of the assessment task and is subject to individual variation
Delivery mode
This unit implements a model of self-directed blended learning that is characterised by a moderate degree of flexibility. It incorporates a variety of learning tools including substantive interactive hands-on and face-to-face classes, online modules, formative quizzes, an exploratory dataset assignment, and a media portfolio used to develop reflective practice. It will comprise:
Lectures
A modulated style of online lecturing will be adopted. To enhance student learning, students are expected to participate fully in weekly formative quizzes.
Tutorials
Students are expected to participate fully in chiropractic skills tutorials. To enhance case-based learning, students should complete weekly formative tutorial quizzes. Weekly lecture modules, tutorial outlines, and chiropractic technique videos must be reviewed prior to skills classes. In the development of chiropractic skills, it is expected that candidates engage in reflective practice. A chiropractic skills media portfolio will be available for students to document their learning of chiropractic techniques and facilitate reflective practice. Formative spot tests will be incorporated into tutorial classes.
Participation requirements
Students are expected to engage and participate fully in all unit learning activities.
Unit Web Page
Students can log onto iLearn at https://ilearn.mq.edu.au/login/MQ/
All lecture slides and tutorial notes will be posted on the unit web page as well as a variety of learning materials.
Required and recommended resources
Required:
Available at Macquarie University Library Level 1 / Level 2 QP303 .O38 2016
OR
2. Comparative Kinesiology of the Human Body: Normal and Pathological Conditions, edited by Salih Angin, and Ibrahim Simsek. Elsevier Science & Technology, 2020 Available
Via ProQuest EBook Central
3. Lecture and Tutorial notes [Available Online]: https://ilearn.mq.edu.au/login/MQ/
Recommended:
· Neumann D.A. (2016). Kinesiology of the musculoskeletal system Foundations for rehabilitation (Third edition). Elsevier.
· Esposito, S., Philipson, S. (2005). Spinal adjustment technique the chiropractic art (First edition).
· Magee D.J. (2013). Orthopedic physical assessment (Sixth edition). W.D Saunders.
PROFESIONALISM
In the Faculty of Medicine, Health and Human Sciences, professionalism is a key capability embedded in all our courses.
As part of developing professionalism, students are expected to attend all small group interactive sessions including clinical, practical, laboratory, work-integrated learning (e.g., PACE placements), and team-based learning activities. Some learning activities are recorded (e.g., face-to-face lectures), however you are encouraged to avoid relying upon such material as they do not recreate the whole learning experience and technical issues can and do occur. As an adult learner, we respect your decision to choose how you engage with your learning, but we would remind you that the learning opportunities we create for you have been done so to enable your success, and that by not engaging you may impact your ability to successfully complete this unit. We equally expect that you show respect for the academic staff who have worked hard to develop meaningful activities and prioritise your learning by communicating with them in advance if you are unable to attend a small group interactive session.
Another dimension of professionalism is having respect for your peers. It is the right of every student to learn in an environment that is free of disruption and distraction. Please arrive to all learning activities on time, and if you are unavoidably detained, please join activity as quietly as possible to minimise disruption. Phones and other electronic devices that produce noise and other distractions must be turned off prior to entering class. Where your own device (e.g., laptop) is being used for class-related activities, you are asked to close down all other applications to avoid distraction to you and others. Please treat your fellow students with the utmost respect. If you are uncomfortable participating in any specific activity, please let the relevant academic know.
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Tutorial classes location: 11 Wallys Walk - Level 3, Chiropractic Skills Laboratories
Week | Online lecture | Tuesday tutorial | Thursday tutorial |
Week 1 | Introduction to clinical biomechanics | No tute | No tute |
Week 2 | Lumbar: structure and function | Introduction. Lumbar: observation, surface palpation and active ROM | Lumbar: passive ROM, prone motion palpation. Case Study 1 |
Week 3 | Lumbar: muscle function | Lumbar: muscle length, seated motion palpation, BLR setup | BLR setup. Lumbar traction and sitting thumb techniques. Case Study 2 |
Week 4 | Pelvis: structure and function | Revision tutorial - reflective practice | SIJ motion palpation and sacral rocking. Case Study 3 |
Week 5 | Hip: structure and function | Hip: observation, surface palpation, active/passive ROM and functional assessment | Hip: motion palpation and chiropractic techniques. Case Study 4 |
Week 6 | Hip: muscle function | Hip: muscle length, strength and soft tissue techniques | Hip: chiropractic techniques. Case Study 5 |
Week 7 | Knee: structure and function | Knee: observation, surface palpation, active ROM and muscle strength | Knee: motion palpation and chiropractic techniques. Case Study 6 |
Week 8 | Knee: muscle function | Patella: motion palpation and soft-tissue techniques | Knee: chiropractic techniques. Case Study 7 |
Week 9 | Ankle/foot: structure and function. | Ankle/foot: observation, surface palpation, active ROM, muscle strength | Ankle: motion palpation and chiropractic techniques. Case Study 8 |
Week 10 | Ankle/foot: muscle function | Ankle/foot: passive movements and soft tissue techniques | Foot: motion palpation and chiropractic techniques. Case study 9 |
Week 11 | Gait | Foot and toes: chiropractic techniques. Case study 10 | Revision tutorial -reflective practice |
Week 12 | Clinical assessment of the lower limb | OSCE | |
Week 13 | Unit summary and questions | Supplementary OSCE |
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Unit information based on version 2023.02 of the Handbook