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Physiotherapy at AUT University: an overview
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Also referred to as, or includes, musculoskeletal physiotherapy, physical therapy, rehabilitation, acupuncture
AUT’s physiotherapy department runs a world-leading rehabilitation programme from undergraduate to masters and doctoral level. These programmes are supported by some of New Zealand’s leading rehabilitation research institutes and professors.
Key academic contact
Dr Peter LarmerHead of Department
Phone: +64 9 921 9999 ext 7322
peter.larmer@aut.ac.nz
View academic profiles of all physiotherapy staff
Research interests and associations
Research areas include:- Acupuncture
- Musculoskeletal physiotherapy
- Rehabilitation
Specialising in the following areas:
- Neurological rehabilitation (such as stroke and traumatic brain injury)
- Musculoskeletal injuries and exercise
- Ergonomics
- Person-centred rehabilitation
- Biomechanics and ultrasound imaging
Places emphasis on the clinical, social and psychosocial understanding of impairment.
Degrees and qualifications
Undergraduate
Postgraduate
Acupuncture (western and traditional Chinese)- Postgraduate Certificate in Health Science in acupuncture
- Postgraduate Diploma in Health Science in acupuncture
- Master of Health Practice in acupuncture
- Master of Health Science
- Postgraduate Certificate in Health Science in rehabilitation
- Postgraduate Diploma in Health Science in rehabilitation
- Master of Health Practice in rehabilitation
- Master of Health Science
- Postgraduate Diploma in Health Science in musculoskeletal physiotherapy
- Postgraduate Diploma in Health Science in musculoskeletal physiotherapy
- Master of Health Practice in musculoskeletal physiotherapy
- Master of Health Science
News, events and conferences
Contact us
Debbie HoldenProgramme Support/Secretary
Phone: +64 9 921 9999 ext 7705
debbie.holden@aut.ac.nz
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Phone: 0800 AUT UNI (0800 288 864)
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Last updated: 12 Jul 2011 10:30am