
About Course
This musculoskeletal physiotherapy program aims to enhance the clinical skills of international and Australian physiotherapists by integrating evidence-based practices into musculoskeletal assessment, diagnosis, and rehabilitation. It focuses on improving clinical reasoning, patient communication, and treatment strategies aligned with Australian healthcare standards.
Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy Program Importance:
This program bridges the gap between theory and practice, equipping physiotherapists with advanced skills to deliver high-quality musculoskeletal care. It emphasizes:
🔹 Evidence-based decision-making for complex cases.
🔹 Effective patient communication and education.
🔹 Practical application of the latest physiotherapy research.
🔹 Legal and professional documentation standards.
🔹 Multidisciplinary approaches to rehabilitation.
By completing this musculoskeletal physiotherapy program, physiotherapists will be better prepared to provide holistic, patient-centered care and align their practice with global and Australian healthcare expectations.
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.
Course Content
Block B – Advancing MSK Mentoring Program
1. Leadership & Ethical Decision-Making in MSK Practice
2. Active Listening & Patient-Centered Communication
3. Cervical Spine – Assessment, Red Flags & Manual Therapy
4. Q&A, Clinical Role Play & Communication Practice
5. Explaining Diagnosis & Treatment Plans Clearly
6. Thoracic Spine – Hidden Driver of MSK Pain
7. Temporomandibular Joint (TMJ) Disorders
8. Q&A, Communication Recap & Peer Teaching
9. Handling Difficult Conversations & Managing Expectations
10. Rotator Cuff Related Shoulder Pain (RCRSP)
11. Gait and functional movement analysis
12. Q&A, Recap & Case-Based Reasoning
13. Interprofessional Communication & Referrals
14. Introduction to BPPV for MSK
15. Regional Red Flags
16. Q&A, Teamwork Scenarios & Case Discussion
17. Technology & Digital Communication in Physiotherapy
18. Plantar Heel Pain – Differential Diagnosis & Treatment
19. TFCC, Scaphoid fracture , scapholunate
20. Q&A, Digital Case Review & Clinical Planning
21. The Foundations of Effective Communication in Physiotherapy
22. Introduction to headaches – cervicogenic headaches , TTH , migraines
23. Understanding Australia’s Healthcare System
24. Final Q&A, Reflection & Capstone Case Review