My M.Ost Portfolio by https://padlet.com/21817274/7o2f0ru0vnb3 My life throughout university en-us 2019-04-04 19:40:35 UTC 2026-01-20 14:09:57 UTC hello@padlet.com Padlet 1. A1.You must have well-developed interpersonal communication skills and the ability to adapt communication strategies to suit the specific needs of a patient. 21817274 https://padlet.com/21817274/7o2f0ru0vnb3/wish/363242741 When I attended an observation visit at the European school of osteopathy training clinic, I observed a fourth year student who had an elderly patient. The patient was deaf in one ear, this required the fourth year to speak clearly and at a higher volume, this enabled the elderly patient to cooperate with instructions. I thought the fourth year adapted well, this made me realise how important be able to make every experience shaped around the patients needs. Going forward I will try to assess the situation and adapt to an appropriate speaking volume as required by the patient when practicing in class.

Williams, K., Wooliams, M., Spiro, J., 2012. Reflective writing. Palgrave Macmillan.

GOsC, 2012. Osteopathic practice standards. Available at: https://www.osteopathy.org.uk/standards/osteopathic-practice/ [Accessed: May 24, 2019] 

]]> 2019-05-24 11:49:51 UTC https://padlet.com/21817274/7o2f0ru0vnb3/wish/363242741 Padlet 2. A6. Support patients in caring for themselves to improve and maintain their own health. 21817274 https://padlet.com/21817274/7o2f0ru0vnb3/wish/363823393 A6 Support patients in caring for themselves to improve and maintain their own health.

On one of the occasions when I went to the European school of osteopathy training clinic, I experienced a case which the trainee osteopath was unsure of what the problem was. An elderly patient came in with a shoulder problem, tests were performed to try and find out a more specific area. So, the practitioner went through some movements very gently with the patient, this tested what movements were aggravating the shoulder. Testing began, and the trainee was gathering information about this situation. The trainee had a conversation with the tutor, explained what they had found. It is resulting in them concluding that the patient had broken a bone and to benefit the patient, they needed to be referred to the GP, but they explained the findings, the patient was then informed about their ideas, and why they came to this. The patient was adamant about them receiving treatment and how it was just a muscle injury and they believed that it was their decision whether they should be treated or not. But due to a conversation and in simple explanation terms, the patient then agreed as he was still in discomfort and thought that this was best. This proved a good support to the patient in caring for their wellbeing as well as a hope to improve their health by finding out the problem.

GOsC, 2012. Osteopathic practice standards. Available at: https://www.osteopathy.org.uk/standards/osteopathic-practice/ [Accessed: May 24, 2019] 

]]> 2019-05-27 20:28:05 UTC https://padlet.com/21817274/7o2f0ru0vnb3/wish/363823393 Padlet 3. Professionalism: D4 Make sure your beliefs and values do not prejudice your patients’ care. 2. If carrying out a particular procedure or giving advice about it conflicts with your personal, religious or moral beliefs, and this conflict might affect the treatment or advice you provide, you must explain this to the patient and tell them they have the right to see or be referred to another osteopath. 21817274 https://padlet.com/21817274/7o2f0ru0vnb3/wish/363826753 Whilst at my observations at the European school of osteopathy training clinic I have seen many different patients who have varied in age, gender, socioeconomic status, religion, personal views, attitudes and beliefs. Also, the students have been diverse too. Each appointment the patient and practitioner have both been polite and respectful of each other and not made any comments which could make one another feel uncomfortable thus making the appointment and environment a place where conflict has not arisen. I believe this is very important as it is not only the patient who has their own beliefs but also the practitioner too and I have been able to see this from an outside perspective. This has taught me that despite any differences in personal beliefs, culture or feelings, the patient is at the centre of the care and we all have the same goal which is to help the patient with their problem and provide the best care possible. When I started the course I was unaware that it is possible to refer a patient to another osteopath if it was in best interest, therefore I have learnt how important it is to respect all aspects of the patient and if there is conflict of opinion/ beliefs then there is no shame in referring the patient to another osteopath as I would want the patient to be able to receive the best care they can. The reflective model I have used for this was Rolfe et al. (2001, pp. 79-82).

Williams, K., Woolliams, M., Spiro, J., 2012. Reflective writing. Palgrave Macmillan.

GOsC, 2012. Osteopathic practice standards. Available at: https://www.osteopathy.org.uk/standards/osteopathic-practice/ [Accessed: May 23, 2019] 


]]> 2019-05-27 20:50:48 UTC https://padlet.com/21817274/7o2f0ru0vnb3/wish/363826753 Padlet 4. C5 Acknowledge your patients 'individuality in how you treat them. 21817274 https://padlet.com/21817274/7o2f0ru0vnb3/wish/363829814 An experience I had when attending a clinical observation at the European school of osteopathy training clinic included a patient who had a relative that was an osteopath. This gave the patient a good awareness of the profession and even some expectations such as her asking to be 'clicked' even though this was see to be an unsafe treatment from the trainee in this situation. If the practitioner was persuaded by the patient, this could have been bad practice as well as potentially unsafe.   
GOsC, 2012. Osteopathic practice standards. Available at: https://www.osteopathy.org.uk/standards/osteopathic-practice/ [Accessed: May 23, 2019]  ]]> 2019-05-27 21:14:53 UTC https://padlet.com/21817274/7o2f0ru0vnb3/wish/363829814 Padlet 5. C9 Act quickly to help patients and keep them from harm. 21817274 https://padlet.com/21817274/7o2f0ru0vnb3/wish/363834297 The trainee practitioners at the European school of osteopathy consult with a tutor after every patient to discuss any queries or any confusions about the case. This teaches me that it is important to have guidance and is okay in seeking knowledge from someone who is of higher experience levels to make sure the patient is safe.
GOsC, 2012. Osteopathic practice standards. Available at: https://www.osteopathy.org.uk/standards/osteopathic-practice/ [Accessed: May 23, 2019] ]]> 2019-05-27 21:56:09 UTC https://padlet.com/21817274/7o2f0ru0vnb3/wish/363834297