39167 - Physiotherapy in Paediatrics (CE)

Learning outcomes

Upon completion of the module, the student possesses the ability to apply knowledge and understanding regarding the main models of interpretation of motor development, child motor behavior and its variability. Identifies the preventive and rehabilitative needs of the child affected by major developmental disorders through the various assessment methods. Knows the tools that can be used to achieve the identified goals. Is able to design and perform interventions targeted at satisfying the previously mentioned needs.

Course contents

The Child's Physiological Development
The Pediatric Physiotherapist
The Preterm Infant
Cerebral Palsy (CP)
Neuromuscular Diseases
Genetic and Chromosomal Disorders
Spina Bifida
Peripheral Palsies
Application of Neurotaping in Various Pathologies
Search for Scientific Evidence for Management

Readings/Bibliography

Articles from the updated scientific literature will be provided for each topic addressed.


"From Birth to Five Years. Developmental milestones," Mary D. Sheridan


"Architecture of function. The neuromotor development of the child between normality and pathology" L. Bertozzi, L. Montanari, I. Mora


" Motor development disorders" E. Fedrizzi


" The spastic forms of Infantile Cerebral Palsy" G. Cioni, A. Ferrari


" Early rehabilitation in the child with brain injury" GIPCI

Teaching methods

Lectures


Viewing and discussion of clinical case films


Simulation of clinical cases (evaluation and treatment)


In view of the type of activities and teaching methods adopted, the attendance of this training activity requires the prior participation of all students in Modules 1 and 2 of safety training in the workplace, in e-learning mode

Assessment methods

A 40-minute written exam, consisting of 31 multiple-choice questions covering theoretical content (1 point for each correct answer, 0 points for each incorrect or unanswered question).


An additional oral exam, including a video and case discussion, will be conducted to award an excellent score and increase the written exam score. The score will be increased and/or the achievement of an excellent score will be achieved if the candidate uses appropriate technical/professional language and provides practical examples of how to implement a specific physiotherapy treatment.


The dates and times of the exams will be uploaded to Alma Esami, as will the results.

Teaching tools

Videos

Powerpoint presentations

Articles of scientific literature

Students with learning disorders and\or temporary or permanent disabilities: please, contact the office responsible (https://site.unibo.it/studenti-con-disabilita-e-dsa/en/for-students ) as soon as possible so that they can propose acceptable adjustments. The request for adaptation must be submitted in advance (15 days before the exam date) to the lecturer, who will assess the appropriateness of the adjustments, taking into account the teaching objectives.

Office hours

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