88402 - Introduction to the Manipulative Treatment of the Fascia System (CE)

Learning outcomes

At the end of the course the students will acquire knowledge related to the anatomy, histology and physiopathology of the  fascia. They will acquire the palpatory evaluation of myofascial tissues and they will able to detect and treat the presence of fascial changes and disorders.

Course contents

Presentation of the method and glossary.

Anatomy and physiology of the Fascia.

Completing personal folder of the patient, interpretation and clinical reasoning with the data collected.

Centres of Coordination "CC" and centers of perception "CP"

Demonstration of motor examination, palpation and how  treating Coordination Centers.

Treatment sequences Ante / Retropulsion, Latero / Mediopulsion and Intra / external rotation TRUNK; UPPER LIMB AND LOWER LIMB

Acquaint of  Fusion and Spirals CC

Remember that: 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 to participate in the third specific training module on safety and health in places of study / internship.

Readings/Bibliography

Luigi Stecco: "Il Dolore e le sequenze neuro-mio-fasciali" - Ipsa Editrice, Palermo 1991

Luigi Stecco: "La Manipolazione Neuroconnettivale" - Marrapese Editore, Roma 1996

Luigi Stecco: "La Manipolazione Fasciale" - Piccin, Padova 2002

Luigi e Carla Stecco: "Manipolazione Fasciale - parte pratica" - Piccin, Padova 2007

Teaching methods

Lectures

Practical assesment of palpation of the fascial tissue between students with teacher's guidance.

Manipulative treatment of fascial tissue guided by the teacher.

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

Written and practical exam. The assessment provides the suitability for the course.

Teaching tools

Notes provided by the Teacher

Office hours

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