The characteristics of such relationships and the factors which influence same, such as the media, public and health professional expectations, power and knowledge differentials, the presence of uncertainty and professional sub-cultures will be explored. The aim of this subject is to examine the regions of the human body and to understand the detailed physiology of the various systems, in order to develop an integrated view of the regulated functioning of the human body. Relevant aspects of pharmacology and microbiology are introduced in the context of reaction to drugs and response to micro-organisms. This subject aims to introduce students to dimensions of human behaviour that underpin adaptation in health, health breakdown and living with special needs. Research Methods in Health Care Research underpins and guides practice, programs, policy planning and evaluative processes in health care.
Research is an important element of practice of all health professionals.
Research findings help to ensure that their practice is based on reliable and valid principles in terms of understanding possible outcomes that may result from their actions. This subject introduces students to principles and methods of research used in health care. It takes the view that all health professionals are contributors to research, both as consumers and producers of research. They need to develop research skills which will assist them in this process. The aim of this subject is to develop your ability to understand and perform osteopathic scanning and segmental definition of the lumbar spine and pelvis, the thoracic spine and the lower extremity, along with articulatory and muscle energy techniques for these regions.