6.46	Medical Rehabilitation

Director: Emily Etcheverry
General Office: R106-771 McDermot Avenue
Telephone: (204) 480 1369
Fax: (204) 789 3927
Email: ckdyck@cc.umanitoba.ca
Website: umanitoba.ca/medrehab

Academic Staff

Program Information
The School of Medical Rehabilitation currently offers an M.Sc. (Rehabilitation) degree program. The purpose of this program is to conduct and promote basic and clinical research directed towards prevention of disability, improvement and restoration of functional capability altered as a consequence of injury or disease, and alleviation of pain associated with injury and disease and primary prevention.

The diverse research programs and facilities of the School offer opportunities for graduate education in the areas of neuroscience, cardiorespiratory function, exercise physiology, musculoskeletal function, and human occupation. Through proximity to a range of clinical settings and strong collaborative links the program offers particular opportunities to engage in clinically relevant research. Opportunities are available to engage in research relevant to most of the major areas of rehabilitation. Graduates of this program have gone on to advanced clinical practice and administrative positions within the health care system. Because of the strong research emphasis, graduates are well prepared for doctoral study.

Fields of Research
The School has several diverse but complimentary programs of research in the areas listed above which are directed to: assessing outcomes of therapeutic interventions by single centre clinical trials; furthering understanding of the physiological basis of current rehabilitation clinical practice; developing new strategies to restore function or to substitute for functional losses, as well as to improve mobility and enhance physical adaptation to functional losses; developing new strategies to manage functional impairment; developing rehabilitation-related interventions to minimize secondary impairments and promote life long health; developing innovative rehabilitation interventions, including novel physical therapies and rehabilitation engineering products; and understanding the mechanisms of workplace injury, developing strategies to prevent injury and decrease morbidity consequent to work-related injury developing interventions for primary prevention of disease related to physical inactivity.

Research Facilities
The School of Medical Rehabilitation is located at the Bannatyne Campus in downtown Winnipeg. This campus is adjacent to the Health Sciences Centre, a major teaching hospital complex, with rehabilitation-related facilities for pediatric, adult and geriatric patients including physiotherapy, occupational therapy, rehabilitation engineering, prosthetics and orthotics. The school has a number of world-class research laboratories conveniently located in the Rehabilitation Hospital of the Health Sciences Centre.

M.Sc. (Rehabilitation)

Admission
In addition to the minimum course requirements of the Faculty of Graduate Studies found in the Graduate Studies Regulations Section of this Calendar, admission requirements include a baccalaureate degree in Physical Therapy, or Occupational Therapy, or Respiratory Therapy, or a baccalaureate degree in an area related to rehabilitation, and an academic record which meets the entrance requirements of the Faculty of Graduate Studies. Preference will be given to persons with an entry level professional degree in Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, or Respiratory Therapy.

Application Deadlines
The School of Medical Rehabilitation allows students to begin their program on either September 1 or January 1. For admission for each of these start dates, Canadian/U.S. students should send their applications with complete supporting documentation to the School of Medical Rehabilitation no less than three (3) months before the intended start date. Non-Canadian students should send their applications with complete supporting documentation to the School of Medical Rehabilitation to arrive no later than seven months (7) before the intended start date.

Program Requirements
Program requirements are those of the Faculty of Graduate Studies found in the Graduate Studies Regulations Section of this Calendar.

Second language reading requirement: None

Expected time to graduate: Two years

Ph.D.
The School of Medical Rehabilitation does not offer a Ph.D. Program

Ph.D. in Applied Health Sciences
The School of Medical Rehabilitation, along with the Faculty of Physical Education and Recreation Studies, Faculty of Human Ecology, and Faculty of Nursing, now offers a multi-faculty Ph.D. in Applied Health Sciences. Information on this program may be found in another section of this calendar.

Course Descriptions

REHB 7010 Neurosciences Cr.Hrs.3 (Formerly 068.701) To provide the student with a comprehensive understanding of the neurophysiological basis of motor behaviour including: motor control mechanisms, pathophysiological correlates, and clinical manifestations of central nervous system lesions involving motorcentres.

REHB 7050 Ergonomics Cr.Hrs.3 (Formerly 068.705) This course shall examine the basic tenet of ergonomics, "the modification of the environment to meet the needs of the individual," and contrasted to "the adaptation of the individual to meet the constraints of the environment."

REHB 7060 Gerontology Cr.Hrs.3 (Formerly 068.706) Designed to increase knowledge and understanding of geriatric/gerontology research related to the biological, physical, psychological and sociological health and function of older adults in society. A particular focus will be on social cognition and the role of perceived control in the rehabilitation of older adults.

REHB 7070 Exercise Rehabilitation for Persons with Disabilities Cr.Hrs.3 (Formerly 068.707) The student shall acquire a better understanding and increased knowledge of: the application of endurance exercise testing and training principles with disabled individuals; and the practical application of these skills.

REHB 7080 Pediatrics: Neuro-Development Cr.Hrs.3 (Formerly 068.708) To increase the student's understanding of the developmental factors important in planning interventions with the pediatric neurological patient.

REHB 7130 Advanced Ergonomics Cr.Hrs.3 (Formerly 068.713) This course is designed to enhance the student's understanding and application of ergonomic principles in the clinical setting. The student will choose from a selected list of current ergonomic topics and will research this topic under the guidance of the supervisor. The research will be formally presented at the end of the course.

REHB 7160 Rehabilitation Research Techniques Cr.Hrs.3 (Formerly 068.716) Introduction to techniques used in rehabilitation research including bioelectrical signal recording such as electro-myography, strength assessment using isovelocity dynamometry, acquisition, processing and storage of experimental data.

REHB 7170 Topics in Rehabilitation Cr.Hrs.3 (Formerly 068.717) A readings, tutorial and practical course designed to enhance the student's knowledge of basic science and clinical investigations and to provide experience in the logical development of approach to a problem.

REHB 7180 Readings in Rehabilitation Cr.Hrs.3 (Formerly 068.718) Readings course covering recent advances in an area of rehabilitation related to a student's field of research.

REHB 7190 Structure and Function of the Musculoskeletal System Cr.Hrs.3 (Formerly 068.719) Tutorial and laboratory course providing in-depth study of the structure and function of a specific musculoskeletal region pertinent to rehabilitation. Synthesis of subject material in anatomy, physiology, biomechanics, pathology and rehabilitation. Prerequisites: REHB 1450 (or 068.145), REHB 1460 (or 068.146), REHB 1530 (or 068.153) or REHB 2890 (or 068.289), and REHB 3470 (or 068.347) or equivalent courses.

REHB 7200 Dynamometry Cr.Hrs.3 (Formerly 068.720) A comprehensive study of dynamometry and the use of dynamometers for the assessment of strength, endurance and passive properties of soft tissues.

REHB 7210 Dynamics I Cr.Hrs.3 (Formerly 068.721) To understand the relationship between neuro-physiological and biomechanical factors in the production of functional multi-segmented motion in clinical motor disorders encountered in medical rehabilitation.

REHB 7220 Dynamics II Cr.Hrs.3 (Formerly 068.722) This course is designed to enhance the student's understanding and application of biomechanical principles to the clinical setting. The student will choose from a selected list of current kinesiological topics and will research this topic under the guidance of the supervisor. The research will be formally presented at the end of the course. Prerequisite: REHB 7210 (or 068.721).

REHB 7230 Independent Study Cr.Hrs.6 (Formerly 068.723) Students complete an in-depth study of evidence for practice in an area of interest. Students will work with an assigned faculty advisor to define and evaluate a particular area of interest in rehabilitation practice, particularly in occupational or physical therapy.

REHB 7240 Theoretical Foundations of Occupational Therapy Cr.Hrs.3 (Formerly 068.724) An in-depth study of the theory base in Occupational Therapy. The focus of the course is models of occupation and their impact on occupational therapy practice. Prerequisite: Previous degree in Occupational Therapy.

REHB 7250 Facilitating Client-Centred Processes Cr.Hrs.3 (Formerly 068.725) Theory and practical course designed to develop an advanced understanding of the principles of client-entered practice. The course will focus on the development of the requisite knowledge, skills and attitudes to evaluate and implement client-0centered approaches and facilitate environments conducive to client-entered practice. Prerequisite: Consent of instructor

REHB 7260 Assistive Technology Cr.Hrs.3 (Formerly 068.726) A theory and practice course designed to develop an advanced understanding of the application of technology for individuals with disabilities as a means to occupation. Particular emphasis will be on evaluating the impact and understanding the theory guiding the use of assistive technology, and developing an understanding of the contexts in which assistive technologies are used.

REHB 7270 Pain and Rehabilitation Cr.Hrs.3 (Formerly 068.727) Designed to enhance the student's knowledge of basic science and clinical investigations related to pain, as well as the clinical relevance of pain transmission and modulation in rehabilitation. The course is delivered in small group tutorial format to facilitate student interaction and exchange of information.