76403 - Functional Taping (IM)

Learning outcomes

At the end of the course the student knows the materials used for the functional bandage and principles for their use in major neuro-musculoskeletal disorders. Acquires skills in the packaging of the most widely used functional bandages

Course contents

Indications, contraindications and limits of functional bandage Choice of materials and criteria of executions Functional bandage post-traumatic quote Applications in the treatment of spasticity with botulinum toxin The hand functional subject spinal cord damage : how to get it with the functional bandage Purpose of the bandage in muscle problems , joint , tendon . demonstrations Bandaging techniques ankle and knee . demonstrations Bandaging techniques for upper limb . demonstrations. TNP

Readings/Bibliography

The BENDAGGI FUNCTIONAL Romano Frignani Ed . Piccin

Teaching methods

lectures and practical exercises

Assessment methods

The exam consists of a practical test performed in pairs, lasting about 15 minutes per student, with the request for the execution of a functional bandage among those illustrated during the lessons. During the test students will not be allowed to view notes or other material available to them. The outcome of the test consists of a suitability assessment registered within the C.I. of Elettivo 1.

Teaching tools

PC and video projector, overhead

Office hours

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