Ajankohtaiset lähestymistavat osteopaattiseen käytäntöön (5 op)

Tavoitteet

Upon completion of the course the student is able to
• elaborate on osteopathic models, approaches and treatment reasoning keeping in mind the history and philosophy of the profession
• reconsider the various osteopathic approaches from an evidence informed perspective
• take into consideration contemporary scientific findings from osteopathic research and related fields and applies to osteopathic practice, research, development and innovation
• participate in critical reflection of osteopathic models, approaches and treatment
• respectfully represent the osteopathic profession within a multi-professional healthcare setting, communicating clearly, confidently, professionally and responsibly, respecting his/her own profession, contributing to best practice person-centered care
• take responsibility for the development of the professional knowledge base, thus contributing to the development of the profession as a whole

Sisältö

• Contemporary reflection of Osteopathic history and philosophy
• Reconsideration of Osteopathic models, approaches and theories
• Evidence informed-practice
• Critical reflection
• Person-centered care
• Fields of research relevant to osteopathic theory and practice
• The role of osteopathy within the healthcare sector - building professional identity

Course content will change in line with recent trends and availability of leading experts.

Arviointiasteikko

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Arviointikriteerit, tyydyttävä (1)

The student is able to use contemporary approaches to osteopathic practice, to solve problems in osteopathic practice utilizing contemporary approaches, to recognize and analyze the benefits of contemporary approaches in osteopathy.

Arviointikriteerit, hyvä (3)

The student is able to gather, process, produce and evaluate knowledge of contemporary osteopathic approaches; to use concepts of the area of expertise correctly, to solve problems in the field of contemporary approaches to osteopathic practice; to develop new viewpoints or solutions for osteopathy practice.

Arviointikriteerit, kiitettävä (5)

The student is able to create a consistent knowledge base for osteopathy practice by making use of
contemporary approaches in a critical and analytic manner; to use concepts of the area of
expertise innovatively; to solve demanding problems in the field of contemporary approaches where new knowledge and competence is created; to apply and combine information from different fields; to develop innovative insights or technological solutions into patient use and practice; to communicate about subject convincingly both orally and in writing to patients, audiences within and exterior to the field.

Arviointikriteeri, hyväksytty/hylätty

Sufficient performance: has completed basic requirements to pass the course and has made an attempt to apply and articulate concepts and information both verbally and in writing but has not made enough effort overall, the assignments and/or team projects are weak and require further input. The student has demonstrated little effort, interest and motivation for class activities and course assignments.

Esitietovaatimukset

Research methods and tools 5 ECTS credits or equivalent research and development studies. Sufficient knowledge of the subject matter and psycho-emotional aspects of osteopathic practice. Advanced knowledge in osteopathic history and philosophy, tissue physiology, neuroscience and pain science related to osteopathic practice.