Overview
This unit will introduce you to procedures used in chiropractic practice for the assessment and management of complex musculoskeletal conditions. Building on the skills you have learned in CHIR13008, Professional Chiropractic Practice 1, you will develop orthopedic and neurological examination skills at an advanced level. You will develop treatment and management plans and practice chiropractic techniques used in the management of increasingly complex and multifaceted conditions.
Details
Pre-requisites or Co-requisites
Co-Requisite: CHIR13006Pre-requisites: CHIR13008 and CHIR12007
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 2 - 2022
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.
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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
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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 Have Your Say
Students felt there was good integration with other units (CAD 2 and 3)
It is recommended that any future opportunities for further integration with other units be taken.
Feedback from Have Your Say
Students appreciated haivng a lot of lab time to build psychomotor skills
It is recommended that the unit continues to offer adequate lab time for students to practice their skills.
Feedback from Have Your Say
Some students did not enjoy the group assignment feeling that it was unfair to have their mark impacted by someone else's lack of work.
It is recommended that students are provided with guidance to maximise their learning experience in group projects.
- Demonstrate advanced clinical assessment skills including neurological and orthopedic procedures used in chiropractic practice
- Demonstrate advanced management skills including techniques used in chiropractic practice
- Apply clinical reasoning skills to the selection and application of assessment and management procedures relevant to complex and multifaceted conditions seen in chiropractic practice
- Reflect on and discuss the behavioural expectations of a healthcare professional in multi-cultural Australia.
Learning outcome 1 - Competency 1 (1.1, 1.2 and 1.3), 2 (2.1), 3 (3.1, 3.2 and 3.4)
Learning outcome 2 - Competency 1 (1.1, 1.2 and 1.3), 2 (2.1 and 2.3), 4 (4.1 and 4.2), 5 (5.1 and 5.2)
Learning outcome 3 - Competency 1 (1.1, 1.2, 1.3 and 1.4), 2 (2.2), 3 (3.3, 3.4 and 3.5), 4 (4.1 and 4.2)
Learning outcome 4 - Competency 2 (2.1), 3 (3.1, 3.2 and 3.4)
Alignment of Assessment Tasks to Learning Outcomes
Assessment Tasks | Learning Outcomes | |||
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1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | |
1 - Portfolio - 20% | ||||
2 - Written Assessment - 30% | ||||
3 - Practical Assessment - 0% | ||||
4 - On-campus Activity - 50% |
Alignment of Graduate Attributes to Learning Outcomes
Graduate Attributes | Learning Outcomes | |||
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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 |
Alignment of Assessment Tasks to Graduate Attributes
Assessment Tasks | Graduate Attributes | |||||||||
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1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | |
1 - Portfolio - 20% | ||||||||||
2 - Written Assessment - 30% | ||||||||||
3 - Practical Assessment - 0% | ||||||||||
4 - On-campus Activity - 50% |
Textbooks
Chiropractic Technique
Edition: 3rd (2010)
Authors: Thomas F. Bergmann, David H. Peterson
Mosby Elsevier
St Louis St Louis , Missouri , USA
ISBN: 978-0-323-04969-6
Binding: Hardcover
Orthopedic Physical Assessment
Edition: 6th (2014)
Authors: David Magee
Elsevier
St Louis St Louis , Missouri , USA
ISBN: 978-1-4557-0977-9
Binding: Hardcover
Differential Diagnosis for the Chiropractor Protocols and Algorithms.
Edition: 5th (2014)
Authors: Thomas A. Souza
Jones and Bartlett Learning
Burlington Burlington , MA , USA
ISBN: 978-1-284-02230-8
Binding: Hardcover
Neurological Examination Made Easy
Edition: 5th (2013)
Authors: Geraint Fuller
Churchhill Livingstone Elseveir Ltd
Glouchester Glouchester , UK
ISBN: 978-0-7020-5177-7
Binding: Paperback
Additional Textbook Information
Both paper and eBook copies can now be purchased at the CQUni Bookshop here: http://bookshop.cqu.edu.au (search on the Unit code).
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.
k.lorme@cqu.edu.au
Module/Topic
Lectures and tutorials.
1.0 Introduction and expectations for the unit.
1.1 Hip Joint: Orthopedic Examination, Psychomotor Skills and GORP
Technique: Practical skills 2 x 3 hours practical sessions.
Hip Joint: Orthopedic Examination, Psychomotor Skills and GORP
Chapter
Resources and readings will be given via Reading List throughout the term. Please view each week for all readings..
Bergmann, T. Chiropractic Technique, Principles and Procedures, 3rd Edition(2010) pages 337-349
Magee. D, Orthopedic Physical Assessment, 6th Edition (2014), Hip Chapter 11 pages 689-736 (Special Tests 705-730)
Souza T. Differential Diagnosis and Management for the Chiropractor, Protocols and Algorithms, 5th Edition. 2016, pages 391 - 415 (hip, groin and thigh complaints)
Events and Submissions/Topic
Module/Topic
Lectures and tutorials.
2.1 Knee: Orthopedic Examination, Psychomotor Skills and GORP.
Technique: Practical skills 2 x 3 hours practical sessions.
Knee,: Orthopedic Examination, Psychomotor Skills and GORP
Chapter
Resources and readings will be given via Reading List.
Bergmann, T. Chiropractic Technique, Principles and Procedures, 3rd Edition (2010) pages 349- 364
Magee. D, Orthopedic Physical Assessment, 6th Edition (2014), Chapter 12 765-859 (Special Tests p. 834-852)
Souza T. Differential Diagnosis and Management for the Chiropractor, Protocols and Algorithms, 5th Edition. 2016, pages 423-433 (knee complaints), 483- 495 (lower limb complaints)
Events and Submissions/Topic
Module/Topic
Lectures and tutorials.
3.1 Foot and Ankle: Orthopedic Examination, Psychomotor Skills and GORP.
Technique: Practical skills 2 X 3 hours practical sessions.
Foot and Ankle: Orthopedic Examination, Psychomotor Skills and GORP.
Chapter
Resources and readings will be given via Reading List.
Bergmann, T. Chiropractic Technique, Principles and Procedures, 3rd Edition (2010) pages, 364- 377
Magee. D, Orthopedic Physical Assessment, 6th Edition (2014), p.888-955 (Special Tests p. 924-941)
Souza T. Differential Diagnosis and Management for the Chiropractor, Protocols and Algorithms, 5th Edition. 2016, pages 497-510, 514-521 (foot and ankle complaints)
Events and Submissions/Topic
Portfolio Quiz due on Friday 29/7/2022 at 11:59 PM
Module/Topic
Lectures and tutorials.
4.1 Chiropractic Assessment and Management for Degeneration of the Spine: Spondylolisthesis, Ankylosing Spondylitis, Osteoarthritis
Practical Skills:
4.3 Orthopedic Examination, Psychomotor Skills, Cervical and Lumbar Spine Instability Tests
Technique: Practical skills 2 X 3 hours practical sessions.
On-campus activity
Chapter
Resources and readings will be given via Reading List.
Bergmann. T. Chiropractic Technique, Principles and Procedures, 3rd Edition (2010) pages 174-180, 142- 143, 211- 213, 386- 388 Upper Cervical Spine Fig 5-82, Fig 5-85. Fig 5-87, Cervico-Thoracic Spine Fig 5-169A, Fig 5-170A
Magee. D, Orthopedic Physical Assessment, 6th Edition (2014),Spondylosis pages 153, Cervical Instability 195-198, Lumbar Instability 605-610
Souza.T. Differential Diagnosis and Management for the Chiropractor, Protocols and Algorithms, 5th Edition. (2016), pages 9-14, 217-222,1128- 1129
Events and Submissions/Topic
On-campus activity due by Friday PM
Module/Topic
Lectures and tutorials.
5.1 Assessment and Management of Scoliosis
Practical Skills:
5.2 Thoracic Spine Practical- Psychomotor Skills
Technique: Practical skills 2 X 3 hours practical sessions.
Chapter
Resources and readings will be given via Reading List.
Bergmann. T. Chiropractic Technique, Principles and Procedures, 3rd Edition (2010) pages 215-232
Magee. D, Orthopedic Physical Assessment, 6th Edition (2014), pages 514- 519
Souza.T. Differential Diagnosis and Management for the Chiropractor, Protocols and Algorithms, 5th Edition. (2016), pages 135-156
Events and Submissions/Topic
Portfolio Quiz due on Friday 12/8/2022 at 11:59 PM
Module/Topic
No sessions scheduled
Chapter
No material
Events and Submissions/Topic
No submissions
Module/Topic
Module/Topic
Lectures and tutorials.
6.1 Headaches
6.2 UMNL vs LMNL
Practical Skills/ Technique 2 x 3 hours practical sessions:
Examination of UMNL/LMNL
Pathological reflexes, tone, spasticity, clonus
Psychomotor Skills Practice per Moodle
Chapter
Resources and readings will be given via Reading List.
Souza.T. Differential Diagnosis and Management for the Chiropractor, Protocols and Algorithms, 5th Edition. (2016), pages 578- 601
Bergmann. T. Chiropractic Technique, Principles and Procedures, 3rd Edition (2010) Lumbar Spine pages 261, Fig 5-259A, Sacrum pages 275- 277 Fig 5-283, Fig 5- 285A
Fuller. G. Neurological Examination Made Easy, 6th Edition (2019) Lower Motor and Upper Motor Neurone Lesions pages 39, 41- 50, 52- 57, 77-82 104, 109- 110, 117- 118, 145- 150 Tone pages 113, 115- 117 Clonus pages 144- 145
Events and Submissions/Topic
Module/Topic
Lectures and tutorials.
7.1 Introduction to Cerebellum, Coordination, Posterior Column assessment
7.2 Vertigo and Dizziness
Practical Skills/ Technique 2 x 3 hours practical sessions:
Cerebellar and Posterior Column examination
Psychomotor Skills Practice per Moodle
On-campus activity
Chapter
Resources and readings will be given via Reading List.
Magee.D,Orthopedic Physical Assessment, 6th Edition (2014), pages 194- 195
Souza.T. Differential Diagnosis and Management for the Chiropractor, Protocols and Algorithms, 5th Edition. (2016), pages 611- 634
Fuller G. Neurological Examination Made Easy, 6th Edition (2019), Cerebellum pages 36, 39-40, 174-186
Events and Submissions/Topic
Portfolio Quiz due on Friday 2/9/2022 at 11:59 PM
On-campus activity due by Friday PM
Module/Topic
Lectures and tutorials.
8.1 TMJ and Facial pain
8.2 TMJ Management- including Adjustments
8.3 Introduction to Cranial Nerves (I, II, III, IV and VI)
Practical Skills/ Technique 2 x 3 hours practical sessions:
TMJ and Facial Examination
TMJ Psychomotor Skills
Examination of Cranial Nerves (I, II, III, IV and VI)
Chapter
Resources and readings will be given via Reading List.
Bergmann. T. Chiropractic Technique, Principles and Procedures, 3rd Edition (2010) TMJ pages 283- 294, Fig 6-19, Fig 6-21, Fig 6-22, Fig 6-24, Fig 6-25
Magee.D,Orthopedic Physical Assessment, 6th Edition (2014), pages 234- 243
Souza.T. Differential Diagnosis and Management for the Chiropractor, Protocols and Algorithms, 5th Edition. (2016), TMJ pages 105- 116, Facial pain pages 961-968
Fuller.G., Neurological Examination Made Easy, 6th Edition (2019), pages 91- 109
Events and Submissions/Topic
Module/Topic
Lectures and tutorials.
9.1 Introduction to Cranial Nerves (V, VII, VIII, IX, X, XI, XII)
Practical Skills/ Technique 2 x 3 hours practical sessions:
Examination of Cranial Nerves (V, VII, VIII, IX, X, XI, XII)
Psychomotor Skills as per Moodle
Chapter
Resources and readings will be given via Reading List.
Fuller.G., Neurological Examination Made Easy, 6th Edition (2019), pages 91- 109 (cont).
Events and Submissions/Topic
Portfolio Quiz due on Friday 16/9/2022 at 11:59 PM
Portfolio Quizzes (20%) Due: Week 9 Friday (16 Sept 2022) 11:45 pm AEST
Module/Topic
Lectures and tutorials.
10.1 Presentation of exemplar clustering projects from 2021 (discussion of last years group clustering assignment)
Review for OSCE
Practical Skills/ Technique 2 x 3 hours practical sessions:
Review Psychomotor skills as per Moodle/ Shoulder adjustments
Chapter
Resources and readings will be given via Reading List.
Bergmann. T. Chiropractic Technique, Principles and Procedures, 3rd Edition (2010) Review less common shoulder adjustments pages 309- 314, Fig 6-59, Fig 6-60, Fig 6-62, Fig 6-65, Fig 6-66
Events and Submissions/Topic
On-campus activity due by Friday PM
On-Campus Activity (50%) Due: Week 10 Friday (23 Sept 2022) 11:45 pm AEST
Module/Topic
Lectures and tutorials.
11.1 Post Surgical Management of Orthopedic Conditions ( Elective Spinal Surgery)
11.2 Management of Lower Limb (Elective Surgery)
Review for OSCE
Practical Skills:
Orthopedic Examination of patient Post Surgical
Practical Skills/ Technique 2 x 3 hours practical sessions:
Chapter
Resources and readings will be given via Reading List
Bergmann. T. Chiropractic Technique, Principles and Procedures, 3rd Edition (2010) Review knee pages 360- 364 Fig 6-191. Fig 6-192, Fig 6-193, Fig 6-194, Fig 6-195, Fig 6-196, Fig 6-197, Fig 6-198, Fig 6-199, Fig 6-200, Fig 6-201, Fig 6-202, Fig 6-203.
Magee.D,Orthopedic Physical Assessment, 6th Edition (2014), pages 1088- 1096, 1099-1101
Events and Submissions/Topic
Module/Topic
OSCE Week
Chapter
OSCE Week
Events and Submissions/Topic
OSCE
Brisbane: Friday 7/10/2022 8-11AM
Mackay: Wednesday 5/10/202 8-9:30 AM
OSCE Due: Week 12 Friday (7 Oct 2022) 11:45 pm AEST
Module/Topic
Chapter
Events and Submissions/Topic
Final Written Test
Wednesday 12/10/2022, 9:00-11:00
Final Written Test (30%) Due: Review/Exam Week Friday (14 Oct 2022) 11:45 pm AEST
Module/Topic
N/A
Chapter
N/A
Events and Submissions/Topic
N/A
1 Portfolio
• There are four quizzes on Moodle in weeks 3, 5, 7, and 9 to help you prepare for your final written exam and beyond.
• The quizzes will be a mixture of multiple choice, True/False, matching and essay/ cases based on the material presented in the preceding weeks.
• These quizzes need to be taken in Moodle on the Friday that they are due. There will not be any make-up quizzes if not submitted on time without pre-approved written authorisation.
The quizzes will assist with review for the final assessment. The quiz will be based on the material presented in the term. It will involve any of multiple choice / true and false, matching and essay questions. It will be a 30 minute quiz. The quiz will be available during a 24 hour window. (0:01 until 23:59PM on the Friday)
Week 9 Friday (16 Sept 2022) 11:45 pm AEST
Submission on the Friday night at 11:59PM on the Friday of weeks 3,5,7,9.
Week 11 Friday (30 Sept 2022)
Online Feedback
All weekly quizzes will be graded.
• Each quiz is worth five (5%) of your total grade (20% total). If a quiz is not submitted, you will receive a grade of zero (0). You need a score of 50% or better to pass this assessment piece. A score below 50% total for all 4 quizzes will result in an "F" (Fail). There are no make-ups for missed quizzes without prior written pre-approval.
- Communication
- Problem Solving
- Information Literacy
- Information Technology Competence
- Cross Cultural Competence
- Ethical practice
- Social Innovation
- Apply clinical reasoning skills to the selection and application of assessment and management procedures relevant to complex and multifaceted conditions seen in chiropractic practice
- Reflect on and discuss the behavioural expectations of a healthcare professional in multi-cultural Australia.
2 Written Assessment
The End of Term test will take place in a computer lab under supervision of a staff member. The test will be delivered via Moodle and will involve a range of question types including multiple choice, true false, matching, short answer and essay/ cases. Quiz questions will assess the content delivered between weeks 1-12.
Review/Exam Week Friday (14 Oct 2022) 11:45 pm AEST
Via Moodle
Exam Week Friday (21 Oct 2022)
Via Moodle
The End of Term Test will be based on a score out of 100 points. You will need 50% to pass this test. If you do not pass a supplementary test may be offered based on CQU policy.
- Problem Solving
- Critical Thinking
- Information Technology Competence
- Apply clinical reasoning skills to the selection and application of assessment and management procedures relevant to complex and multifaceted conditions seen in chiropractic practice
- Reflect on and discuss the behavioural expectations of a healthcare professional in multi-cultural Australia.
3 Practical Assessment
The practical assessment (OSCE) will take place in week 12 and involve components from material presented in the tutorials and lectures as well as practical material considered assumed knowledge from prior classes.
There will be OSCE practice cards and a rubric released during term.
Week 12 Friday (7 Oct 2022) 11:45 pm AEST
In lab
Review/Exam Week Friday (14 Oct 2022)
Moodle
OSCE
The assessment is graded as a Pass/ Fail. You must obtain a cumulative grade of 70% or greater required to pass this OSCE. Each section of the OSCE will be graded. If you receive a cumulative grade of less than 70%, you may be offered a re-sit for the section(s) below 70%. Scores below 45% will not be offered a re-sit. If the re-sit brings your cumulative score above 70% you will pass the OSCE. If after the re-sit, your cumulative score is below 70% you will receive an "F" (fail) for the unit. .
- Communication
- Problem Solving
- Critical Thinking
- Cross Cultural Competence
- Ethical practice
- Demonstrate advanced clinical assessment skills including neurological and orthopedic procedures used in chiropractic practice
- Demonstrate advanced management skills including techniques used in chiropractic practice
4 On-campus Activity
On-Campus Activity (50%)
The assessment will entail a detailed assessment which will occur during weeks 4, 7 &10. These on-campus activities must be completed during the tutorial. The assessment will take part during one of the two weekly tutorials to be determined by the tutors.
This assessment will entail assessing a condition studied during the term in detail and then demonstrating an adjustment/ manipulation studied at CQUniversity. The purpose of these on-campus activities is to provide ongoing feedback to students regarding their performance as it concerns the applying of their practical skills in a contextual nature helping to develop assessment and management procedures including critical thinking, physical diagnosis and adjustment/manipulation techniques.
Week 10 Friday (23 Sept 2022) 11:45 pm AEST
The assessments will be upload together to Moodle for weeks 1-6 for a record of your work by the end of Week 6 Friday 28/8/2022 at 11:45PM and for weeks 7-10 by the end of Week 10 Friday 23/9//2022 at 11:45PM.
Week 12 Friday (7 Oct 2022)
Via Moodle
Grading will be based on clinical reasoning and psychomotor skills in assessing the condition and also on the ability to adjust/manipulate a region that was studied during the term. There are a total of three (3) assessment pieces each graded at one-third of the total grade equalling 100%. This assessment cannot be made up at any other time unless a prearranged written extension has been granted.
Rubrics will be provided in Moodle for each assessment.
- Communication
- Problem Solving
- Critical Thinking
- Team Work
- Cross Cultural Competence
- Ethical practice
- Demonstrate advanced clinical assessment skills including neurological and orthopedic procedures used in chiropractic practice
- Demonstrate advanced management skills including techniques used in chiropractic practice
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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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What is a breach of academic integrity?
A breach of academic integrity includes but is not limited to plagiarism, self-plagiarism, collusion, cheating, contract cheating, and academic misconduct. The Student Academic Integrity Policy and Procedure defines what these terms mean and gives examples.
Why is academic integrity important?
A breach of academic integrity may result in one or more penalties, including suspension or even expulsion from the University. It can also have negative implications for student visas and future enrolment at CQUniversity or elsewhere. Students who engage in contract cheating also risk being blackmailed by contract cheating services.
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For academic advice and guidance, the Academic Learning Centre (ALC) can support you in becoming confident in completing assessments with integrity and of high standard.