6056 (v.7) Physiology of Pain 552

Area:

School of Physiotherapy

Contact Hours:

2.0

Credits:

12.5

Tutorial:

1 x 2 Hours Weekly

Physiological principles of the afferent systems in particular those subserving pain. Concepts of sensation and perception and the structures involved in the pain experience. Joint receptors, the Gate Control theory and the descending pain control systems. Effect of pain on normal movement patterns, physical methods of pain relief.

Availability

Year	Location	Period	Internal	Area External	Central External
2003	Bentley Campus	Semester 1		Y
2003	Bentley Campus	Semester 2		Y

- Area External refers to external course/units run by the School or Department, offered online or through Web CT, or offered by research.
- Central External refers to external course/units run through the Curtin Bentley-based Distance Education Area.

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