- Docente: Sara Borghi
- Credits: 1
- SSD: MED/48
- Language: Italian
- Teaching Mode: In-person learning (entirely or partially)
- Campus: Bologna
- Corso: First cycle degree programme (L) in Physiotherapy (cod. 8476)
Learning outcomes
At the end of the module the student critically acquires the most recent evidence on the etiopathological interpretation, classification, evaluation and physiotherapeutic treatment of pelvic floor dysfunctions.
Course contents
REHABILITATION OF THE PELVIC FLOOR
- Historical notes, definitions
- Notes of anatomy
- Pelvic floor dysfunctions
- Assessment and rehabilitative treatment of patients with pelvic floor dysfunction (kinesitherapy, biofeedback, functional electrical stimulation)
- Urinary incontinence
- Chronic pelvic pain
Readings/Bibliography
Bortolami, Riabilitazione Del Pavimento Pelvico - Masson 2009
Teaching methods
Teaching methods of face-to-face lessons
Discussion of clinical cases
Assessment methods
The verification of learning takes place through a final exam, which ascertains the acquisition of the expected knowledge and skills.
The exam is oral. The student will be asked 3 questions, each of which will be able to investigate a topic of the theory. Eligibility will be conferred.
Teaching tools
- Slides
- Reference guidelines
In consideration of the types of activities and teaching methods adopted, the attendance of this training activity requires all students to carry out modules 1 and 2 in e-learning mode and participation in the third module of specific training on safety and health in the places of study / internship.
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
See the website of Sara Borghi
SDGs
This teaching activity contributes to the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals of the UN 2030 Agenda.