CMPL 7016 Musculoskeletal Health in Chinese Medicine

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Credit Points 10

Legacy Code 401134

Coordinator Isabella Leung Opens in new window

Description This subject will enable practitioners to develop an in-depth understanding of the diagnosis and management of musculoskeletal conditions with acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine. This subject presents a systematic approach to the assessment of musculoskeletal disorders using Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), the application of specific medical tests and includes a focus on common musculoskeletal disorders, sports injuries and rehabilitation. Musculoskeletal Health in Chinese Medicine provides a strong specialist clinical focus on the management of musculoskeletal health disorders with acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine.

School Health Sciences

Discipline Traditional Chinese Medicine

Student Contribution Band HECS Band 2 10cp

Level Postgraduate Coursework Level 7 subject

Incompatible Subjects CMPL 7017 - Musculoskeletal Health in Chinese Medicine 1 CMPL 7018 - Musculoskeletal Health in Chinese Medicine 2

Restrictions

Students must be enrolled in 4716 Master of Chinese Medicine.

Assessment

The following table summarises the standard assessment tasks for this subject. Please note this is a guide only. Assessment tasks are regularly updated, where there is a difference your Learning Guide takes precedence.

Type Length Percent Threshold Individual/Group Task
Case Study 2,000 words 45 N Individual
Literature Review 2,000 words 45 N Individual
Practical Exam 20 minutes in one workshop 10 N Individual

Teaching Periods