Anatomy and Physiology II (4 cr)

Evaluation scale

0-5

Objective

Student understands the structure of the locomotive system and the implementation of movements. Student can independently assess functions of joints and muscles during movements.

Content

Osteology, arthrology and myology of the following body parts: skull, spine, thorax, upper limb, pelvis, lower limb and their significance for mobility/movements.

Materials

Kahle, W. , Leonhardt, H. & Platzer, W. Color Atlas/Text of Human Anatomy, Vol. 1 Locomotor System, 2009. Tortora & Derrickson: Principles of Anatomy and Physiology 2008. Natunen, P. Anatomy of the Locomotive System Lecture material booklet (Part 1 & 2). Jyväskylä University of Applied Sciences, 2014. Other material agreed on with the teacher.

Completion alternatives

Two written or oral exams (part one 50% and part two 50%) + active participation in group and individual study.

Student workload

Face-to-face Learning:o Lectures 45 ho Small group / team work 28 ho Individual exercises + self study 35 hDistance Learning:o Lectures and videolectures 16h o Virtual study 65h o Individual exercises + Self study 38h

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

Student can study and analyse the preconditions and limitations of functioning, particularly the client’s locomotion.
Student can apply evidence-based information on an individual basis in the planning of physiotherapy
Student understands the basic structural and functional elements of the human body including:
- Osteology; student learns the names and detailed structures of the bones (also in latin) belonging to following body parts: skull, spine, thorax, upper limb, pelvis and lower limb.
- Arthrology; student understands basic structures and movements of the joints: Upper & lower head joint, jaw, shoulder, elbow, wrist, hand, pelvis, hip, knee, ankle & foot.
- Myology: Student knows the names, locations & functions of the muscles (also in latin) belonging to following body parts: skull, spine, thorax, upper limb, pelvis and lower limb.

Qualifications

Basics of anatomy & physiology – Students have a basic knowledge of the structure and function of the Human body as well as basic terminology. Students are able to find information and use various sources of anatomy & physiology.