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Study Details: 1 Year
Our MSc/PGDip/PGCert Musculoskeletal (MSK) Management is designed for medical and healthcare professionals. You'll get the advanced knowledge and skills you need to successfully care for patients with MSK conditions.
Musculoskeletal (MSK) disorders are a prevalent and major cause of ill health and physical disability in the UK as well as globally. They can reduce quality of life, impacting on family and relationship, as well as limiting people’s capacity to work and lead a full life. This is a growing area of healthcare which takes up 30% of UK GP caseloads.
On this Musculoskeletal Management programme you’ll learn how to assess, triage and care for patients. You’ll discover how to apply the clinical theory, practice and associated research in the prevention, assessment and management of MSK conditions.
Applicants should hold at least 2:2 degree in either of the following subjects: BSc Physiotherapy or Bachelor of Medicine Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) or similar qualification
MBBS students can complete the MSc as an intercalation year after year 3 of undergraduate training
Applications from other related professions will be considered on an individual basis
Be actively engaged in or have access to clinical experience in musculoskeletal practice in order to support learning within the programme
Interview required
IELTS: Score of at least 6.5 or equivalent
A satisfactory Criminal records declaration (DBS/Disclosure Scotland) is required for this course
This course is ideal as a development opportunity for current medical and health professionals who wish to advance their knowledge and skills related to the treatment of MSK conditions.
Core Modules:
Musculoskeletal Management of the Upper Limb
Musculoskeletal Management of the Lower Limb
Musculoskeletal Management of Spinal Dysfunction
Optional Modules:
Leadership for Allied Health Professionals
Professional Project
Dissertation
Physical Activity in Health and Disease
Work Based Learning
Research and Evidence Based Practice Methods
Musculoskeletal Management of Rheumatological Conditions
Non-medical Prescribing
Injection Therapy
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