Examination/Assessment II

Anatomy, Physiology, Examination and Assessment I, Human Movement Studies I.

Lectures using audiovisual means. Presentation of simple clinical cases and group reflection on problem solving. Demonstration/exemplification of assessment techniques with simulated practice among students.

Ability to assess the neuromusculoskeletal system.

Identify environmental, domestic and work barriers

Being able to assess mental/cognitive functions

Being able to assess the integrity of the neuromuscular system.

Selecting, interpreting and using the tests and measures used in the assessment of the neuromuscular system.

Able to assess the capabilities of individuals in terms of their daily activities (domestic and occupational).

Examination and assessment of:

Environmental barriers, at home and at work (employment, school, kindergarten)

Mental State/Cognitive Functions

Cranial and peripheral nerve integrity

Gait, locomotion and balance

Joint integrity and mobility

Dermatomes and Myotomes

Motor function (motor control and motor learning, muscle performance, range of motion, reflex integrity, coordination and muscle tone)

sensory integrity

Activities of daily living

NAO

Primary Bibliografy:

Fruth, S. J. (2013). Fundamentals of the physical therapy examination: patient interview and tests & measures. Jones & Bartlett Publishers.

Erickson, M., Erickson, M. L., McKnight, R., & Utzman, R. (2008). Physical therapy documentation: from examination to outcome. Slack Incorporated.

Shumway­Cook, A., Woollacott, M. H. (2012). Motor control: translating research into clinical practice, fourth edition. Philadelphia: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins.

Raine, S., Meadows, L., & Lynch-­Ellerington, M. (2009). Bobath concept: theory and clinical practice in neurological rehabilitation. Chichester: Wiley­Blackwell.

Sullivan, S e Schmitz, T. Fisioterapia- Avaliação e tratamento. Editora Manole