Human Movement and Functioning 2 (5 ECTS)

Objective

The student is able to describe the structure and functioning of the bones, joints and muscles of the body and neck as well as the mouth. Students know how to describe the consistency of blood and its physiological significance. They are able to explain the structure and function of the circulatory system, lymphatic system and respiratory system. Students are able to use foreign terminology related to the anatomical structures. The student gains further skills in recognising musculoskeletal structures. The students can apply a suitable massage for their client and use classical strokes and techniques. Students know how to describe the basic factors affecting the cause and development of accidents, injuries and common illnesses, as well as their significance in physiotherapy. The students are able to describe the main features of the healing process from the perspective of pathophysiology.

Content

Bones and joints of the spine and chest
Muscles of the neck and torso
Mouth
Blood
Structure and function of the circulatory system, lymphatic system and respiratory system
Recognising musculoskeletal structures by palpation and sonopalpation
Classical strokes and techniques in classic massage
Pathophysiological process
Key aetiological factors of tissue changes
Factors affecting the development and course of tissue changes
Functional and structural changes at cellular/tissue level and their impact on individual’s functional ability

Materials

Massage; Lecture materials.

Teaching methods

Classical massage: Interactive lecture and assignments/exam, participation to lectures and workshops
Learning assignments and contact teaching, participation to workshops
Palpation:Interactive lecture and assignments
Anatomy: Interactive lecture and assignments
Physiology: lectures and reading material

Exam schedules

N/A

Completion alternatives

N/A

Further information

Opettajan laatimat tehtävät ja MATERIAALIT ovat Tekijänoikeuslain (404/61) mukaisia teoksia, joihin opettajalla on tekijänoikeus. Tehtäviä JA MATERIAALEJA ei saa käyttää muuten kuin omissa opinnoissaan. Niiden julkinen levittäminen on sallittua vain opettajan luvalla.

Evaluation scale

0-5

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

Students use the appropriate core concepts as well as make choices using the knowledge base of their own professional field. They recognise the prerequisites and consequences of their own actions. Students’ actions follow the rules and instructions given, and they use working methods appropriately and safely. Students work according to the professional ethics of their own field, and they act responsibly as group members.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

Students analyse the relationships between appropriate core concepts as well as justify their choices using the knowledge base of their own professional field. They analyse the prerequisites and consequences of their own actions. Students act according to the rules and instructions given in their operating environment, and they use working methods appropriately and safely.Students work according to the professional ethics of their own field, and they act flexibly as group members.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

Students analyse and assess the relationships between appropriate core concepts as well as make choices using the knowledge base of their own professional field. They assess the prerequisites and consequences of their own actions. Students act initiatively and goal-orientedly in diverse operating environments, and they apply working methods appropriately and safely. Students work according to professional ethics in varied situations, and their functioning enhances group activities.

Assessment criteria, approved/failed

Students use the appropriate core concepts as well as make choices using the knowledge base of their own professional field. They recognise the prerequisites and consequences of their own actions. Students’ actions follow the rules and instructions given, and they use working methods appropriately and safely. Students work according to the professional ethics of their own field, and they act responsibly as group members.

Assessment methods and criteria

N/A

Qualifications

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