13066 (v.2) Physiology of Pain 652

Area:

School of Physiotherapy

Contact Hours:

2.0

Credits:

12.5

Lecture:

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 during pain. Joint receptors and the Gate Control theory and the descending pain control systems. Effect ofpain on normal movement patterns, physical methods of pain relief.

Availability

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