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Concepts of Management in Musculoskeletal Trauma (HEAL422)

Learners will develop in-depth knowledge, understanding and critical thinking to facilitate the effective clinical assessment of patients who have sustained musculoskeletal trauma. The module will enable critical evaluation of the appropriate management strategies for patients who have sustained musculoskeletal trauma, including non-operative, preoperative and postoperative cases.

Module delivery

Part-time delivery, with the module delivered in one semester. The module runs in semester 2.

Key dates and application information

Module start date: the next delivery of this module will be January 2026.

Who is the module for?

The module is designed for practising, registered healthcare professionals. The module can be used to support continuous professional development.

Module details and indicative content

Learners will demonstrate in-depth knowledge in relation to the key elements of subjective and objective examination procedures for musculoskeletal trauma patients using a systems-based approach. They will also appraise current concepts of trauma management for preoperative and non-operative patients in relation to the presenting signs and symptoms.

Additionally, you will be expected to analyse the current concepts utilised in the management of patients with MSK trauma in the context of the evidence base with particular reference to the surgical pathways and post operative management.

Learners will also explore the potential complications that may occur in the preoperative and postoperative management of patients with musculoskeletal trauma, and reflect critically upon their clinical decision-making in the practice environment including the identification of potential ethical dilemmas, areas of clinical risk and role limitations using an evidence-based approach.

How you are assessed

There are two summative assessments:

  • A scientific poster.
  • A portfolio and critical reflection assignment.

To support summative assessment, there are opportunities to undertake formative assessment.