Clinical examination of the musculoskeletal system

Module: Medical Exercise Therapy

This module is the cornerstone of our education and one of the most comprehensive courses in strength training, athletic training and rehabilitation. Through this module, you will develop the skills that set a skilled therapist apart from others, namely the ability to make a correct diagnosis. Here you will gain in-depth knowledge of orthopedic testing and differentiation of various diagnoses, which is crucial to understanding how to best guide your clients in training and rehabilitation.

Learning objectives:

Understanding clinical anatomy:

Develop a deep understanding of the body’s muscles, skeleton and joints.
Be able to identify relevant structures through palpation and clinical tests.

Orthopedic Testing:

Learn to perform a wide range of orthopedic tests to assess functionality and diagnose injuries.
Distinguish between different musculoskeletal diagnoses using both classic and modern tests.
Understand when it is necessary to refer the patient to specialists for further evaluation.

Differential diagnosis:

Be able to distinguish between different conditions and diseases with similar symptoms.
Understand the relationship between the patient’s medical history, clinical findings, and the results of orthopedic tests.

Complete investigation process:

Develop the skills to conduct a systematic and thorough examination of the entire musculoskeletal system.
Design a structured and effective treatment plan based on the results of the examination.

Therapeutic decision making:

Learn to make informed therapeutic decisions based on the clinical examination.
Be able to guide clients in the selection of training, rehabilitation exercises and lifestyle changes.

Integrated knowledge from various therapeutic areas:

Benefit from insights from physiotherapy, naprapathy, chiropractic, osteopathy and manual therapy.
Understand how different therapies can be combined for optimal treatment.

Communication and patient relations:

Develop communication skills to build trust with clients and patients.
Be able to explain complex clinical findings in an understandable manner.

Documentation and reporting:

Learn to document clinical findings and treatment progress in a professional manner.
Understand the importance of thorough reporting for further referral and collaboration with other healthcare professionals.

This module provides you with an in-depth and detailed understanding of the musculoskeletal system, enabling you to develop the clinical reasoning skills essential to becoming a successful therapist. With this competency, you will be able to make informed decisions that improve the health and well-being of your clients, whether they are elite athletes or individuals looking to return to everyday life after an injury.