- Docente: Elena Ciavatta
- Credits: 2
- Language: Italian
- Teaching Mode: Traditional lectures
- Campus: Bologna
- Corso: First cycle degree programme (L) in Physiotherapy (cod. 8476)
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from Jan 08, 2024 to Jan 09, 2024
Learning outcomes
At the end of the course the student acquires knowledge regarding the anatomy of the muscle chains described by the author of Global Postural Reeducation. It is able to observe any alterations of these chains. Carry out direct experiences on the practice of some postures of the method.
Course contents
Posture: psychosomatic, neurophysiological and biomechanical model
Biomechanical model: ideal posture
Frontal observation
Rear observation
Lateral observation
Supine observation on the ground
Dynamic observations
Mezieres method: definition, objectives, tools
Diaphragmatic breathing
Treatment postures
Scoliosis: definitions, symptoms. objectives, types of treatment
Practical part: observation, evaluation, treatment proposal
Discussion
Readings/Bibliography
Mauro Lastrico: "Biomeccanica muscolo scheletrica e metodica Mezieres" - Marrapese editore
Teaching methods
Frontal lessons
Practical tests of observation and treatment
Assessment methods
Oral interview
Teaching tools
PC, video projector and physiotherapist table
Office hours
See the website of Elena Ciavatta