Functional Anatomy of the Spine and Thorax (5 ECTS)

Learning outcomes

Students are able to name and clarify the structures and function of the spine and thorax regionally and segmentally. They can describe and palpate the normal movement of the spine. Students are able to explain the development of the back as well as the effects of pathological changes and deformities on movement. Students know how to describe the significance of the biomechanical approach to osteopathy and are able to demonstrate the force working on the musculoskeletal system by means of mechanical concepts. They understand the biomechanical features of the musculoskeletal system.

Content

Structures of the spine. Normal movement of the spine, coupled movement, SI joint, innervation of the spine. Vascular system and biomechanics of the spinal cord and meninges. Structures of the chest, respiration and basics of the lymphatic system. Structure and function of the temporomandibular joint. Biomechanical properties of tissues and structures. Myofascia and tensegrity in human anatomy.

Prerequisites

Human anatomy 1, Human anatomy 2 and palpation skills, Human anatomy 3 and observation of the posture

Teaching methods

Interactive lecture
Guided practice
Assignments
teamwork
Moodle learningspace

Learning materials and recommended literature

Neumann, Donald 2010: Kinesiology of the Musculoskeletal system: Foundations for Rehabilitation. St. Louis: Mosby.I.A. Middleditch & Oliver 2005: Functional Anatomy of the Spine. 2.edition. Elsevier Health Sciences.
Kapanji: Kinesiologia 3 1997: Selkärangan, rintakehän ja lantion nivelten toiminta.

Sport Injuries: The BMA Guide to Sport Injuries.

Exam dates and retake possibilities

In Moodle there are exams from material.

International connections

International week: teaching is in english

Student workload

5 ects x 27h= 135h students work

Assessment methods and criteria

Written assigment in groupwork and pp-slide show, self and peer evaluation from group working
In Moodle there are exams from material.
Active participation and palpation practice

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.

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.

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.

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.