96279 - Special Kinesiology

Academic Year 2021/2022

  • Moduli: Pasqualino Maietta Latessa (Modulo 1) Guido Belli (Modulo 2)
  • Teaching Mode: Traditional lectures (Modulo 1) Traditional lectures (Modulo 2)
  • Campus: Rimini
  • Corso: Second cycle degree programme (LM) in Sciences and Techniques of Preventive and Adapted Physical Activities (cod. 9263)

Learning outcomes

At the end of the course the student:

has competence in analyzing the efficiency of the effector system and the static and dynamic postural response using modern ergometric, metabolimetric, posturometric and proprioceptive technologies; - will be able to plan the kinesiological intervention aimed at the consolidation of the state of form, at the prevention of atrophic degenerative morbid conditions, at the disposition and control of physical exercise in trophostatic syndromes, in the alterations of the capacity of the cardiovascular system and in the recovery of different physical abilities; - has precise knowledge of the principles and methodology for evaluating joint mobility and muscle strength as essential elements for accurately ascertaining the current state of a subject, his progress and the effectiveness of the physical training program. - will have solid skills in assessing the mobility of various joint complexes with methodologies for measuring each joint movement and will also be able to administer tests for the manual examination of muscle strength in different postures and attitudes.

Course contents

GAIT ANALYSIS

  • Gait Cycle
  • Analysis of the gait for clinical purposes
  • Analysis of the path for scientific purposes
  • Visual and instrumental evaluation systems.
  • Instrumental evaluation of the regulation of weight distribution during walking and not (Baopodometry and Stabilometry

Adapted in the prevention associated with falls

  • Evaluation parameters (R.O.M. Static and Dynamic Tests)
  • Movement Impairment Syndromes
  • Motor control and aging

Modality of organization of the motor task Adapted Physical Activity and Osteoporosis

  • Fundamental principles
  • Primary, secondary and tertiary objectives
  • Risk factors

Physical Activity and Osteoarthritis

  • Fundamental principles
  • Primary, secondary and tertiary objectives
  • Risk factors
  • What physical activity or exercise to administer

Adapted physical activity in functional recovery (Corrective exercise continuum)

  • Program design
  • Precautions and contraindications Adapted Physical Activity and Parkinsonism
  • Program design
  • Precautions and contraindications Biomechanical analysis and principles of some basic exercises with or without overloads

Adapted Physical Activity and Parkinson

  • Program design
  • Precautions and contraindications
  • Biomechanical analysis and principles of some basic exercises with or without overloads

Readings/Bibliography

The student is informed that the indepth study of the topics requires constant updating related to new instrumental technologies and scientific evidence regarding the various application methodologies. Precisely for this reason and also for the multiplicity of topics, the lessons will take place with the help of the slides that will serve as a reference for further insights with the recommended texts. To follow the lessons it is advisable to refer to the didactic material deposited during the previous academic year and then integrate it with the lessons held in the classroom.

The course does not have a single reference text.

Teaching methods

Lectures for basic topics, supplemented by exercises with organized groups and with compulsory attendance.

During the course, seminars will be organized by highly qualified personnel and concerning application aspects. The topics of the seminars held will form an integral part of the program and may be subject to verification during the examination.

Some seminars may be organized online

Assessment methods

PRESENCE

The verification method is written.

The written test will aim to verify the possession of a sufficient knowledge of the basic notions of the discipline. The test will consist of 30 multiple choice questions and some open-ended questions

ONLINE (only if requested by the University of Bologna in the event of a health emergency)

The verification method is oral

The student will be asked two main questions relating to the topics included in the program, carried out during the lessons. The evaluation of the student's preparation may make use of further questions aimed at specifying aspects relating to the main questions. Passing the exam will be guaranteed to students who demonstrate mastery and operational ability in relation to the key concepts illustrated in the teaching, and in particular the ability to understand and project the complexity of the subject. A higher score will be awarded to students who will demonstrate that they understand and be able to use all the teaching contents, illustrating them with skills and peculiar language properties, solving even complex issues, showing good operational control, etc. Failure to pass the exam may be due to insufficient knowledge of key concepts, lack of mastery of the specific technical language and lack of or insufficient operational capacity

Teaching tools

The lessons will be accompanied by visual and audiovisual aids. As part of the practical exercises, the course has equipment for the assessment and teaching of motor activity in reference to Adapted Physical Activity

Didactic material: The didactic material presented in class is made available to the student in electronic format via the internet. This material will provide the guidelines for the in-depth analysis carried out during the lessons.

Office hours

See the website of Pasqualino Maietta Latessa

See the website of Guido Belli