Curricula

Objectives

Purpose:
The musculoskeletal system is the basis of all movement. During this course, you will study the assessment of the functioning of the musculoskeletal system with physiotherapeutic methods and learn methods of intervening in the functioning and function restrictions of the musculoskeletal system.

Competences:
- FUNCTIONING ASSESSMENT COMPETENCE
- THERAPY COMPETENCE
- GUIDANCE AND COUNSELLING COMPETENCE

Learning objectives:
You have knowledge and skills to assess function and function restrictions of the musculoskeletal system by means of interviews, observations, manual therapy and differential diagnostic tests. You can also assess movement and movement system impairment, and draw clinical conclusions based on the above. You are capable of planning, implementing and applying manual therapy and appropriate therapeutic exercise progressively to maintain and promote the client’s functioning in different environments.

Content

Analysis, differential diagnostic examination and clinical reasoning of movement and movement impairment syndromes of a client with function restrictions of the musculoskeletal system. Utilisation and application of various therapeutic methods suitable for the physiotherapy of the musculoskeletal system in exercises and guidance. Utilisation of the basics of manual therapy and mobilisation in the limitations of body functions of soft tissues and joints (spinal and extremity joints). Exercises and guidance methods for movement control disorders, mobility, stability and ergonomics in the promotion of the client’s functioning. Basics of orthopaedic-traumatological physiotherapy.

Time and location

Opintojakso toteutuu 26.8.-25.10.2024.
Opintojakson opetus tapahtuu Dynamon tai Rajakadun kampuksella, lukuunottamatta opintojakson aloituskertaa, joka ovat webinaari.
Kontaktit kampuksella peräkkäisinä päivinä, 3 päivää noin joka toinen viikko. Tarkempi aikataulu Moodlessa.
Opintojaksoon sisältyy exam-tentti.

Learning materials and recommended literature

Comerford, M. & Mottram, S. 2012. Kinetic Control. The management of Uncontrolled Movement.
Magee, D.J. 2019. Orthopedic Physical Assessment.
Pasanen, K., Haapasalo, P., Halen, P. & Parkkari, J. 2021. Urheiluvammojen ennaltaehkäisy, hoito ja kuntoutus. VK-kustannus.
Tarnanen, S. & Holopainen, R. 2022. Harjoittelu ja TULE-terveys.
Lisäksi tunneilla osoitettava muu materiaali (mm. tutkimusartikkelit ja verkkosivut)

Teaching methods

Tällä opintojaksolla perehdyt itsenäisesti Moodlen oppimateriaalien ja itsenäisten tehtävien avulla käsiteltäviin teemoihin ennen kampuksella tapahtuvaa opetusta. Kampuksella harjoitellaan opintokokonaisuuden aiheisiin liittyviä taitoja pari- tai pienryhmätyöskentelynä opettajan johdolla. Oppimisessa hyödynnetään jatkuvaa vertais- että opettajan antamaa palautetta. Opintojaksoon sisältyy pienryhmässä toteutettava kirjallinen työ, joita hyödynnetään opintojakson lopussa osaamisen näytöissä.

Exam dates and retake possibilities

Kirjallinen tentti (exam)
1. suoritus vkolla 39.
2. suoritus vkolla 41.
3. suoritus vkolla 43.

Osaamisen näytöt viikolla 43.

Case-tehtävän palautus 9.10. mennessä

International connections

Osa opintojakson kirjallisesta materiaalista on englannin kielistä.

Alternative completion methods

-

Student workload

Tunteihin valmistautuminen ja itsenäiset tehtävät 54
Kampuksella tapahtuva opetus ja harjoittelu 120
Tenttiin valmistautuminen 38
Tentti 2t
Case tehtävän tekeminen 27
Osaamisen näyttöihin valmistautuminen 27
Osaamisen näytöt 2t
Yht. 270t

Further information for students

Opintojakson arviointi on numeerinen ja perustuu kirjallisen tentin ja osaamisen näytön numeerisiin arviointeihin. Tentti arvioidaan hyväksytty - hylätty.

Evaluation scale

0-5

Evaluation criteria, satisfactory (1-2)

Adequate (1) Your knowledge of and skills in the physiotherapy assessment and therapy of a client with functional limitations of the musculoskeletal system consist of isolated, although relevant, aspects. In skills demonstrations, you attempt to use some assessment and therapy methods based on movement control, manual therapy and differential diagnostics and instruct them to a case client. Your guidance skills need practice, but you bring up isolated aspects of the basics of exercising. You demonstrate that you master a few manual grips and techniques. You consider ergonomics occasionally. You have challenges with assessing yourself and others. In written assignments, you describe certain isolated aspects related to the subject matter. You have utilised literature and references in the field of physiotherapy.

Adequate (2) Your knowledge of and skills in the physiotherapy assessment and therapy of a client with function restrictions of the musculoskeletal system consist of isolated, although relevant, aspects. In skills demonstrations, you are able to use some assessment and therapy methods based on movement control, manual therapy and differential diagnostics and instruct them to a case client. You understand that actions should be substantiated. You can draw simple conclusions by using clinical reasoning. You present the objective to the case client and understand that exercising must be progressive. You demonstrate that you master the basics of manual grips and techniques. You consider ergonomics in your work. You actively seek self and peer assessment. In written assignments, you are able to present certain isolated aspects based on theory. You have utilised literature and references in the field of physiotherapy.

Evaluation criteria, good (3-4)

Good (3) You have good knowledge and skills. In skills demonstrations, you are able to use assessment and therapy methods based on movement control, manual therapy and differential diagnostics and instruct the client well. You can draw conclusions based on clinical reasoning and setting a target for a case client. You are capable of using the methods of manual therapy and therapeutic exercise and guide progressive exercise. You have good manual grips and techniques. You consider ergonomics in your work. You are capable of good self and peer assessment. In written assignments, you are able to present the key points substantiated by evidence. You utilise literature and references in the field of physiotherapy well.

Very good (4) You have extensive knowledge and skills. In skills demonstrations, you are able to assess functional capacity based on movement control, manual therapy and differential diagnostics in a versatile manner. You can draw conclusions based on clinical reasoning and setting targets for a case client. You are capable of fluently using the methods of manual therapy and therapeutic exercise and guiding/describing the progressive advancement of exercise in a substantiated way. Your manual grips and techniques are appropriate and fluent. You consider ergonomics in your work well. You are capable of constructive self and peer assessment. In written assignments, you are able to present the key points substantiated by evidence and combine facts. You utilise evidence-based references well and in a versatile manner.

Evaluation criteria, excellent (5)

Excellent (5) You have extensive knowledge and skills. In skills demonstrations, you are able to assess functional capacity based on movement control, manual therapy and differential diagnostics in a truly versatile and excellent manner. You can draw well-reasoned conclusions based on clinical reasoning and set targets for a case client. You are capable of applying the methods of manual therapy and therapeutic exercise in a versatile manner and describing the progressive advancement of exercise in a substantiated way. Your manual grips and techniques are fluent, well-reasoned and appropriate. You consider ergonomics in your work well. You are capable of constructive self-evaluation and peer review. In written assignments, you are able to describe the key points clearly and excellently, substantiated by evidence. You are capable of analysing the information you have found and applying the lessons learned in practice. You utilise evidence-based references very well and in a versatile manner.

Prerequisites

Principles of Motor Development and Motor Learning, basics of Exercise Physiology and Biomechanics, basics of Functioning Assessment.

Objectives

Purpose:
The musculoskeletal system is the basis of all movement. During this course, you will study the assessment of the functioning of the musculoskeletal system with physiotherapeutic methods and learn methods of intervening in the functioning and function restrictions of the musculoskeletal system.

Competences:
- FUNCTIONING ASSESSMENT COMPETENCE
- THERAPY COMPETENCE
- GUIDANCE AND COUNSELLING COMPETENCE

Learning objectives:
You have knowledge and skills to assess function and function restrictions of the musculoskeletal system by means of interviews, observations, manual therapy and differential diagnostic tests. You can also assess movement and movement system impairment, and draw clinical conclusions based on the above. You are capable of planning, implementing and applying manual therapy and appropriate therapeutic exercise progressively to maintain and promote the client’s functioning in different environments.

Content

Analysis, differential diagnostic examination and clinical reasoning of movement and movement impairment syndromes of a client with function restrictions of the musculoskeletal system. Utilisation and application of various therapeutic methods suitable for the physiotherapy of the musculoskeletal system in exercises and guidance. Utilisation of the basics of manual therapy and mobilisation in the limitations of body functions of soft tissues and joints (spinal and extremity joints). Exercises and guidance methods for movement control disorders, mobility, stability and ergonomics in the promotion of the client’s functioning. Basics of orthopaedic-traumatological physiotherapy.

Time and location

Tarkemmat kontaktiopetuksen aika- ja paikkatiedot Moodelessa opintojakson työtilassa

Learning materials and recommended literature

Comerford, M. & Mottram, S. 2012. Kinetic Control. The management of Uncontrolled Movement.
Magee, D.J. 2019. Orthopedic Physical Assessment.
Pasanen, K., Haapasalo, P., Halen, P. & Parkkari, J. 2021. Urheiluvammojen ennaltaehkäisy, hoito ja kuntoutus. VK-kustannus.
Tarnanen, S. & Holopainen, R. 2022. Harjoittelu ja TULE-terveys.
Lisäksi tunneilla uosoitettava muu materiaali (mm. tutkimukset ja verkkosivut)

Teaching methods

Luennot, demonstraatiot, käytönön taitojen harjoittelu, ryhmätyöskentely, itsenäinen opiskelu.

Exam dates and retake possibilities

Opintojakson ensimmäisellä kerralla sovitaan kaikki kolme tenttikertaa.

Further information for students

Opintojakson arviointi koostuu kolmesta osasta, jotka kaikki vaikuttavat lopulliseen arviointiin tasa-arvoisesti:
- kirjatentti (tenttikirjat ja alueet osoitetaan opintojakson ensimmäisella kerralla)
- case ryhmätehtävä
- osaamisen näyttö

Evaluation scale

0-5

Evaluation criteria, satisfactory (1-2)

Adequate (1) Your knowledge of and skills in the physiotherapy assessment and therapy of a client with functional limitations of the musculoskeletal system consist of isolated, although relevant, aspects. In skills demonstrations, you attempt to use some assessment and therapy methods based on movement control, manual therapy and differential diagnostics and instruct them to a case client. Your guidance skills need practice, but you bring up isolated aspects of the basics of exercising. You demonstrate that you master a few manual grips and techniques. You consider ergonomics occasionally. You have challenges with assessing yourself and others. In written assignments, you describe certain isolated aspects related to the subject matter. You have utilised literature and references in the field of physiotherapy.

Adequate (2) Your knowledge of and skills in the physiotherapy assessment and therapy of a client with function restrictions of the musculoskeletal system consist of isolated, although relevant, aspects. In skills demonstrations, you are able to use some assessment and therapy methods based on movement control, manual therapy and differential diagnostics and instruct them to a case client. You understand that actions should be substantiated. You can draw simple conclusions by using clinical reasoning. You present the objective to the case client and understand that exercising must be progressive. You demonstrate that you master the basics of manual grips and techniques. You consider ergonomics in your work. You actively seek self and peer assessment. In written assignments, you are able to present certain isolated aspects based on theory. You have utilised literature and references in the field of physiotherapy.

Evaluation criteria, good (3-4)

Good (3) You have good knowledge and skills. In skills demonstrations, you are able to use assessment and therapy methods based on movement control, manual therapy and differential diagnostics and instruct the client well. You can draw conclusions based on clinical reasoning and setting a target for a case client. You are capable of using the methods of manual therapy and therapeutic exercise and guide progressive exercise. You have good manual grips and techniques. You consider ergonomics in your work. You are capable of good self and peer assessment. In written assignments, you are able to present the key points substantiated by evidence. You utilise literature and references in the field of physiotherapy well.

Very good (4) You have extensive knowledge and skills. In skills demonstrations, you are able to assess functional capacity based on movement control, manual therapy and differential diagnostics in a versatile manner. You can draw conclusions based on clinical reasoning and setting targets for a case client. You are capable of fluently using the methods of manual therapy and therapeutic exercise and guiding/describing the progressive advancement of exercise in a substantiated way. Your manual grips and techniques are appropriate and fluent. You consider ergonomics in your work well. You are capable of constructive self and peer assessment. In written assignments, you are able to present the key points substantiated by evidence and combine facts. You utilise evidence-based references well and in a versatile manner.

Evaluation criteria, excellent (5)

Excellent (5) You have extensive knowledge and skills. In skills demonstrations, you are able to assess functional capacity based on movement control, manual therapy and differential diagnostics in a truly versatile and excellent manner. You can draw well-reasoned conclusions based on clinical reasoning and set targets for a case client. You are capable of applying the methods of manual therapy and therapeutic exercise in a versatile manner and describing the progressive advancement of exercise in a substantiated way. Your manual grips and techniques are fluent, well-reasoned and appropriate. You consider ergonomics in your work well. You are capable of constructive self-evaluation and peer review. In written assignments, you are able to describe the key points clearly and excellently, substantiated by evidence. You are capable of analysing the information you have found and applying the lessons learned in practice. You utilise evidence-based references very well and in a versatile manner.

Prerequisites

Principles of Motor Development and Motor Learning, basics of Exercise Physiology and Biomechanics, basics of Functioning Assessment.

Objectives

Purpose:
The musculoskeletal system is the basis of all movement. During this course, you will study the assessment of the functioning of the musculoskeletal system with physiotherapeutic methods and learn methods of intervening in the functioning and function restrictions of the musculoskeletal system.

Competences:
- FUNCTIONING ASSESSMENT COMPETENCE
- THERAPY COMPETENCE
- GUIDANCE AND COUNSELLING COMPETENCE

Learning objectives:
You have knowledge and skills to assess function and function restrictions of the musculoskeletal system by means of interviews, observations, manual therapy and differential diagnostic tests. You can also assess movement and movement system impairment, and draw clinical conclusions based on the above. You are capable of planning, implementing and applying manual therapy and appropriate therapeutic exercise progressively to maintain and promote the client’s functioning in different environments.

Content

Analysis, differential diagnostic examination and clinical reasoning of movement and movement impairment syndromes of a client with function restrictions of the musculoskeletal system. Utilisation and application of various therapeutic methods suitable for the physiotherapy of the musculoskeletal system in exercises and guidance. Utilisation of the basics of manual therapy and mobilisation in the limitations of body functions of soft tissues and joints (spinal and extremity joints). Exercises and guidance methods for movement control disorders, mobility, stability and ergonomics in the promotion of the client’s functioning. Basics of orthopaedic-traumatological physiotherapy.

Time and location

Opintojaksolla on viidellä viikolla lähiopetusta 2-3 peräkkäisenä päivänä koululla. Aikataulu näkyy lukujärjestyksestä.

Teaching methods

Opintojaksolla opiskellaan itsenäisesti kirjallisuutta sekä verkkoalustan materiaaleja ja oppimistehtäviä hyödyntäen, harjoitellaan taitoja, reflektoidaan opittua sekä tehdään pari-/ryhmätehtävä.

Student workload

Opintojakson kuormitus 270t, josta lähiopetusta 102 tuntia.

Further information for students

Opintojakson arviointi koostuu kolmesta numeerisesti arvioitavasta osiosta:
- Kirjatentti
- Case tehtävä
- Osaamisen näyttö

Evaluation scale

0-5

Evaluation criteria, satisfactory (1-2)

Adequate (1) Your knowledge of and skills in the physiotherapy assessment and therapy of a client with functional limitations of the musculoskeletal system consist of isolated, although relevant, aspects. In skills demonstrations, you attempt to use some assessment and therapy methods based on movement control, manual therapy and differential diagnostics and instruct them to a case client. Your guidance skills need practice, but you bring up isolated aspects of the basics of exercising. You demonstrate that you master a few manual grips and techniques. You consider ergonomics occasionally. You have challenges with assessing yourself and others. In written assignments, you describe certain isolated aspects related to the subject matter. You have utilised literature and references in the field of physiotherapy.

Adequate (2) Your knowledge of and skills in the physiotherapy assessment and therapy of a client with function restrictions of the musculoskeletal system consist of isolated, although relevant, aspects. In skills demonstrations, you are able to use some assessment and therapy methods based on movement control, manual therapy and differential diagnostics and instruct them to a case client. You understand that actions should be substantiated. You can draw simple conclusions by using clinical reasoning. You present the objective to the case client and understand that exercising must be progressive. You demonstrate that you master the basics of manual grips and techniques. You consider ergonomics in your work. You actively seek self and peer assessment. In written assignments, you are able to present certain isolated aspects based on theory. You have utilised literature and references in the field of physiotherapy.

Evaluation criteria, good (3-4)

Good (3) You have good knowledge and skills. In skills demonstrations, you are able to use assessment and therapy methods based on movement control, manual therapy and differential diagnostics and instruct the client well. You can draw conclusions based on clinical reasoning and setting a target for a case client. You are capable of using the methods of manual therapy and therapeutic exercise and guide progressive exercise. You have good manual grips and techniques. You consider ergonomics in your work. You are capable of good self and peer assessment. In written assignments, you are able to present the key points substantiated by evidence. You utilise literature and references in the field of physiotherapy well.

Very good (4) You have extensive knowledge and skills. In skills demonstrations, you are able to assess functional capacity based on movement control, manual therapy and differential diagnostics in a versatile manner. You can draw conclusions based on clinical reasoning and setting targets for a case client. You are capable of fluently using the methods of manual therapy and therapeutic exercise and guiding/describing the progressive advancement of exercise in a substantiated way. Your manual grips and techniques are appropriate and fluent. You consider ergonomics in your work well. You are capable of constructive self and peer assessment. In written assignments, you are able to present the key points substantiated by evidence and combine facts. You utilise evidence-based references well and in a versatile manner.

Evaluation criteria, excellent (5)

Excellent (5) You have extensive knowledge and skills. In skills demonstrations, you are able to assess functional capacity based on movement control, manual therapy and differential diagnostics in a truly versatile and excellent manner. You can draw well-reasoned conclusions based on clinical reasoning and set targets for a case client. You are capable of applying the methods of manual therapy and therapeutic exercise in a versatile manner and describing the progressive advancement of exercise in a substantiated way. Your manual grips and techniques are fluent, well-reasoned and appropriate. You consider ergonomics in your work well. You are capable of constructive self-evaluation and peer review. In written assignments, you are able to describe the key points clearly and excellently, substantiated by evidence. You are capable of analysing the information you have found and applying the lessons learned in practice. You utilise evidence-based references very well and in a versatile manner.

Prerequisites

Principles of Motor Development and Motor Learning, basics of Exercise Physiology and Biomechanics, basics of Functioning Assessment.

Objectives

Purpose:
The musculoskeletal system is the basis of all movement. During this course, you will study the assessment of the functioning of the musculoskeletal system with physiotherapeutic methods and learn methods of intervening in the functioning and function restrictions of the musculoskeletal system.

Competences:
- FUNCTIONING ASSESSMENT COMPETENCE
- THERAPY COMPETENCE
- GUIDANCE AND COUNSELLING COMPETENCE

Learning objectives:
You have knowledge and skills to assess function and function restrictions of the musculoskeletal system by means of interviews, observations, manual therapy and differential diagnostic tests. You can also assess movement and movement system impairment, and draw clinical conclusions based on the above. You are capable of planning, implementing and applying manual therapy and appropriate therapeutic exercise progressively to maintain and promote the client’s functioning in different environments.

Content

Analysis, differential diagnostic examination and clinical reasoning of movement and movement impairment syndromes of a client with function restrictions of the musculoskeletal system. Utilisation and application of various therapeutic methods suitable for the physiotherapy of the musculoskeletal system in exercises and guidance. Utilisation of the basics of manual therapy and mobilisation in the limitations of body functions of soft tissues and joints (spinal and extremity joints). Exercises and guidance methods for movement control disorders, mobility, stability and ergonomics in the promotion of the client’s functioning. Basics of orthopaedic-traumatological physiotherapy.

Time and location

Tarkemmat kontaktiopetuksen aika- ja paikkatiedot Moodelessa opintojakson työtilassa

Learning materials and recommended literature

Comerford, M. & Mottram, S. 2012. Kinetic Control. The management of Uncontrolled Movement.
Magee, D.J. 2019. Orthopedic Physical Assessment.
Pasanen, K., Haapasalo, P., Halen, P. & Parkkari, J. 2021. Urheiluvammojen ennaltaehkäisy, hoito ja kuntoutus. VK-kustannus.
Tarnanen, S. & Holopainen, R. 2022. Harjoittelu ja TULE-terveys.
Lisäksi tunneilla uosoitettava muu materiaali (mm. tutkimukset ja verkkosivut)

Teaching methods

Luennot, demonstraatiot, käytönön taitojen harjoittelu, ryhmätyöskentely, itsenäinen opiskelu.

Exam dates and retake possibilities

30.1.
13.2.
9.3.

Further information for students

Opintojakson arviointi koostuu kolmesta osasta, jotka kaikki vaikuttavat lopulliseen arviointiin tasa-arvoisesti:
- kirjatentti (tenttikirjat ja alueet osoitetaan opintojakson ensimmäisella kerralla)
- case ryhmätehtävä
- osaamisen näyttö

Evaluation scale

0-5

Evaluation criteria, satisfactory (1-2)

Adequate (1) Your knowledge of and skills in the physiotherapy assessment and therapy of a client with functional limitations of the musculoskeletal system consist of isolated, although relevant, aspects. In skills demonstrations, you attempt to use some assessment and therapy methods based on movement control, manual therapy and differential diagnostics and instruct them to a case client. Your guidance skills need practice, but you bring up isolated aspects of the basics of exercising. You demonstrate that you master a few manual grips and techniques. You consider ergonomics occasionally. You have challenges with assessing yourself and others. In written assignments, you describe certain isolated aspects related to the subject matter. You have utilised literature and references in the field of physiotherapy.

Adequate (2) Your knowledge of and skills in the physiotherapy assessment and therapy of a client with function restrictions of the musculoskeletal system consist of isolated, although relevant, aspects. In skills demonstrations, you are able to use some assessment and therapy methods based on movement control, manual therapy and differential diagnostics and instruct them to a case client. You understand that actions should be substantiated. You can draw simple conclusions by using clinical reasoning. You present the objective to the case client and understand that exercising must be progressive. You demonstrate that you master the basics of manual grips and techniques. You consider ergonomics in your work. You actively seek self and peer assessment. In written assignments, you are able to present certain isolated aspects based on theory. You have utilised literature and references in the field of physiotherapy.

Evaluation criteria, good (3-4)

Good (3) You have good knowledge and skills. In skills demonstrations, you are able to use assessment and therapy methods based on movement control, manual therapy and differential diagnostics and instruct the client well. You can draw conclusions based on clinical reasoning and setting a target for a case client. You are capable of using the methods of manual therapy and therapeutic exercise and guide progressive exercise. You have good manual grips and techniques. You consider ergonomics in your work. You are capable of good self and peer assessment. In written assignments, you are able to present the key points substantiated by evidence. You utilise literature and references in the field of physiotherapy well.

Very good (4) You have extensive knowledge and skills. In skills demonstrations, you are able to assess functional capacity based on movement control, manual therapy and differential diagnostics in a versatile manner. You can draw conclusions based on clinical reasoning and setting targets for a case client. You are capable of fluently using the methods of manual therapy and therapeutic exercise and guiding/describing the progressive advancement of exercise in a substantiated way. Your manual grips and techniques are appropriate and fluent. You consider ergonomics in your work well. You are capable of constructive self and peer assessment. In written assignments, you are able to present the key points substantiated by evidence and combine facts. You utilise evidence-based references well and in a versatile manner.

Evaluation criteria, excellent (5)

Excellent (5) You have extensive knowledge and skills. In skills demonstrations, you are able to assess functional capacity based on movement control, manual therapy and differential diagnostics in a truly versatile and excellent manner. You can draw well-reasoned conclusions based on clinical reasoning and set targets for a case client. You are capable of applying the methods of manual therapy and therapeutic exercise in a versatile manner and describing the progressive advancement of exercise in a substantiated way. Your manual grips and techniques are fluent, well-reasoned and appropriate. You consider ergonomics in your work well. You are capable of constructive self-evaluation and peer review. In written assignments, you are able to describe the key points clearly and excellently, substantiated by evidence. You are capable of analysing the information you have found and applying the lessons learned in practice. You utilise evidence-based references very well and in a versatile manner.

Prerequisites

Principles of Motor Development and Motor Learning, basics of Exercise Physiology and Biomechanics, basics of Functioning Assessment.

Objectives

Purpose:
The musculoskeletal system is the basis of all movement. During this course, you will study the assessment of the functioning of the musculoskeletal system with physiotherapeutic methods and learn methods of intervening in the functioning and function restrictions of the musculoskeletal system.

Competences:
- FUNCTIONING ASSESSMENT COMPETENCE
- THERAPY COMPETENCE
- GUIDANCE AND COUNSELLING COMPETENCE

Learning objectives:
You have knowledge and skills to assess function and function restrictions of the musculoskeletal system by means of interviews, observations, manual therapy and differential diagnostic tests. You can also assess movement and movement system impairment, and draw clinical conclusions based on the above. You are capable of planning, implementing and applying manual therapy and appropriate therapeutic exercise progressively to maintain and promote the client’s functioning in different environments.

Content

Analysis, differential diagnostic examination and clinical reasoning of movement and movement impairment syndromes of a client with function restrictions of the musculoskeletal system. Utilisation and application of various therapeutic methods suitable for the physiotherapy of the musculoskeletal system in exercises and guidance. Utilisation of the basics of manual therapy and mobilisation in the limitations of body functions of soft tissues and joints (spinal and extremity joints). Exercises and guidance methods for movement control disorders, mobility, stability and ergonomics in the promotion of the client’s functioning. Basics of orthopaedic-traumatological physiotherapy.

Evaluation scale

0-5

Evaluation criteria, satisfactory (1-2)

Adequate (1) Your knowledge of and skills in the physiotherapy assessment and therapy of a client with functional limitations of the musculoskeletal system consist of isolated, although relevant, aspects. In skills demonstrations, you attempt to use some assessment and therapy methods based on movement control, manual therapy and differential diagnostics and instruct them to a case client. Your guidance skills need practice, but you bring up isolated aspects of the basics of exercising. You demonstrate that you master a few manual grips and techniques. You consider ergonomics occasionally. You have challenges with assessing yourself and others. In written assignments, you describe certain isolated aspects related to the subject matter. You have utilised literature and references in the field of physiotherapy.

Adequate (2) Your knowledge of and skills in the physiotherapy assessment and therapy of a client with function restrictions of the musculoskeletal system consist of isolated, although relevant, aspects. In skills demonstrations, you are able to use some assessment and therapy methods based on movement control, manual therapy and differential diagnostics and instruct them to a case client. You understand that actions should be substantiated. You can draw simple conclusions by using clinical reasoning. You present the objective to the case client and understand that exercising must be progressive. You demonstrate that you master the basics of manual grips and techniques. You consider ergonomics in your work. You actively seek self and peer assessment. In written assignments, you are able to present certain isolated aspects based on theory. You have utilised literature and references in the field of physiotherapy.

Evaluation criteria, good (3-4)

Good (3) You have good knowledge and skills. In skills demonstrations, you are able to use assessment and therapy methods based on movement control, manual therapy and differential diagnostics and instruct the client well. You can draw conclusions based on clinical reasoning and setting a target for a case client. You are capable of using the methods of manual therapy and therapeutic exercise and guide progressive exercise. You have good manual grips and techniques. You consider ergonomics in your work. You are capable of good self and peer assessment. In written assignments, you are able to present the key points substantiated by evidence. You utilise literature and references in the field of physiotherapy well.

Very good (4) You have extensive knowledge and skills. In skills demonstrations, you are able to assess functional capacity based on movement control, manual therapy and differential diagnostics in a versatile manner. You can draw conclusions based on clinical reasoning and setting targets for a case client. You are capable of fluently using the methods of manual therapy and therapeutic exercise and guiding/describing the progressive advancement of exercise in a substantiated way. Your manual grips and techniques are appropriate and fluent. You consider ergonomics in your work well. You are capable of constructive self and peer assessment. In written assignments, you are able to present the key points substantiated by evidence and combine facts. You utilise evidence-based references well and in a versatile manner.

Evaluation criteria, excellent (5)

Excellent (5) You have extensive knowledge and skills. In skills demonstrations, you are able to assess functional capacity based on movement control, manual therapy and differential diagnostics in a truly versatile and excellent manner. You can draw well-reasoned conclusions based on clinical reasoning and set targets for a case client. You are capable of applying the methods of manual therapy and therapeutic exercise in a versatile manner and describing the progressive advancement of exercise in a substantiated way. Your manual grips and techniques are fluent, well-reasoned and appropriate. You consider ergonomics in your work well. You are capable of constructive self-evaluation and peer review. In written assignments, you are able to describe the key points clearly and excellently, substantiated by evidence. You are capable of analysing the information you have found and applying the lessons learned in practice. You utilise evidence-based references very well and in a versatile manner.

Prerequisites

Principles of Motor Development and Motor Learning, basics of Exercise Physiology and Biomechanics, basics of Functioning Assessment.

Objectives

Purpose:
The musculoskeletal system is the basis of all movement. During this course, you will study the assessment of the functioning of the musculoskeletal system with physiotherapeutic methods and learn methods of intervening in the functioning and function restrictions of the musculoskeletal system.

Competences:
- FUNCTIONING ASSESSMENT COMPETENCE
- THERAPY COMPETENCE
- GUIDANCE AND COUNSELLING COMPETENCE

Learning objectives:
You have knowledge and skills to assess function and function restrictions of the musculoskeletal system by means of interviews, observations, manual therapy and differential diagnostic tests. You can also assess movement and movement system impairment, and draw clinical conclusions based on the above. You are capable of planning, implementing and applying manual therapy and appropriate therapeutic exercise progressively to maintain and promote the client’s functioning in different environments.

Content

Analysis, differential diagnostic examination and clinical reasoning of movement and movement impairment syndromes of a client with function restrictions of the musculoskeletal system. Utilisation and application of various therapeutic methods suitable for the physiotherapy of the musculoskeletal system in exercises and guidance. Utilisation of the basics of manual therapy and mobilisation in the limitations of body functions of soft tissues and joints (spinal and extremity joints). Exercises and guidance methods for movement control disorders, mobility, stability and ergonomics in the promotion of the client’s functioning. Basics of orthopaedic-traumatological physiotherapy.

Time and location

Terapiantaitojen harjoitusluokat D213 ja D224

Learning materials and recommended literature

Comerford M, Mottram, S.2012. Kinetic Control. The Management of Uncontrolled Movement. Elsevier.
Magee, D. uusin painos. Orthopaedic Physical Assessment. Saunders.
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Teaching methods

Taitojen harjoittelu ryhmässä ja itsenäisesti,
Tiimityöskentely,
Luennot,
Kirjalliset tehtävät,
Case- tehtävä
Itsenäinen materiaaleihin perehtyminen

Exam dates and retake possibilities

Tentin ajankohta sovitaan opintojakson ensimmäisellä kerralla. Tentissä kaksi uusintamahdollisuutta opintojakson aikana.
Case-tehtävän esitysajankohdat sovitaan ensimmäisellä kerralla.
Osaamisen näytön arviointi viikolla 10.

Student workload

Luennot, harjoitukset, seminaarit 6op (162t, sisältäen itsenäisen harjoittelun).
Materiaaliin perustuva Case- tehtävä 2op (54t),
Kirjallinen tentti, osaamisen näyttö tutkimisesta ja terapiasta 2op (54t)

Evaluation scale

0-5

Evaluation criteria, satisfactory (1-2)

Adequate (1) Your knowledge of and skills in the physiotherapy assessment and therapy of a client with functional limitations of the musculoskeletal system consist of isolated, although relevant, aspects. In skills demonstrations, you attempt to use some assessment and therapy methods based on movement control, manual therapy and differential diagnostics and instruct them to a case client. Your guidance skills need practice, but you bring up isolated aspects of the basics of exercising. You demonstrate that you master a few manual grips and techniques. You consider ergonomics occasionally. You have challenges with assessing yourself and others. In written assignments, you describe certain isolated aspects related to the subject matter. You have utilised literature and references in the field of physiotherapy.

Adequate (2) Your knowledge of and skills in the physiotherapy assessment and therapy of a client with function restrictions of the musculoskeletal system consist of isolated, although relevant, aspects. In skills demonstrations, you are able to use some assessment and therapy methods based on movement control, manual therapy and differential diagnostics and instruct them to a case client. You understand that actions should be substantiated. You can draw simple conclusions by using clinical reasoning. You present the objective to the case client and understand that exercising must be progressive. You demonstrate that you master the basics of manual grips and techniques. You consider ergonomics in your work. You actively seek self and peer assessment. In written assignments, you are able to present certain isolated aspects based on theory. You have utilised literature and references in the field of physiotherapy.

Evaluation criteria, good (3-4)

Good (3) You have good knowledge and skills. In skills demonstrations, you are able to use assessment and therapy methods based on movement control, manual therapy and differential diagnostics and instruct the client well. You can draw conclusions based on clinical reasoning and setting a target for a case client. You are capable of using the methods of manual therapy and therapeutic exercise and guide progressive exercise. You have good manual grips and techniques. You consider ergonomics in your work. You are capable of good self and peer assessment. In written assignments, you are able to present the key points substantiated by evidence. You utilise literature and references in the field of physiotherapy well.

Very good (4) You have extensive knowledge and skills. In skills demonstrations, you are able to assess functional capacity based on movement control, manual therapy and differential diagnostics in a versatile manner. You can draw conclusions based on clinical reasoning and setting targets for a case client. You are capable of fluently using the methods of manual therapy and therapeutic exercise and guiding/describing the progressive advancement of exercise in a substantiated way. Your manual grips and techniques are appropriate and fluent. You consider ergonomics in your work well. You are capable of constructive self and peer assessment. In written assignments, you are able to present the key points substantiated by evidence and combine facts. You utilise evidence-based references well and in a versatile manner.

Evaluation criteria, excellent (5)

Excellent (5) You have extensive knowledge and skills. In skills demonstrations, you are able to assess functional capacity based on movement control, manual therapy and differential diagnostics in a truly versatile and excellent manner. You can draw well-reasoned conclusions based on clinical reasoning and set targets for a case client. You are capable of applying the methods of manual therapy and therapeutic exercise in a versatile manner and describing the progressive advancement of exercise in a substantiated way. Your manual grips and techniques are fluent, well-reasoned and appropriate. You consider ergonomics in your work well. You are capable of constructive self-evaluation and peer review. In written assignments, you are able to describe the key points clearly and excellently, substantiated by evidence. You are capable of analysing the information you have found and applying the lessons learned in practice. You utilise evidence-based references very well and in a versatile manner.

Prerequisites

Principles of Motor Development and Motor Learning, basics of Exercise Physiology and Biomechanics, basics of Functioning Assessment.