Teaching Methodologies
Two weekly 120 min both theoretical and practical lessons. Classes focus on knowledge acquisition of the neuromusculoskeletal evaluation and
development of skills to perform the assesment procedures needed by a physiotherapist.
Continuous assessment through participation in class activities (worksheets). Theoretical and praticai evaluation. The final score is calculated by the formula: 0.15 x Average worksheets + 0.85 x theoretical evaluation (min 8.5)
Learning Results
Assessment and evaluation of the neuro musculoskeletal system; Identify environmental, domestic and workplace barriers; Select, interpret and use the tests and measures used to assess neuromuscular system; Assess the capabilities of individuais in relation to their activities daily (occupational and domestic).
Program
Examination and Assessment of:
Awareness, attention and cognition
Cranial and Peripheral Nerve lntegrity
Gait, locomotion and balance
Joint integrity and mobility
Motor function (motor control and motor learning; muscle performance; Range of motion; lntegrity of reflexes) Sensory integrity
Neuromotor development and sensory integrity
Self-care and honre care
Integration or reintegration in work (job / school / nursery), community and leisure.
Curricular Unit Teachers
Cristina Maria de Oliveira e Silva PatrícioInternship(s)
NAO
Bibliography
SULLIVAN, S e SCHIMTZ, T. Fisioterapia- Avaliação e tratamento. Editora Manole
Fisioterapia neurológica Cota: 615.8.82 FIS
DOWNIE, Patricia A. Cash : neurologia para fisioterapeutas
ECKERSLEY, Pamela M., ed. lit. – Elements of paediatric physiotherapy. lst ed.Edinburgh [etc.] : Churchill Livingstone, 1993. VIII, 513 p.. ISBN 0-443-03894-5
[1306] SHEPHERD, Roberta B. – Physiotherapy in paediatrics. 3rd ed. Oxford [etc.] : Butterworth-Heinemann, 1995. X, 420 p.. ISBN 0-7506-0620-7 .