PHTY306 Lecture Notes - Lecture 5: Time Management, Stopwatch, Tape Measure
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The case for community physio: effective, accessible, insights, functionally relevant, traditional treatment options not suitable, less medical complications. Common patient conditions: general physiotherapy (acute injuries, musculoskeletal, balance & strength training, falls prevention (incl. education, pre- and post-surgery rehabilitation, chest physiotherapy, neurological conditions, management of chronic conditions, prescription of personalised exercise programs. Coordinator: client makes daily contribution (from . 93 per day) towards all services, client assessed and given a budget, no out of pocket for client if within budget, funding caps in place (/hour + travel allowance) Lots of driving, clients are typically >75 y/o, Appointments: extensive initial assessments, 7-10 appointments, group falls prevention classes. Care planning (& budgeting: you are (still) part of a broader care team, other health professionals, care coordinators & carers, family, mobility aids and equipment suppliers e. g. mobiquip, lovedays, country. Reliable vehicle, phone (your diary, stopwatch, safety) Measurement tools tape measure, goniometer, bp and o2.
