Overview
In this unit you will build upon your knowledge of the principles and practice of chiropractic management through the introduction of soft tissue and mobilisation techniques commonly used in chiropractic practice. You will further demonstrate your psychomotor skills through the application of these techniques in practical classes. You will continue to learn about the contemporary status and philosophy of the chiropractic profession as well as the biomechanical principles underpinning the practical procedures you are learning.
Details
Pre-requisites or Co-requisites
Pre-requisite: BMSC11002 Human Body Systems 2 or BMSC11011 Human Anatomy and Physiology 2 CHIR11003 Foundations of Chiropractic Practice 2 Co-requisite: CHIR12004 Neuromusculoskeletal Anatomy 1
Important note: Students enrolled in a subsequent unit who failed their pre-requisite unit, should drop the subsequent unit before the census date or within 10 working days of Fail grade notification. Students who do not drop the unit in this timeframe cannot later drop the unit without academic and financial liability. See details in the Assessment Policy and Procedure (Higher Education Coursework).
Offerings For Term 1 - 2024
Attendance Requirements
All on-campus students are expected to attend scheduled classes - in some units, these classes are identified as a mandatory (pass/fail) component and attendance is compulsory. International students, on a student visa, must maintain a full time study load and meet both attendance and academic progress requirements in each study period (satisfactory attendance for International students is defined as maintaining at least an 80% attendance record).
Recommended Student Time Commitment
Each 6-credit Undergraduate unit at CQUniversity requires an overall time commitment of an average of 12.5 hours of study per week, making a total of 150 hours for the unit.
Class Timetable
Assessment Overview
Assessment Grading
This is a graded unit: your overall grade will be calculated from the marks or grades for each assessment task, based on the relative weightings shown in the table above. You must obtain an overall mark for the unit of at least 50%, or an overall grade of 'pass' in order to pass the unit. If any 'pass/fail' tasks are shown in the table above they must also be completed successfully ('pass' grade). You must also meet any minimum mark requirements specified for a particular assessment task, as detailed in the 'assessment task' section (note that in some instances, the minimum mark for a task may be greater than 50%). Consult the University's Grades and Results Policy for more details of interim results and final grades.
All University policies are available on the CQUniversity Policy site.
You may wish to view these policies:
- Grades and Results Policy
- Assessment Policy and Procedure (Higher Education Coursework)
- Review of Grade Procedure
- Student Academic Integrity Policy and Procedure
- Monitoring Academic Progress (MAP) Policy and Procedure - Domestic Students
- Monitoring Academic Progress (MAP) Policy and Procedure - International Students
- Student Refund and Credit Balance Policy and Procedure
- Student Feedback - Compliments and Complaints Policy and Procedure
- Information and Communications Technology Acceptable Use Policy and Procedure
This list is not an exhaustive list of all University policies. The full list of University policies are available on the CQUniversity Policy site.
Feedback, Recommendations and Responses
Every unit is reviewed for enhancement each year. At the most recent review, the following staff and student feedback items were identified and recommendations were made.
Feedback from Verbal
The students like the diversity in the staff delivering the unit. This means that the students are provided a variety of chiropractic techniques that would be suitable for their body anthropometrics due to the diverse staffing.
It is recommended that the discipline continue to build a diverse team of academics.
Feedback from SUTE
The students liked the video additions, but would like more resources like this.
It is recommended to continue developing online skills videos for students to access for review.
- Discuss the principles and practice of chiropractic management in a diverse community
- Demonstrate psychomotor skills including mobilisation and soft tissue technique in a professional and competent manner
- Demonstrate knowledge of the current political status of the chiropractic profession
- Communicate the biomechanical and physiological principles underpinning mobilisation and soft tissue techniques to a variety of audiences.
Learning outcome 1 - competency 1 (1.2, 1.3), 3 (3.2, 3.4), and 4 (4.2)
Learning outcome 2 - competency 1 (1.2, 1.3) and 5 (5.2)
Learning outcome 3 - competency 1 (1.1, 1.3, 1.4)
Learning outcome 4 - competency 1 (1.2) and 2 (2.1)
Alignment of Assessment Tasks to Learning Outcomes
| Assessment Tasks | Learning Outcomes | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | |
| 1 - On-campus Activity - 0% | ||||
| 2 - In-class Test(s) - 25% | ||||
| 3 - Objective Structured Clinical Examinations (OSCEs) - 50% | ||||
| 4 - Portfolio - 25% | ||||
Alignment of Graduate Attributes to Learning Outcomes
| Graduate Attributes | Learning Outcomes | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | |
| 1 - Communication | ||||
| 2 - Problem Solving | ||||
| 3 - Critical Thinking | ||||
| 4 - Information Literacy | ||||
| 5 - Team Work | ||||
| 6 - Information Technology Competence | ||||
| 7 - Cross Cultural Competence | ||||
| 8 - Ethical practice | ||||
| 9 - Social Innovation | ||||
| 10 - Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Cultures | ||||
Textbooks
There are no required textbooks.
IT Resources
- CQUniversity Student Email
- Internet
- Unit Website (Moodle)
All submissions for this unit must use the referencing style: American Psychological Association 7th Edition (APA 7th edition)
For further information, see the Assessment Tasks.
b.zietsman@cqu.edu.au
Module/Topic
Lecture:
1) Welcome and introduction with unit outlines
2) Introduction to soft tissue techniques and mobilisation
3) Gait Analysis
Practical:
1) Lab Induction, informed consent and hygiene practices.
Introduce soft tissue techniques
2) Gait Analysis
Chapter
Bergmann, T "Chiropractic Technique; Principles and Procedures, 3rd edition" pages 326-337 and 2-83 (intro) and 381-418 (soft tissue techniques)
Vizniak, N "Muscle Manual" pages 192-243
Events and Submissions/Topic
Module/Topic
Lecture:
1) Mobilisation and soft tissue technique with integrated exam: hand and wrist
Practical:
1) Introduce soft tissue techniques of the hand and wrist
2) Mobilisation techniques and integrated exam of the hand and wrist
Chapter
Bergmann, T "Chiropractic Technique; Principles and Procedures, 3rd edition" pages 326-337 and 2-83 (intro) and 381-418 (soft tissue techniques)
Vizniak, N "Muscle Manual" pages 192-243
Events and Submissions/Topic
Module/Topic
Lecture:
1) Mobilisation and soft tissue technique with integrated exam: elbow and knee
Practical:
1) Recap previous week; introduce this weeks soft tissue techniques of elbow and knee
2) Mobilisation techniques and integrated exam of elbow and knee
Chapter
Bergmann, T "Chiropractic Technique; Principles and Procedures, 3rd edition" pages 315-325 (elbow) pages 349-365
Vizniak, N "Muscle Manual" pages 249-302 (knee) pages 192-243 (elbow)
Events and Submissions/Topic
Module/Topic
Lecture:
1) Mobilisation and soft tissue technique with integrated exam: shoulder
Practical:
1) Recap previous week; introduce this weeks soft tissue techniques of shoulder
2) Mobilisation techniques and integrated exam of shoulder
Chapter
Bergmann, T "Chiropractic Technique; Principles and Procedures, 3rd edition" pages 294-315
Vizniak, N "Muscle Manual" pages 153-190
Events and Submissions/Topic
Quiz 1: Thursday 28th March 2024 14:00- 21:00 AEST
Module/Topic
Lecture:
1) Mobilisation and soft tissue technique with integrated exam: TMJ and cranium
Practical:
1) Public Holiday- no class
2) Recap previous week; introduce this weeks soft tissue techniques of TMJ and cranium mobilisation techniques and integrated exam of TMJ and cranium
Chapter
Bergmann, T "Chiropractic Technique; Principles and Procedures, 3rd edition" pages 283-294 (TMJ)
Vizniak, N "Muscle Manual" pages 33-72
Events and Submissions/Topic
Module/Topic
Vacation Week
Chapter
Vacation Week
Events and Submissions/Topic
Vacation Week
Module/Topic
Lecture:
1) Mobilisation and soft tissue technique with integrated exam: cervical spine
2) Lecture interview: working with Indigenous Australian and Torres Strait Islander peoples
Practical:
1) Recap previous week; introduce this weeks soft tissue techniques of cervical spine
2) Mobilisation techniques and integrated exam of cervical spine
Chapter
Bergmann, T "Chiropractic Technique; Principles and Procedures, 3rd edition" pages 326-337
Vizniak, N "Muscle Manual" pages 73-106
Events and Submissions/Topic
Module/Topic
Practical:
1) review of spinal regions and preparing for Mid-Term OSCE.
2) Mid Term OSCE
Chapter
Periodic journal articles relative to the lecture material.
Events and Submissions/Topic
OSCE 1: held during the second practical class of week 6, specific schedule to be released prior on moodle.
Module/Topic
Lecture:
1) Mobilisation and soft tissue technique with integrated exam: thoracic spine and ribs
2) Lecture on the chiropractic profession and current political status
Practical:
1) OSCE feedback; introduce this weeks soft tissue techniques of the thoracic spine and ribs
2) Mobilisation Techniques and integrated exam of thoracic spine and ribs
Chapter
Bergmann, T "Chiropractic Technique; Principles and Procedures, 3rd edition" pages 189-233
Vizniak, N "Muscle Manual" pages 107-152
Events and Submissions/Topic
Quiz 2: Thursday 2nd May 2024 14:00- 21:00 AEST
Module/Topic
Lecture:
1) Mobilisation and soft tissue technique with integrated exam: hip
Practical:
1) Public Holiday
2) Recap previous week; introduce this weeks soft tissue techniques of the hip, Mobilisation techniques and integrated exam of the hip
Chapter
Bergmann, T "Chiropractic Technique; Principles and Procedures, 3rd edition" pages 337-349
Vizniak, N "Muscle Manual" pages 245-302
Events and Submissions/Topic
Module/Topic
Lecture:
1) Mobilisation and soft tissue technique with integrated exam: lumbar and pelvis
Practical:
1) Recap previous week; introduce this weeks soft tissue techniques of the lumbar spine and pelvis
2) Mobilisation techniques and integrated exam of lumbar spine and pelvis
Chapter
Bergmann, T "Chiropractic Technique; Principles and Procedures, 3rd edition" pages 233-282 and 1-10
Vizniak, N "Muscle Manual" pages 117-152
Events and Submissions/Topic
Module/Topic
Lecture:
1) Mobilisation and soft tissue technique with integrated exam: foot and ankle
Practical:
1) Recap previous week; introduce this weeks soft tissue techniques of foot and ankle
2) Mobilisation techniques and integrated exam of foot and ankle
Chapter
Bergmann, T "Chiropractic Technique; Principles and Procedures, 3rd edition" pages 365-380
Vizniak, N "Muscle Manual" pages 303-344
Events and Submissions/Topic
Module/Topic
Practical Class:
1. Review
2. Final OSCE
Chapter
None
Events and Submissions/Topic
OSCE 2: held during the second practical class, specific student schedule to be released prior on moodle.
ON-CAMPUS ACTIVITY (0%) Due: Week 12 Friday (31 May 2024) 11:45 pm AEST
Module/Topic
In Class test
Chapter
Events and Submissions/Topic
IN-CLASS TEST (25%) Due: Review/Exam Week Wednesday (5 June 2024) 11:00 am AEST
Module/Topic
Chapter
Events and Submissions/Topic
1 Portfolio
Your portfolio task will be made up of two quizzes which will occur in week 4 and 8. (28th March, 2nd May), it will be open on Thursday 14:00-21:00 AEST. These quizzes will assess your understanding and knowledge of the theoretical content delivered in the lectures this term. They will be online quizzes and you will have 30 minutes to complete each quiz. The questions will be written to test your comprehension and application of the material provided in the preceding weeks.
Please note: This is a closed book task, and not a group activity; you must refrain from using generative AI.
Both Quizzes will have been completed by week 9, 21:00.
Feedback and grade to be provided via Moodle site.
The assessment criteria will involve selecting or providing the most accurate and correct answers to the questions posed in each quiz.
- Demonstrate knowledge of the current political status of the chiropractic profession
2 Objective Structured Clinical Examinations (OSCEs)
There is a practical examination (OSCE) in the practical sessions of Week 7 and another in week 12.
Each OSCE is worth 25% of the total grade for this unit.
Students must obtain a total of 50% or more to pass the practical assessment. Each practical assessment must be passed.
OSCE Assessment Criteria:
You will need to demonstrate competence in performing and evaluating mobilisation approaches and soft tissue techniques. Your performance will be graded, using a marking rubric, according to introduction, hygiene and consent; performance of soft tissue manipulations and/or mobilisations of the spinal regions/extremity; patient handling; technical performance and the examiner's overall impression of the overall performance.
Results will be given the next business day after the OSCE has been completed
Grades will be returned via Moodle.
The assessment criteria for this unit will seek to ensure that this assessment examines your newly developed clinical skills. A detailed rubric will be provided on Moodle.
The criteria will examine the following:
- Professionalism and communication with your mock patient
- Clinical skills - performing soft tissue manipulations and/or mobilisations of the spinal regions
- Performing and evaluating spinal and peripheral muscle techniques and mobilisation approaches
- Patient handling and considerations
- Demonstrate psychomotor skills including mobilisation and soft tissue technique in a professional and competent manner
- Communicate the biomechanical and physiological principles underpinning mobilisation and soft tissue techniques to a variety of audiences.
3 On-campus Activity
The on-campus activities in this unit will serve as a continuous assessment of your skill development. You will receive ongoing verbal feedback in class to develop your key chiropractic skills.
The weekly on-campus activities will vary in requirements and expectations. Each will be based on material from the previous or current week. It is essential that you review the material.
The tasks will be completed during the first 10-15 minutes of each class. You will be provided with an on-campus activity sheet which you will be required to bring to each class and upon completion of the activity have your in-class tutor sign and date it. It is your responsibility to ensure this sheet is completed and kept safe as it is proof of completion. Once you have completed the assessment you will need to upload the signed checklist sheet into Moodle at the end of Week 11. This assignment requires 80% to pass. A maximum of 2 make up sessions will be offered in the event of illness or exceptional circumstances (with appropriate supporting documentation) otherwise you will need to consider applying for Consideration of Special Circumstances or receiving a fail grade.
Please note, this is a pass/fail assessment task that means if you do not achieve a pass for this task you will not pass the unit. Supplementary assessments are not available for pass/fail assessment items.
Week 12 Friday (31 May 2024) 11:45 pm AEST
Review/Exam Week Friday (7 June 2024)
You may receive formative feedback following each activity during the term and your final result will be confirmed through Moodle.
The assessment criteria for this assessment task will involve completing 80% of the on-campus activities.
These activities will involve and be assessed on the following:
- Completing a task (additional details of the weekly activities can be found on Moodle)
- Receiving formative feedback
- Participating in group discussions
- Having the on-campus activity sheet signed after each activity
- Submit via Moodle
- Discuss the principles and practice of chiropractic management in a diverse community
- Demonstrate psychomotor skills including mobilisation and soft tissue technique in a professional and competent manner
4 In-class Test(s)
This end of term test will be undertaken in a CQUni computer lab on whichever campus that you are enrolled. The test will involve a mix of question types including multiple choice, short answer and matching styles. The test will assess all content taught across weeks 1-12. A study guide will be provided during the term.
Review/Exam Week Wednesday (5 June 2024) 11:00 am AEST
The end of term test will be held on CQU campus computer labs.
Exam Week Friday (14 June 2024)
The grades will be released once all assessments have been checked by the unit coordinator
The assessment criteria will involve selecting or providing the most accurate and correct answers to the questions posed in this in class test.
- Discuss the principles and practice of chiropractic management in a diverse community
- Demonstrate knowledge of the current political status of the chiropractic profession
- Communicate the biomechanical and physiological principles underpinning mobilisation and soft tissue techniques to a variety of audiences.
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Any assessable work undertaken or submitted for review or assessment must be your own work. Assessable work is any type of work you do to meet the assessment requirements in the unit, including draft work submitted for review and feedback and final work to be assessed.
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