- Docente: Giulia Zagnoni
- Credits: 2
- Language: Italian
- Teaching Mode: Traditional lectures
- Campus: Bologna
- Corso: First cycle degree programme (L) in Physiotherapy (cod. 8476)
Learning outcomes
At the end of the module, the student possesses the ability to apply knowledge and understanding regarding: pathologies of the musculoskeletal system amenable to physio-kinesiatric treatment, identification of the subject's preventive and rehabilitative needs through evaluation of clinical data and individual characteristics, appropriate therapeutic modalities in the orthopedic setting, design, planning and execution of physiotherapeutic intervention
Course contents
Clinical Reasoning:
Definition and steps that make up clinical reasoning: history collection, functional assessment, identification of therapeutic goals, rehabilitation intervention planning, reevaluation
Shoulder:
- Functional assessment: assessment of impairment by observation, inspection, palpation, administration of tests and rating scales (Constant Murley Scale); assessment of pain by interview and administration of VAS scale; assessment of edema by perimetry and fovea sign; assessment of thermotectomy by palpation of affected area and comparison with contralateral district; specific tests useful in making differential functional diagnosis: Neer, Hawkins, Jobe, Erls, Drop Sign, Lift off test, Press Sign, Speed, Furrow Sign, Appression Test, Relocation Test, O'Brien's Test
- Physiotherapy strategies indicated for goal achievement in major conditions of rehabilitation interest (fracture outcomes, impingement, rotator cuff reconstruction, slap lesion, instability, shoulder prosthesis, adhesive capsulitis)
Elbow:
- Functional assessment: assessment of impairment by observation, inspection, palpation, administration of tests and rating scales (Dash scale);assessment of pain by interview and administration of VAS scale; assessment of edema by perimetry and fovea sign; assessment of thermotectomy by palpation of affected area and comparison with contralateral district;Specific tests: test for ligament stability, tennis elbow sign, and test to highlight epitrochleitis
- Physiotherapy strategies indicated for goal achievement in major conditions of rehabilitation interest (dislocation and fracture outcomes)
Hand:
- Functional assessment: assessment of impairment by observation, inspection, palpation, administration of tests and rating scales (Dash scale); assessment of pain by interview and administration of VAS scale; assessment of edema by perimetry and fovea sign; assessment of thermotectomy by palpation of affected area and comparison with contralateral district; specific tests:
- Physiotherapy strategies indicated for goal achievement in major pathologies of rehabilitation interest (fracture outcomes)
Hip:
- Functional assessment: assessment of impairment by observation, inspection, palpation, administration of tests and rating scales (harris hip scale); assessment of pain by interview and administration of VAS scale; assessment of edema by perimetry and fovea sign; assessment of thermotectomy by palpation of affected area and comparison with contralateral district; specific functional tests: Ober test, Thomas test, trendelenburg test, Patrick test, piriformis test, test to assess lower extremity heterometry
- Physiotherapy strategies indicated for goal achievement in major pathologies of rehabilitation interest (femur fractures, hip arthroplasty)
Knee:
- Functional assessment: assessment of impairment by observation, inspection, palpation, administration of tests and rating scales (Womac scale); assessment of pain by interview and administration of VAS scale; assessment of edema by perimetry and fovea sign, patellar ballot test; assessment of thermotectomy by palpation of affected area and comparison with contralateral district; specific tests: anterior and posterior drawer tests, Lachman test, lateral drawer test, Mc Murray test, compression and distraction tests
Foot and ankle:
- Functional assessment: assessment of impairment by observation, inspection, palpation, administration of tests and rating scales (Ankle Functional Score and FADI scales); assessment of pain by interview and administration of VAS scale; assessment of edema by perimetry and fovea sign; assessment of thermotectomy by palpation of affected area and comparison with contralateral district; specific tests: Drawer test, Differential test between tibio-ankle and subastragalic, Thompson test)
- Physiotherapy strategies indicated for goal achievement in major pathologies of rehabilitation interest (ankle sprain outcomes)
Gait:
Causes of pathological gait: drooping foot, flexed knee, knee snap in extension, knee recurvatum, positive trendelenburg sign, mowing gait, stepping gait; gait observation; assessment of disability (Tinetti Scale and Time Walking test)
Readings/Bibliography
S. Hoppenfield - L'esame obiettivo in ortopedia - Ed. Aulo Gaggi
Coppola L, Masiero S, Riabilitazione in Ortopedia, 2005 Piccin, Padova
Mancini A, Morlacchi C, Clinica Ortopedica, 2003 Piccin, Padova
Fusco A, Foglia A, Musarra F, Testa M, La Spalla nello Sportivo, 2005, Masson Milano
Ferrari S, Pillastrini P, testa M, Vanti C, Riabilitazione post-chirurgica nel paziente ortopedico, 2010, Elsevier Masson, Milano
Giannini S, Faldini C, Manuale di Ortopedia e Traumatologia, 2008, Edizioni Minerva Medica, Torino
Brent Brotzman S, Riabilitazione in ortopedia e traumatologia. Protocolli terapeutici, 2002, Utet, Torino
Brent Brotzman S, Manuale di Riabilitazione Ortopedica, 2008, Elsevier Masson, Milano
L.Coppola – S. Masiero “Riabilitazione in ortopedia” ed. PICCINTeaching methods
Lectures, discussion of clinical cases and scientific articles, practical exercises, group activities.
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.
Assessment methods
Learning assessment is based on the achievement of the knowledge objectives for the topics covered in class.
Learning assessment consists of an oral and practical exam.
Grading:
Preparation on a very limited number of topics covered in the course and analytical skills that emerge only with the instructor's assistance, generally correct language → 18-19;
Preparation on a limited number of topics covered in the course and independent analysis skills only on purely executive questions, correct language → 20-24;
Preparation on a large number of topics covered in the course, ability to make independent critical analysis choices, mastery of specific terminology → 25-29;
Substantially comprehensive preparation on the topics covered in the course, ability to make independent critical analysis and connection choices, full mastery of specific terminology, and ability to argue and self-reflect → 30-30L.
To take the exam, you must register on the appropriate lists published on Alma Esami.
No cell phones or supporting materials such as handouts or notes are allowed during the test.
Teaching tools
PC, video projector.
Office hours
See the website of Giulia Zagnoni
SDGs


This teaching activity contributes to the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals of the UN 2030 Agenda.