Course Title: Perform remedial massage musculoskeletal assessments
Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term1 2024
Course Code: SPRT5102C
Course Title: Perform remedial massage musculoskeletal assessments
Important Information:
Please note that this course may have compulsory in-person attendance requirements for some teaching activities.
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School: 535T Social Care and Health
Campus: City Campus
Program: C5357 - Diploma of Remedial Massage
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
Ashlee Weber
Nominal Hours: 240
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 course is co-delivered with:
HLTMSG005 (SPRT5104C) Provide remedial massage treatments
Course Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to assess the needs of clients presenting with soft tissue dysfunction, musculoskeletal imbalance or restrictions in range of motion (ROM). It requires the ability to gather client information, conduct specific tests and bring information together to develop a remedial massage treatment plan. There is a strong focus on functional anatomy. This unit applies to remedial massage therapists.
The skills in this unit must be applied in accordance with Commonwealth and State/Territory legislation, Australian/New Zealand standards and industry codes of practice.
National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria
National Element Code & Title: |
HLTMSG003 Perform remedial massage musculoskeletal assessments |
Element: |
1. Determine scope of client needs |
Performance Criteria: |
1.1 Explore and clarify client expectations 1.2 Provide clear information about scope and limits of services to be provided 1.3 Collect an accurate, relevant and organised health record, and document in a form which can be interpreted readily by other professionals 1.4 Recognise needs that are beyond scope of own practice and make referrals to other health care professionals as required 1.5 Identify and respond to any barriers to information gathering and assessment 1.6 Seek client information respectfully and sensitively, using purposeful, systematic and diplomatic questions 1.7 Manage information in a confidential and secure way |
Element: |
2. Make a physical assessment |
Performance Criteria: |
2.1 Provide information about the physical assessment process and obtain client consent to proceed 2.2 Follow clinical and practitioner hygiene procedures 2.3 Respect client dignity and anticipate sensitivities 2.4 Seek client feedback on comfort levels 2.5 Assess client through palpation, observation and ROM testing 2.6 Identify variations from normal posture or structural function in relation to presenting symptoms 2.7 Analyse static and dynamic variables of posture through use of functional and special testing indicated by presenting condition 2.8 Use ongoing questioning with client to gain further information as required 2.9 Accurately document information from the physical assessment |
Element: |
3. Develop treatment plan |
Performance Criteria: |
3.1 Correlate results of physical assessment with case history 3.2 Consider available medical information and incorporate into analysis within scope of own practice 3.3 Identify condition according to stage and related implications 3.4 Identify and respond to indications or contraindications for remedial massage 3.5 Determine optimum type, duration and frequency of treatments 3.6 Use professional judgement to draw substantiated conclusions about treatment needs 3.7 Establish expected treatment outcomes based on the remedial massage framework and evidence 3.8 Accurately document proposed treatment plan |
Element: |
4. Confirm assessment and treatment plan with client |
Performance Criteria: |
4.1 Discuss assessment, its implications and rationale for treatment with the client 4.2 Assign and agree treatment priorities and expectations in consultation with the client 4.3 Schedule times and session lengths suited to the required techniques and sequences 4.4 Respond to client enquiries using language the client understands 4.5 Discuss referral and collaborative options with the client as required |
Learning Outcomes
Please refer to the Elements of Competency.
Details of Learning Activities
This course is a practical unit where students will observe and then perform assessment processes and treatment techniques on their peers.
Teaching Schedule
| SEMESTER 1 | |
| Topics | |
| Week 1 | Intro to AxRx |
| Legal and ethical considerations | |
| Scope of practice and referal templates | |
| Subjective examination (LOOTRADIOPS) | |
| 9 point flexibility test | |
| Week 2 | Global postural observation |
| Principles of Active ROM, Passive ROM and Resisted testing | |
| Week 3 | Modalities and practical application |
| Week 4 | Modalities and practical application |
| Review | |
| Week 5 | Cervical region |
| Anatomy and palpation | |
| Postural assessment | |
| Range of motion | |
| Special tests | |
| Week 6 | Anatomy and palpation |
| Treatment | |
| Correctives | |
| Week 7 | Putting it all together |
| Mock assessment - Revision | |
| Week 8 | Skills Assessment - Cervical (AT2.1 003 & AT1.1 005) |
| Week 9 | Shoulder region |
| Anatomy and palpation | |
| Postural assessment | |
| Range of motion Active & Passive | |
| Week 10 | Anatomy and palpation |
| Resisted testing | |
| Special tests | |
| Treatment | |
| Week 11 | Treatment |
| Correctives | |
| Putting it all together | |
| Mock assessment - Revision | |
| Week 12 | Skills Assessment - Shoulder (AT2.2 003 & AT1.2 005) |
| Week 13 | Elbow & Wrist region |
| Anatomy and palpation | |
| Postural assessment | |
| Range of motion Active & Passive | |
| Week 14 | Anatomy and palpation |
| Resisted testing | |
| Special tests | |
| Treatment | |
| Week 15 | Correctives |
| Putting it all together | |
| Mock assessment - Revision | |
| Week 16 | Skills Assessment - Elbow & Wrist (AT2.3 003 & AT1.3 005) |
| Week 17 | Assessment week 1 |
| Week 18 | Assessment week 2 |
| SEMESTER 2 | |
| Topics | |
| Week 1 | Thoracic & Lumbar region |
| Anatomy and palpation | |
| Postural assessment | |
| Range of motion | |
| Special tests | |
| Week 2 | Anatomy and palpation |
| Treatment | |
| Correctives | |
| Week 3 | Hip, Pelvis & SIJ |
| Anatomy and palpation | |
| Postural assessment | |
| Range of motion Active & Passive | |
| Week 4 | Anatomy and palpation |
| Resisted testing | |
| Special tests | |
| Treatment | |
| Week 5 | Treatment |
| Correctives | |
| Putting it all together | |
| Mock assessment - Revision | |
| Week 6 | Skills Assessment - Thoracic, Lumbar & Hip (AT2.4 003 & AT1.4 005) |
| Week 7 | Knee region |
| Anatomy and palpation | |
| Postural assessment | |
| Range of motion Active & Passive | |
| Resisted testing | |
| Week 8 | Anatomy and palpation |
| Special tests | |
| Treatment | |
| Correctives | |
| Week 9 | Ankle region |
| Anatomy and palpation | |
| Postural assessment | |
| Range of motion Active & Passive | |
| Week 10 | Anatomy and palpation |
| Resisted testing | |
| Special tests | |
| Treatment | |
| Correctives | |
| Week 11 | Putting it all together |
| Mock assessment - Revision | |
| Week 12 | Skills Assessment - Knee & Ankle (AT2.5 003 & AT1.5 005) |
| Week 13 | Neuro |
| Dermatomes | |
| Myotomes | |
| Week 14 | Treatment |
| Week 15 | Putting it all together |
| Mock assessment - Revision | |
| Week 16 | Skills Assessment - Industry Skills (AT2.6 003 & AT1.5 006) |
| Week 17 | Assessment week 1 |
| Week 18 | Assessment week 2 |
Learning Resources
Prescribed Texts
References
Other Resources
The University Library has extensive resources and provides subject specialist expertise, research advice, help with referencing and support through:
The Learning Lab
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/study-support/learning-lab
The Study Support Hub
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/study-support/study-support-hub
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 – Knowledge assessment - Assessment and Anatomy Portfolio
Assessment Task 2 – Practical Skills assessment tasks
Assessment Task 3 - Clinic checklists
Assessment Task 4- Client assessment knowledge quiz
Assessment Task 5- Clinical practice
Assessment Tasks
There will be 5 assessment tasks to assess your ability to apply the skills and knowledge delivered in class and outlined in the course notes. Please refer to canvas for the due date for each task.
Assessment Task 1 - Assessment and Anatomy Portfolio (1.1-1.5)
1.1 Cervical Region - Due week 7 Semester 1
1.2 Shoulder Region - Due week 11 Semester 1
1.3 Elbow & Wrist - Due week 15 semester 1
1.4 Tx, Lx & Hip - Due week 5 semester 2
1.5 Knee, Foot & Ankle - Due week 11 semester 2
Assessment Task 2 - Skills Assessment (2.1 – 2.6)
2.1 Cervical Region - Due week 8 semester 1
2.2 Shoulder Region - Due week 12 semester 1
2.3 Elbow & Wrist - Due week 16 semester 1
2.4 Tx, Lx & Hip - Due week 6 semester 2
2.5 Knee, Foot & Ankle- Due week 12 semester 2
2.6 Industry Skills - Due week 16 semester 2
Assessment Task 3 - Clinical Assessment Skills Observation - Due week 17 semester 2
Assessment Task 4 - Client Assessment Knowledge Quiz - Due week 8 semester 2
Assessment Task 5 – Remedial Clinic Logbook - Due week 17 semester 2
Students enrolled in Vocational Education and Training qualifications are assessed for Competency. To be assessed as Competent means you have consistently demonstrated the required knowledge and skills at a standard expected in the workplace.
To be assessed as Competent in this course, you will need to complete each assessment task to a satisfactory standard. You will receive feedback from the teacher at the conclusion of each assessment task.
Every task must be completed satisfactorily for competence to be achieved. Unless otherwise advised you must submit all work via the RMIT issued assessment tool which is located in Canvas for you to populate.
Resubmissions are at the discretion of the teacher and/or coordinator. Please see below statement under Resubmission
You should refer to the assessment brief which is available through Canvas for full assessment criteria and due dates
Results that apply to courses that are delivered and assessed in accordance with competency-based assessment are:
CA: Competency Achieved
NYC: Not Yet Competent
DNS: Did not Submit for Assessment
Resubmissions
You will be given two (2) attempts for each assessment to demonstrate the required skills. If a student does not submit an assessment on the first date provided however submits on the resubmission date this submission will be the only attempt allowed.
A supplementary assessment can only be offered after discussions between teacher and the Program Coordinator and is not automatic. Supplementary assessments are at the discretion of the Program Coordinator and Program Manager after a conversation is had by the teacher, Program Coordinator and Program Manager. A supplementary assessment will take into account class attendance( 80-100% requirement), interaction within class and communication with the class teacher.
Assessment Matrix
The assessment matrix demonstrates alignment of assessment tasks with the relevant unit of competency. These mapping documents are available through Program Administration if required.
Other Information
Important information regarding Assessment Tasks
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.
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