Subjective Examination in Physiotherapy Clinical Practice

About the Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy Course

This musculoskeletal physiotherapy course is designed to help physiotherapists master the subjective examination, a crucial step in clinical assessment and treatment planning. A well-structured subjective assessment ensures accurate diagnosis, effective clinical reasoning, and patient-centered care.

Aligned with Australian physiotherapy clinical practice standards, this physio course provides a structured approach to gathering patient history, utilizing body charts, and developing diagnostic hypotheses. Through real-world case studies, participants will enhance their ability to ask the right questions, interpret patient responses, and refine their clinical reasoning skills.

Why Take This Online Physiotherapy Course?

Understanding the why, when, and how of subjective examination is essential for every physiotherapist. This musculoskeletal physiotherapy course will help you:
✔ Strengthen clinical reasoning through effective patient history-taking.
✔ Develop hypothesis-driven subjective assessments for accurate diagnosis.
✔ Master the use of body charts to analyze pain patterns and contributing factors.
✔ Align with Australian physiotherapy standards, ensuring best-practice assessment.
✔ Improve patient outcomes through structured and patient-centered evaluations.

Learning Outcome of Physiotherapy Course

• What is subjective examination? Understanding its role in musculoskeletal physiotherapy.
• When to conduct a subjective examination and how it shapes treatment planning.
• Why subjective assessment is critical—its impact on accurate diagnosis and treatment outcomes.
• How to perform an effective subjective examination, including history-taking, structuring questions, and identifying red/yellow flags.
• Case-based learning featuring real-world Australian physiotherapy case studies to solidify your understanding.

By the end of this musculoskeletal physiotherapy course, you will have a structured and practical approach to subjective examination, allowing you to make confident, evidence-based clinical decisions.

About Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy Program Instructor  

The musculoskeletal physiotherapy program is led by Mustufa Kagdi, MACP, APAM, a highly accomplished Titled APA Musculoskeletal and Sports & Exercise Physiotherapist based in Australia. With nearly two decades of experience and expertise in advanced manual therapy, biomechanics, and pain science, Mustufa has successfully mentored physiotherapists at all levels.

Having completed his Master of Manual and Sports Physiotherapy at the University of South Australia, Mustufa brings a wealth of knowledge about Australian physiotherapy practice and standards. His interactive teaching style and deep understanding of clinical reasoning make this program a must for international physiotherapists aiming to thrive in Australia.