Learning objectives
To make students independent in the functional assessment and physiotherapy treatment of major trauma and rheumatic diseases.
Prerequisites
Anatomy and physiology of the musculoskeletal system.
Course unit content
General principles of trauma rehabilitation and rheumatology.
Full programme
Time and pathophysiology of wound healing
Rehabilitation treatment of muscular disorders
Rehabilitation treatment of tendon disorders
Rehabilitation treatment of injuries of the shoulder
Rehabilitation treatment of injuries of the elbow
Rehabilitation treatment of injuries of wrist and hand
The rehabilitative treatment of knee injuries
Rehabilitation treatment of injuries of ankle and foot
Principles of Economics joint, occupational therapy and ergonomics
Rehabilitation treatment of rheumatoid arthritis
Rehabilitation treatment of osteoarthritis
Rehabilitation treatment of osteoporosis
Rehabilitation treatment of fibromyalgia
Bibliography
J.K. Richardson, Z.A. Iglarsh. Clinica ortopedica terapia fisica. Verducci
Joseph J. Cipriano. Test ortopedici e neurologici. Verducci
S. Brent Brotzman/Kevin E. Wilk. La riabilitazione in ortopedia. Elsevier
Tiziana Nava. La riabilitazione integrata delle malattie reumatiche. Masson
Teaching methods
Theoretical lessons and pratical lessons.
Assessment methods and criteria
Practical tests in progress. Final theoretical exam.
Other information
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2030 agenda goals for sustainable development
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