Course Title: Provide myotherapy treatment

Part B: Course Detail

Teaching Period: Term1 2023

Course Code: COTH5011

Course Title: Provide myotherapy treatment

Important Information:

Please note that this course may have compulsory in-person attendance requirements for some teaching activities.  

To participate in any RMIT course in-person activities or assessment, you will need to comply with RMIT vaccination requirements which are applicable during the duration of the course. This RMIT requirement includes being vaccinated against COVID-19 or holding a valid medical exemption.  

Please read this RMIT Enrolment Procedure as it has important information regarding COVID vaccination and your study at RMIT: https://policies.rmit.edu.au/document/view.php?id=209.  

Please read the Student website for additional requirements of in-person attendance: https://www.rmit.edu.au/covid/coming-to-campus  

  

Please check your Canvas course shell closer to when the course starts to see if this course requires mandatory in-person attendance. The delivery method of the course might have to change quickly in response to changes in the local state/national directive regarding in-person course attendance.

School: 535T Social Care and Health

Campus: City Campus

Program: C6159 - Advanced Diploma of Myotherapy

Course Contact: Toby Glennon

Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 0320

Course Contact Email: toby.glennon@rmit.edu.au

Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff

Toby Glennon

toby.glennon@rmit.edu.au

 

Tino D'Angelo

tino.dangelo@rmit.edu.au

 

Nominal Hours: 150

Regardless of the mode of delivery, represent a guide to the relative teaching time and student effort required to successfully achieve a particular competency/module. This may include not only scheduled classes or workplace visits but also the amount of effort required to undertake, evaluate and complete all assessment requirements, including any non-classroom activities.

Pre-requisites and Co-requisites

This unit is clustered with VU21876 COTH5009 and forms the Myo AxRx cluster.

Course Description

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to administer myotherapy treatment according to the techniques and practices of a myotherapy framework.

No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.

National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria

National Element Code & Title:	VU21878 Provide myotherapy treatment
Element:	2. Inform and support the client to understand the myotherapy treatment
Performance Criteria:	2.1 The client is informed about the treatment trajectory and resourced to clarify points and information about the treatment 2.2 Client queries and concerns are responded to 2.3 Appropriate communication skills are used when explaining treatment plan and associated issues with clients
Element:	3. Apply myotherapy techniques
Performance Criteria:	3.1Myotherapy treatment is discussed with client and understanding is ensured regarding current and other sessions 3.2 Myotherapy techniques are applied according to the treatment plan and in accordance with the values, philosophies, principles, and practices of the myotherapy framework 3.3 Myotherapy techniques are applied to achieve desired treatment outcomes
Element:	4. Evaluate treatment
Performance Criteria:	4.1 Indicators of client response to myotherapy treatment are designed 4.2 Measurement tests are used to evaluate the effects of the treatment 4.3 Responses to treatment are monitored and aggravations are managed promptly if necessary 4.4 Treatment options are reviewed based upon evaluation and effects, including client information 4.5 The need for ongoing and/or additional treatment is evaluated 4.6 Changes to treatment strategy are discussed and negotiated with client to ensure beneficial outcomes 4.7 Additional treatment or referral for further examination is instigated
Element:	1. Manage the myotherapy treatment
Performance Criteria:	1.1 myotherapy treatment and its effects are described and discussed with the client 1.2 Mode of treatment, as well as its administration and management are discussed 1.3 Factors which may interfere with the effectiveness of the treatment are discussed 1.4 Consent for treatment is confirmed 1.5 Client is resourced to support and assist in the monitoring of treatment reactions 1.6 Reactions to treatments are identified, documented and responded to
Element:	1. Manage the myotherapy treatment
Performance Criteria:	1.1 myotherapy treatment and its effects are described and discussed with the client 1.2 Mode of treatment, as well as its administration and management are discussed 1.3 Factors which may interfere with the effectiveness of the treatment are discussed 1.4 Consent for treatment is confirmed 1.5 Client is resourced to support and assist in the monitoring of treatment reactions 1.6 Reactions to treatments are identified, documented and responded to

Learning Outcomes

See Elements above 

Details of Learning Activities

All class learning materials, notes and other key learning resources can be accessed via myRMIT at www.rmit.edu.au/learninghub.
A combination of activities will support student’s learning in this course, such as:
• Face-to-face &/or online lectures to cover theoretical and practical concepts for each topic in the course
• Students will learn to apply their skills and knowledge to work integrated learning (WIL) in the student & clinical practice environment, during simulations and classroom based learning
• Work experience &/or placements observation of performance in the workplace will be a valuable part of your learning experience
• Tutorial activities (individually and in teams) to discuss, debate, critique and consolidate your ideas and extend your understanding around key concepts within specific topics
• Online discussions and activities to support and collaborate with other students in your course and debate and discuss ideas
• Utilise and develop critical research and cognitive skills to find credible sources of health information
• Self-directed study time (eg. readings or activities around theory) to enhance and strengthen your knowledge and understanding of theoretical concepts
• To further facilitate learning students are strongly encouraged to use a range of communication tools between themselves and their course instructor as well as between themselves and fellow students by using the online learning platform
• It is strongly recommended that students partner up with fellow students in order to practice assessment, treatment and palpation techniques

Teaching Schedule

Semester One 

 

 

Week	Class Topic and Assessments
1	Introduction    Principles of myotherapy treatment and   assessment 1/3	Principles of myotherapy treatment and   assessment 2/3
1	AxRx - Clinical integration
2	Principles of myotherapy treatment and   assessment 3/3	Cervical    Principles of optimum function  Common pathologies  Observation
2	AxRx - Clinical integration
3	Cervical    Range of motion assessment  Orthopaedic/Special tests  Treatment: MFTT, cupping, DIP (Digital Ischemic Pressure)	Cervical    Treatment: MET, Joint mobilisation  Corrective exercises
3	AxRx - Clinical integration
4	Cervical    Putting it all together	Cervical    Assessment revision
4	AxRx - Clinical integration
5	AT 2.1 - Cervical	Ankle    Principles of optimum function  Common pathologies  Observation  Range of motion assessment
5	AxRx - Clinical integration
6	Ankle    Orthopaedic/Special tests  Treatment: MFTT, cupping, DIP, MET, Joint mobilization  Ankle corrective exercises	Knee    Principles of optimum function  Common pathologies  Observation  Range of motion assessment
6	AxRx - Clinical integration
7	Knee    Orthopaedic/Special tests  Treatment: MFTT, cupping, DIP, MET, Joint mobilization  Knee corrective exercises	Knee & Ankle    Putting it all together
7	AxRx - Clinical integration
8	Knee & Ankle    Assessment revision	Knee & Ankle    Assessment revision
8	AxRx - Clinical integration
9	AT 2.2 Lower leg, foot & ankle	Public holiday
9	Public holiday
	Mid-semester break
10	Thoracolumbar    Orthopaedic/Special tests  Treatment: MFTT, cupping, DIP, MET, Joint mobilization  Tx Lx corrective exercises	Hip    Principles of optimum function  Common pathologies  Observation  Range of motion assessment
10	AxRx - Clinical integration
11	Hip    Orthopaedic/Special tests  Treatment: MFTT, cupping, DIP, MET, Joint mobilization  Hip corrective exercises	Lumbopelvic & SIJ    Assessment of slings  Treatment: MFTT, cupping  Corrective exercises
11	AxRx - Clinical integration
12	Thoracolumbar & Hip    Putting it all together	Thoracolumbar & Hip    Assessment revision
12	AxRx - Clinical integration
13	AT 2.3 – Hip, Pelvis & Lumbar	GHJ & Scapulothoracic    Principles of optimum function  Common pathologies  Observation
13	AxRx - Clinical integration
14	GHJ & Scapulothoracic    Range of motion assessment  Orthopaedic/Special tests	GHJ & Scapulothoracic    Treatment: MFTT, cupping, DIP, MET, Joint mobilization  Corrective exercises
14	AxRx - Clinical integration
15	GHJ & Scapulothoracic    Putting it all together	GHJ & Scapulothoracic    Assessment revision
15	AxRx - Clinical integration
16	AT 2.4 – Glenohumeral joint    MDN – Practical assessment 3	AT 2.4 Glenohumeral joint    MDN – Practical assessment 3
16	AT 2.4 - Glenohumeral joint  MDN – Practical assessment 3
17	Assessment week 1 – All students need to be available
18	Assessment week 2 – All students need to be available

 

Semester Two 

 

 

Week	Class Topic and Assessments
1	Semester one recap  Semester two introduction	AxRx Clinical integration
2	Elbow, forearm & wrist	AxRx Clinical integration
3	Elbow, forearm & wrist	AxRx Clinical integration
4	Elbow, forearm & wrist	AxRx Clinical integration
5	Assessment revision	AxRx Clinical integration
6	AT 2.5 - Elbow, forearm & wrist	AxRx Clinical integration
7	Neuro introduction	AxRx Clinical integration
	Mid-semester break	Mid-semester break
8	Neuro    Myotome testing  Dermatome testing	AxRx Clinical integration
9	Neuro  Ulnar nerve  Median nerve	AxRx Clinical integration
10	Neuro    Radial nerve  Musculocutaneous nerve  Axillary nerve	AxRx Clinical integration
11	Neuro    Upper body review	AxRx Clinical integration
12	Neuro    Sciatic nerve	AxRx Clinical integration
13	Neuro    Femoral nerve	AxRx Clinical integration
14	Neuro    Assessment revision	AxRx Clinical integration
15	Subject review	Subject review
16	AT2.6 - Neuro	AT2.6 - Neuro
17	Assessment week 1 – All students need to be available
18	Assessment week 2 – All students need to be available

 

Learning Resources

Prescribed Texts

References

Other Resources

Overview of Assessment

To be deemed competent you must demonstrate an understanding of all aspects required of the competency. Assessment methods have been designed to measure your achievement of each competency in a flexible manner over multiple tasks.

 

Assessment Task 1 – Clinic Observation skills checklist

Assessment Task 2 – Practical case study assessments

 

Assessment Tasks

Myo AxRx Clinic observation skills checklists

All clinic skills in the Myo AxRx section of the clinic skills checklist must be completed in the RMIT student Myotherapy clinic.  Each skill must have the required satisfactory observations by the clinic supervisors. Please see clinic checklists for a list of these skills.

These skills must be completed prior to the final clinic shift.

 

2. Myo AxRx Practical Assessments

6 Practical case study based assessments will be held during class time.  Students will be assessed on practical skills and knowledge.  These practical assessments incorporate skills from other courses/subjects, so please check assessment tools carefully.

 

All components of the assessment must be shown to a satisfactory level for the student to be deemed competent for these courses.

 

AT 2.1 - Cervical practical case study.

AT 2.2 - Lower leg, foot & ankle

AT 2.3 - Hip, Pelvis and lumbar practical case study.

AT 2.4 - Gleno-humeral joint practical case study.

AT 2.5 - Elbow, forearm, wrist & hand

AT 2.6 - Neurological and neurodynamic practical case study

 

All assessments must be satisfactory for a student to be deemed competent in these units.

Assessment Matrix

Other Information

Important information regarding Assessment Tasks:

 

Each individual assessment may only be resubmitted once. 

Resubmissions are not automatic and will only be approved at the discretion of the Program Coordinator, after consultation with the teacher.

All students will be contacted with 7 days by their course coordinator in regards to resubmission completion dates.

   

 

EXTENSION OR SPECIAL CONSIDERATION

If due to illness or other unforeseen circumstance, you are unable to attend on the due date of an assessment (e.g. test, examination, oral, etc.) OR you do attend, but your performance has been affected, you may submit an APPLICATION FOR SPECIAL CONSIDERATION within 5 working days of the due date. If Special Consideration is granted, you will be given the opportunity to complete/repeat the assessment task at a later date. For advice on this application please visit www.rmit.edu.au/students/specialconsideration or speak to your Program Coordinator.
If due to illness or other unforeseen circumstance, you are unable to submit by the due date (e.g. assignment, report, project etc.):
you may submit an APPLICATION FOR EXTENSION OF TIME FOR SUBMISSION OF ASSESSABLE WORK for an extension of time of up to seven (7) calendar days or less. This must be lodged with the Program Coordinator 1 working day before the original due date. If granted, you will have the opportunity to submit up to 7 days later than the original due date. For advice on this application please visit www.rmit.edu.au/students/assessment/extension or speak to your Program Coordinator.

Where an extension of greater than seven days is needed, you must apply for SPECIAL CONSIDERATION. 

If you require further information, please contact your teacher or Program Coordinator.

 

Academic Integrity and Plagiarism

RMIT has a strict policy on plagiarism and academic integrity. Please refer to 

https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/rights-and-responsibilities/academic-integrity

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