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M. P. Th. Musculo-skeletal Sciences
Students develop advanced clinical and research expertise in musculoskeletal physiotherapy—covering orthopedic assessments, manual therapy, rehabilitation protocols, and recent therapeutic advancements.
Overview
The M.P.Th. in Musculoskeletal Sciences is a two-year postgraduate program that trains physiotherapists in diagnosing and managing musculoskeletal disorders. The curriculum blends theory, practical exposure, clinical reasoning, and evidence-based practice tailored to orthopedic and sports-related conditions.
Departments build strong skills in musculoskeletal physiotherapy, manual therapy, orthopedic rehab, and biomechanics.
Advanced musculoskeletal assessments and diagnostics
Manual therapy techniques (Maitland, Mulligan, McKenzie, Cyriax)
Fracture and soft tissue injury management
Neuro-musculoskeletal conditions
Rehabilitation strategies and exercise prescription
Orthotics, prosthetics & biomechanics
EMG, NCV, and electrotherapy
Evidence-based research and biostatistics
Students explore musculoskeletal physiotherapy from fundamentals to advanced practice—covering assessments, manual therapy, orthopedic rehab, biomechanics, and evidence-based interventions—building strong clinical and research skills for modern physiotherapy care.
Core Curriculum
Semester I
Theory Subjects
Topics
Basic Sciences
Ethics, exercise physiology, kinesiology, orthotics, posture, gait, ADL, biomechanics
Basic Therapeutics
Electrotherapy, pain modulation, EMG/NCV, radiology, physical and functional diagnosis
Semester II
Theory Subjects
Topics
Advanced Therapeutics in Musculoskeletal Sciences
Fracture rehab, dislocation, soft tissue injuries, arthritis, deformities, back pain, orthopedic implants, manual therapy
Biostatistics & Research Methodology
Research design, data interpretation, statistical tools (SPSS), hypothesis testing
Semester III
Theory Subjects
Topics
General Physiotherapy
General Physiotherapy in Musculoskeletal Sciences – Paper 1
Advances in Musculoskeletal Sciences – Paper 1
Advanced treatment protocols and clinical applications
Semester IV
Theory Subjects
Topics
General Physiotherapy
General Physiotherapy in Musculoskeletal Sciences – Paper 2
Advances in Musculoskeletal Sciences – Paper 2
Clinical case applications, recent innovations, rehab planning
Eligibility Criteria:
- Annual Intake:
- 6 seats per year
- Eligibility Criteria:
- Applicants must possess a Bachelor’s degree in Physiotherapy from an I.A.P.-recognized institution or a recognized university.
- Admission is strictly based on performance in the Krishna PGAIET entrance exam conducted by Krishna Institute of Medical Sciences Deemed to be University, Karad.
- Duration:
- 2 years
Contact Us
Krishna Vishwa Vidyapeeth, Karad Malkapur, Karad (Dist.Satara), Maharashtra, India. PIN - 415539
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