Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy (Manipulative/Sports Physiotherapy)
The School of Physiotherapy offers a number of Postgraduate Programmes in the area of Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy. In 2010, the School added distance learning options to the Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy, Manipulative Physiotherapy and Sports Physiotherapy programmes. Enrolment on a part-time basis in the distance learning papers will enable clinicians to continue with their professional commitments, whilst enjoying a course that develops their clinical skills and thinking through to Masters level.
Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy
The Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy programme offers a graduated structured study plan enabling suitably qualified physiotherapists to progress from a Postgraduate Diploma through to a Master of Physiotherapy endorsed in the areas of Manipulative Physiotherapy or Sports Physiotherapy.
Manipulative Physiotherapy
The postgraduate programmes endorsed in Manipulative Physiotherapy is designed to advance the practical and clinical reasoning skills of the physiotherapist managing patients with disorders of the musculoskeletal system, such as chronic spinal problems.
The programme emphasises an integrated clinical approach, using concepts and techniques from a variety of approaches to manual therapy, manipulation and exercise, underpinned by an understanding of clinical anatomy, medical specialties and other relevant disciplines.
Clinical practice is supervised by leading manipulative physiotherapists in a small group format, providing an ideal opportunity to facilitate the development of clinical expertise
Sports Physiotherapy
The postgraduate programme in Sports Physiotherapy provides the physiotherapist currently working in the area of musculoskeletal physiotherapy with the opportunity to advance their knowledge, competence and skills in a sports and exercise-specific educational environment.
The programme incorporates a multidisciplinary approach, including contributions from the University of Otago Schools of Medicine, Medical Sciences, Pharmacy and Physical Education. There is a strong biomedical focus in anatomy and pathophysiology that underpins the development of clinical reasoning and practical skills in sports physiotherapy.
Learning is consolidated in a variety of specialised clinical settings, dealing with elite athletes and working with sports clinicians, academics and coaches.
There is a strong emphasis on exercise-based rehabilitation, manual/manipulative therapy and clinical sports medicine multi-skilling.
Programme Options
The programmes below are also available full time on-campus – please enquire
Postgraduate Certificate in Physiotherapy (Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy)
Postgraduate Diploma in Physiotherapy (Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy)
Masters in Physiotherapy (Manipulative Physiotherapy)
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PHTY 501 or PHTX 501; PHTY 510 or PHTX 510; PHTY 540 or PHTX 540; PHTY 541 or PHTX 541; PHTY 550 or PHTX 550; PHTY 561 or PHTX 530. Note: A candidate who has completed the Diploma in Manipulative Therapy awarded by the New Zealand Manipulative Therapists' Association and who enrolled initially for that diploma in 1990 or later may be exempted from PHTY 541. |
Masters of Physiotherapy (Sports Physiotherapy)
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PHTY 501 or PHTX 501, PHTY 510 or PHTX 510, PHTY 540 or PHTX 540, PHTY 542 or PHTX 542, PHTY 550 or PHTX 550, PHTY 561 or PHTX 530. |
International applicants please note: In any of these programmes international students are required to enrol full time and obtain Special Purpose Scope of Practice registration from the Physiotherapy Board of New Zealand prior to commencement of the course. The qualifications do not entitle overseas trained physiotherapists to practice in New Zealand.
For further information about the course content:
Email Dr Tony
Schneiders
For postgraduate administration and enrolment information contact:
Email Nicola Clarke
Telephone: 0800 687 489 or
Email Dr Steve Tumilty
