Study Guide

Learning outcomes

The student is able to
- explain the structure and function of the cells, cell membrane and organelles
- explain the cellular structure of the bone, muscle, epithelial, connective and nervous tissues, formation of the tissue structure and the functionality of the tissue
- name and locate the structures of the nervous tissue, the central nervous system and the peripheral nervous system in the body, as well as explain their role in the regulation of the movement, memorizing and learning
- explain the main functions of the central nervous system from the physiology of sensory, integrative and motoric systems
- identify and name the main anatomical structures of body systems (blood circulation, breathing, defence mechanisms, digestion, passing of urine, endocrine system), as well as explain the main functionality of different body systems

Implementation and methods of teaching

Opintojakso integroituu 2. lukukauden muihin opintojaksoihin.
Itsenäinen oppiminen tapahtuu käänteisen oppimisen menetelmin oppimistehtävinä verkossa ja tiimitapaamisin.
Verkkotyöpajoissa opiskellaan reaaliaikaisesti ja opettajajohtoisesti yhdessä tai pienryhmissä.

Timing and attendance

elo- marraskuu 2024

Learning material and recommended literature

Bjålie, J.G. 2011: Ihminen, fysiologia ja anatomia
(Tai vastaava esimerkiksi)
Ihmisen fysiologia ja anatomia: Nienstedt, Arstila, Hänninen, 2016
tai Anatomia ja fysiologia: Leppäluoto, Kettunen, Rintamäki, 2015;
tai Ihmisen fysiologiaa - perusteista pidemmälle: Risto, 2023

Muu opettajan jakama/osoittama materiaali.

Alternative completion methods

Ei valinnaisia suoritustapoja

Working life cooperation

Ei työelämäyhteistyötä

Exam retakes

Uusintamahdollisuudet erikseen osoitettavina ajankohtina.

Learning environment

LAB:n moodlealusta, luennot zoomissa

Student time use and work load

5op x 27h = 135 h
zoom-luennot: 31 h
Tentit: 4h (etätentteinä moodlessa)
Itsenäinen opiskelu 104 h

Contents

OSA 1: Elinjärjestelmät
Verenkierto, Lymfa ja elimistön puolustusjärjestelmät, Hengityselimistön rakenne ja toiminta, Ruoansulatuselimistön rakenne ja toiminta, Ravintoaineet, Virtsaneritysjärjestelmän rakenne ja toiminta, Happo-emäs- ja neste-elektrolyytti tasapainon säätely, Lisääntyminen, raskaus ja synnytys, Autonomisen hermoston säätelytoiminta, Umpieritys.

OSA 2: Kudosten biokemiaa ja paranemisprosessi, aistit ja oppimisen neurofysiologia
Homeostaasi, Kemian käsitteet anatomiassa, (atomi, kemialliset sidokset, diffuusio, osmoosi, ATP), Luu- ja sidekudoksen paranemisprosessi, epiteelikudos, Lihaskudoksen paranemisprosessi, nivel ja sitä ympäröivien kudosten perusrakenne, venytysrefleksi ja muut refleksit fysioterapiassa, näkö- ja kuuloaisti, iho, veri, vestibulaarijärjestelmä, tuntoaisti, kipuaisti ja aivot, muisti, oppiminen, perifeerinen hermosto.

Alla olevat kokonaisuudet käydään biomekaniikan kurssin yhteydessä, eikä tentitä enää tässä opintojaksossa: Hermokudos, synapsi, aktiopotentiaali, Aivokalvot, selkäydinneste, Selkäytimen rakenne ja toiminta, refleksit, Aivojen rakenne ja toiminta, luu- ja lihaskudoksen hienorakenne ja toiminta.

Additional information for students: previous knowledge etc.

Ei vaadi edeltävää osaamista

Assessment criteria

Moodletentit (2 kpl) kotitentteinä, tenttien keskiarvo muodostaa kurssin lopullisen arvosanan.

Assessment scale

1-5

Failed (0)

Opiskelija ei täytä tason 1 arviointikriteerejä

Assessment criteria: level 1 (assessment scale 1–5)

Opiskelija osaa kertoa ja nimetä ihmisen muistijärjestelmän rakenteet ja uusien motoristen taitojen oppimisen taustalla olevat tekijät. Opiskelija osaa selittää eri aistien toimintaperiaatteet pääpiirteisesti. Opiskelija osaa selittää elinjärjestelmien toiminnan, mutta ei osaa yhdistää niiden vaikutuksia keskenään.

Opiskelija nimeää ihmisruumiin pääpiirteiset anatomiset rakenteet suomeksi ja latinaksi. Anatomis-fysiologien terminologian käyttö jää vaillinaiseksi ja epäloogiseksi ja ilmaisu on yleiskielistä. Opiskelija tunnistaa lääketieteellisen biokemian käsitteitä puutteellisesti ja syy-yhteyttömästi, eikä opiskelija osaa soveltaa biokemiallisten ilmiöiden merkitystä fysiologisissa prosesseissa. Opiskelija nimeää rakenteiden, elinten ja elinjärjestelmien fysiologiaa elin- ja elinjärjestelmätasolla mutta ei selitä toiminnan perusteita loogisesti.

Opiskelija osaa selittää kudosten paranemisprosessia, mutta siinä on puutteita ja se ei ole loogista.

Assessment criteria: level 3 (assessment scale 1–5)

Opiskelija osaa selittää ihmisen muistijärjestelmän ja uusien motoristen taitojen oppimisen taustalla olevan fysiologian pääpiirteittäin. Opiskelija osaa selittää eri aistien toimintaperiaatteet yksityiskohtaisesti. Opiskelija osaa selittää ihmisen eri elinjärjestelmien toiminnan pääpiirteittäin.

Opiskelija tunnistaa ihmisruumiin anatomiset rakenteet suomeksi ja latinaksi ja käyttää anatomis-fysiologista terminologiaa ymmärrettävästi. Opiskelija tunnistaa lääketieteellisen biokemian käsitteitä ja osaa selittää niiden merkitystä fysiologisissa prosesseissa. Opiskelija nimeää ihmisruumiin rakenteiden, elinten ja elinjärjestelmien fysiologiaa solutasolta elinjärjestelmätasolle ja tunnistaa hyvinvointiin vaikuttavia epänormaalin toiminnan mekanismeja ja ilmentymiä.

Opiskelija osaa selittää eri kudosten paranemisprosessin pääpiirteittäin.

Assessment criteria: level 5 (assessment scale 1–5)

Opiskelija osaa selittää ihmisen muistijärjestelmän ja uusien motoristen taitojen oppimisen taustalla olevan fysiologian yksityiskohtaisesti. Opiskelija osaa selittää eri aistien toimintaperiaatteet yksityiskohtaisesti ja integroida tiedon ihmisen motoriseen järjestelmään.

Opiskelija tunnistaa ihmisruumiin anatomiset rakenteet suomeksi ja latinaksi ja käyttää anatomis-fysiologista terminologiaa loogisesti. Opiskelija selittää perustellen rakenteiden, elinten ja elinjärjestelmien fysiologiaa solutasolta elinjärjestelmätasolle lääketieteellisen biokemian ilmiöin ja termein. Opiskelija vertailee ihmisruumiin normaalin ja epänormaalin toiminnan eroja ja arvioi erojen merkitystä potilaan hyvinvoinnille.

Opiskelija osaa selittää eri kudosten paranemisprosessin yksityiskohtaisesti.

Learning outcomes

The student is able to
- describe the stages of human's physical, social and cognitive growth and development at different age periods, and the changes that occur during them
- apply knowledge and evaluate the performance and involvement of people of various ages (including the daily living aids, changes in the apartment and accessibility) by utilizing the ICF classification
- meet and guide people of various ages in professional interaction situations

Assessment scale

1-5

Learning outcomes

The student is able to
- identify the risk factors and treatment of the most common cardiovascular and respiratory diseases among the adult population as well as explain their impact on the client's physical ability
- describe the cumulative effect that different lifestyle and chronic diseases have on the physical ability and take into account its meaning for the client's physiotherapy
- apply typical physiotherapeutic research methods used in cardiovascular diseases and reliably analyze the measurement results in implementing safe physiotherapy
- plan individual and safe exercises and exercise guidance for the client basing on evidence-based data while taking into account the underlying diseases

Implementation and methods of teaching

The course is implemented as a collaboration between Lahti and Lappeenranta. The studies include independent learning as well as collaborative learning in online and campus environments.

Timing and attendance

The course begins with independent study for the preliminary medical examination. The lecturer provides instructions before the exam.

The course will take place during the autumn semester of 2024 (weeks 40-51).

Students are responsible for independently studying the content of their missed sessions. Students demonstrate their competence through competency test and exams.

Learning material and recommended literature

The information will be provided at the beginning of the course on the Moodle platform.

Exam retakes

Will be agreed separately with the lecturer, considering the degree regulations.

Learning environment

The course is implemented in online and campus environments.

Student time use and work load

The scope of the study module is 5 credits, which corresponds to 135 hours of student work.

- Portion of the medical studies about 27 hours
- Collaborative learning in online and campus environments about 32 hours
- Independent study (including pre-assignments and preparation for competence tests) about 76 hours

Contents

The course includes:

- Portion of the medical studies
- The risk factors and prevention of lifestyle diseases
- Physiotherapy supporting respiratory systems
- Physiotherapy supporting the cardiovascular systems

Additional information for students: previous knowledge etc.

The course of Structure and Function of Body Systems supports development of competence.

Assessment criteria

Exam of the medical studies on the Moodle platform (Fail-K5)

Online test of the risk factors of lifestyle diseases (Fail-Pass)

Moodle test of the respiratory physiotherapy (Fail-K5)

Moodle test of the cardiovasculary physiotherapy (Fail-K5)

The grade of the course is formed by averages of sections.

Assessment scale

1-5

Failed (0)

The student's skills do not achieve the level 1 assessment criteria.
Some of the mandatory assessment is missing.

Assessment criteria: level 1 (assessment scale 1–5)

The student is able to

- identify the risk factors of the most common cardiovascular and respiratory diseases, pathophysiology and their impact on the client's physical ability
- use safely typical physiotherapeutic research methods used in cardiovascular diseases and reliably analyze the measurement results
- observe respiration and guide the technique if needed
- use typical physiotherapeutic methods to intensify respiration
- describe the most common lifestyle and chronic diseases and cumulative effect on the physical ability
- know the basic principles of exercises related to lifestyle and chronic diseases

Assessment criteria: level 3 (assessment scale 1–5)

The student is able to

- analyze the measurement results of physical performance
- assess the physical ability of the client with cardiovascular disease and explain their impact on the client's physical ability and the quality of life
- assess how different exercise training can be utilized in the physiotherapeutic treatment and prevention of lifestyle-related diseases

Assessment criteria: level 5 (assessment scale 1–5)

The student is able to

- evaluate the evidence-based data related to lifestyle diseases and exercise training and apply it ti practical work
- comprehend the role of physiotherapy in prevention of lifestyle diseases and promotion physical activity

Learning outcomes

The student is able to
- identify the risk factors and treatment of the most common cardiovascular and respiratory diseases among the adult population as well as explain their impact on the client's physical ability
- describe the cumulative effect that different lifestyle and chronic diseases have on the physical ability and take into account its meaning for the client's physiotherapy
- apply typical physiotherapeutic research methods used in cardiovascular diseases and reliably analyze the measurement results in implementing safe physiotherapy
- plan individual and safe exercises and exercise guidance for the client basing on evidence-based data while taking into account the underlying diseases

Implementation and methods of teaching

The course is implemented as a collaboration between Lahti and Lappeenranta. The studies include independent learning as well as collaborative learning in online and campus environments.

Timing and attendance

The course begins with independent study for the preliminary medical examination. The lecturer provides instructions before the exam.

The course does not have a compulsory attendance requirement, instead, students are responsible for independently studying the content of their missed sessions. Students demonstrate their competence through competency test and exams.

Learning material and recommended literature

The information will be provided at the beginning of the course on the Moodle platform.

Alternative completion methods

-

Working life cooperation

-

Exam retakes

Will be agreed separately with the lecturer, considering the degree regulations.

Learning environment

The course is implemented in online and campus environments.

Student time use and work load

The scope of the study module is 5 credits, which corresponds to 135 hours of student work.

- Portion of the medical studies about 27 hours
- Collaborative learning in online and campus environments about 28 hours
- Independent study (including pre-assignments and preparation for competence tests) about 80 hours

Contents

The course includes four sections:

- Portion of the medical studies
- The risk factors and prevention of lifestyle diseases
- Physiotherapy supporting respiratory systems
- Physiotherapy supporting the cardiovascular systems

Additional information for students: previous knowledge etc.

The course of Structure and Function of Body Systems supports development of competence.

Assessment criteria

Exam of the medical studies on the Moodle platform (Fail-K5)

Online test of the risk factors of lifestyle diseases (Fail-Pass)

Moodle test of the respiratory physiotherapy (Fail-K5)

Moodle test of the cardiovasculary physiotherapy (Fail-K5)

The grade of the course is formed by averages of sections.

Assessment scale

1-5

Failed (0)

The student's skills do not achieve the level 1 assessment criteria.
Some of the mandatory assessment is missing.

Assessment criteria: level 1 (assessment scale 1–5)

The student is able to

- identify the risk factors of the most common cardiovascular and respiratory diseases, pathophysiology and their impact on the client's physical ability
- use safely typical physiotherapeutic research methods used in cardiovascular diseases and reliably analyze the measurement results
- observe respiration and guide the technique if needed
- use typical physiotherapeutic methods to intensify respiration
- describe the most common lifestyle and chronic diseases and cumulative effect on the physical ability
- know the basic principles of exercises related to lifestyle and chronic diseases

Assessment criteria: level 3 (assessment scale 1–5)

The student is able to

- analyze the measurement results of physical performance
- assess the physical ability of the client with cardiovascular disease and explain their impact on the client's physical ability and the quality of life
- assess how different exercise training can be utilized in the physiotherapeutic treatment and prevention of lifestyle-related diseases

Assessment criteria: level 5 (assessment scale 1–5)

The student is able to

- evaluate the evidence-based data related to lifestyle diseases and exercise training and apply it ti practical work
- comprehend the role of physiotherapy in prevention of lifestyle diseases and promotion physical activity

Learning outcomes

The student is able to
- describe aging as a phenomenon and the changes it brings to the movement and functional ability
- describe and apply physiotherapeutic methods that support the functional ability
- work as a member of a multi-professional team and cooperate with the loved ones of the client

Implementation and methods of teaching

In this course, students study independently as well as under teacher guidance in online workshops (Zoom) and on the home campus.
Independent study in this context includes pre-assignments and learning tasks, as well as preparation for the home exam (on the Moodle platform) of the medical studies and practical assessment.

Timing and attendance

The course will take place during the autumn semester of 2024 (weeks 33-40).
The medical studies need to exam before the physiotherapy section of the course (during 3.6.-18.8.2024)

The timing and the content of the course are on the Moodle platform.

The course requires attendance. Students are responsible for independently studying the content of any missed sessions. Students demonstrate their competence in practical assessment.

Learning material and recommended literature

The section of the physiotherapy: The material on the Moodle platform
The medical studies: e-book of Geriatrics

Working life cooperation

Specialist from the work life: Online rehabilitation of elderly

Exam retakes

Will be agreed separately with the lecturer, considering the degree regulations.

Learning environment

Campus of Lappeenranta or Lahti and network environment.

Student time use and work load

The scope of the study module is 5 credits, which corresponds to 135 hours of student work.

- Portion of the medical studies: about 27 hours
- Under teacher guidance in online workshops (Zoom): about 14 hours
- Under teacher guidance on the home campus: about 20 hours
- Practical assessment: about 30 minutes
- Independent study: about 70 hours

Contents

Changes with aging

Assessment of the functional ability of the elderly

Falling accidents of the elderly and prevention

Guidance and rehabilitation of the client with memory disorder

Exercising the functional ability of the elderly

Technology in the rehabilitation of the elderly

Counseling service for the elderly

Additional information for students: previous knowledge etc.

The course of Development and Motor Learning Across the Lifespan supports development of competence.
eRPL application should be direct to the course`s responsible teacher Outi Pöyhönen (outi.poyhonen@lab.fi).

Assessment criteria

The grade of the course is formed by averages of sections (1/5 Medical exam and 4/5 practical assessment) .

Assessment scale

1-5

Failed (0)

The student's skills do not achieve the level 1 assessment criteria.
Some of the mandatory assessment is missing.

Assessment criteria: level 1 (assessment scale 1–5)

The student can conduct guided functional ability assessments and create a functional ability-enhancing plan for the client. The student is able to seek evidence based data that supports the plan.

Assessment criteria: level 3 (assessment scale 1–5)

The student can independently conduct functional ability assessments and create a client oriented functional ability-enhancing plan for the client. The student is able to seek comprehensive evidence based data that supports the plan.

Assessment criteria: level 5 (assessment scale 1–5)

The student can independently conduct extensive functional ability assessments (considering different areas) and create a client oriented functional ability-enhancing plan (considering the client`s environment) for the client. The student is able to seek and utilize comprehensive evidence based data that supports the plan.

Learning outcomes

The student is able to
- describe aging as a phenomenon and the changes it brings to the movement and functional ability
- describe and apply physiotherapeutic methods that support the functional ability
- work as a member of a multi-professional team and cooperate with the loved ones of the client

Implementation and methods of teaching

In this course, students study independently as well as under teacher guidance in online workshops (Zoom) and on the home campus.
Independent study in this context includes pre-assignments and learning tasks, as well as preparation for the home exam (on the Moodle platform) of the medical studies and practical assessment.

Timing and attendance

The course will take place during the spring semester of 2024.
The medical studies need to exam before the physiotherapy section of the course.
The timing and the content of the course are on the Moodle platform.

Learning material and recommended literature

The section of the physiotherapy: The material on the Moodle platform
The medical studies: e-book of Geriatrics

Working life cooperation

Specialist from the work life: Online rehabilitation of elderly

Exam retakes

Will be agreed separately with the lecturer, considering the degree regulations.

Learning environment

Campus of Lappeenranta or Lahti and network environment.

Student time use and work load

The scope of the study module is 5 credits, which corresponds to 135 hours of student work.

- Portion of the medical studies: about 27 hours
- Under teacher guidance in online workshops (Zoom): about 11 hours
- Under teacher guidance on the home campus: about 16 hours
- Practical assessment: about 30 minutes
- Independent study: about 80 hours

Contents

Changes with aging

Assessment of the functional ability of the elderly

Falling accidents of the elderly and prevention

Guidance and rehabilitation of the client with memory disorder

Exercising the functional ability of the elderly

Technology in the rehabilitation of the elderly

Counseling service for the elderly

Additional information for students: previous knowledge etc.

The course of Development and Motor Learning Across the Lifespan supports development of competence.

Assessment criteria

The grade of the course is formed by averages of sections (1/5 Medical exam and 4/5 practical assessment) .

Assessment scale

1-5

Failed (0)

The student's skills do not achieve the level 1 assessment criteria.
Some of the mandatory assessment is missing.

Assessment criteria: level 1 (assessment scale 1–5)

The student can conduct guided functional ability assessments and create a functional ability-enhancing plan for the client. The student is able to seek evidence based data that supports the plan.

Assessment criteria: level 3 (assessment scale 1–5)

The student can independently conduct functional ability assessments and create a client oriented functional ability-enhancing plan for the client. The student is able to seek comprehensive evidence based data that supports the plan.

Assessment criteria: level 5 (assessment scale 1–5)

The student can independently conduct extensive functional ability assessments (considering different areas) and create a client oriented functional ability-enhancing plan (considering the client`s environment) for the client. The student is able to seek and utilize comprehensive evidence based data that supports the plan.

Learning outcomes

The student is able to
- classify pain and explain the phenomenon of pain and the system of pain
- assess pain while considering the physiological and psychosocial dimension and the healing process of the tissue in their clinical decision-making
- utilize drug-free pain relief methods and know the principles of pharmacotherapy for pain
- use electrotherapy treatments appropriately and safely as well as assess the effectiveness of the treatment

Implementation and methods of teaching

Contact lessons online and on campus, online lectures and working independently and in groups. Exercises in contact classes and also individual and group assignments. The course utilizes flipped learning, where theory is studied independently and knowledge is applied and practiced in lessons.

You need the book Ammattilaisen kipukirja / Professional pain book. (Luomajoki 2020) for active use. The book is also available as an e-book at LAB-Primo.

The course begins with an advance assignment in Oppiportti and Moodle in week 32.

Timing and attendance

In practical classes 100% attendance is needeed. The course is closely related to the Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy and Therapeutic Training (7 ECTS) course.

EXAM in week 42-45.

The practical demonstration test of electrotherapy is carried out in week 47 in Lappeenranta and in week 48 in Lahti.

Learning material and recommended literature

1. Luomajoki, H. 2020. Professional pain book. VK-Kustannus Oy. Also available as an e-book. in LAB-Primo

2. Tarnanen, S. & Holopainen, R. 2022. Exercise and musculoskeletal health. VK-Kustannus Oy. Also available as an e-book at LAB-Primo

3. Pain management online course of the Oppiportti database via LAB Primo

4. Study material in Moodle, current research articles

5. Kauranen, K. 2017 or 2021. Physiotherapist's handbook. 2017 edition: part 7, 2021 edition part 9: Physical treatments in the treatment of pain, Sanoma Pro

6. Pain Effective Treatment recommendation 2017 (online source)

7. Pain Management platform Terveyskylä (online source)


Additional literature:

1. Kalso, E. et al. 2018. Pain. Duodecim. Oppiportti database via LAB Primo

Alternative completion methods

AHOT-application and compensatory studies: information Anu Kaksonen

Exam retakes

The student passes the pain medication task in Moodle independently, supported by the assigned material.

The theory part is tested in EXAM, where the performance is also repeated according to the degree rules. If needeed the practical demonstration test of electrotherapy is agreed together with the student.

Learning environment

Network, therapy class, gym.

Student time use and work load

The student's total workload is 5 ECTS x 27 h = 135 h. (contact teaching online or on campus 50h and independent work 85h)

The course includes an advance assignment, lectures and teaching discussions in Zoom, online lectures, mandatory practice sessions and assignments, a painmediaction task in Moodle, the practical demonstration test of electrotherapy and an individual theory exam in EXAM (115 min, with a certificate entitling to additional time 175 min)

Contents

Pain phenomena, pain classification and mechanisms, pain system
Pain experience and biopsychosociality
Pain assessment methods
Consideration of pain experience and tissue damage in physiotherapy
Pain and therapeutic exercise
Neurodynamics in pain management
Utilization of drug-free pain management methods
Basics and safety factors of electrotherapy (TNS, IF).
Basics of medical treatment of pain

Additional information for students: previous knowledge etc.

Anatomy of the musculoskeletal system 5 ECTS, Assessment and manual therapy of soft tissues 5 ECTS

Assessment scale

1-5

Failed (0)

The student does not reach competence level 1 or does not participate in the exercises on the campuses.

Assessment criteria: level 1 (assessment scale 1–5)

- The student recognises of the basics of the pain phenomenon.
- Under guidance, the student can classify pain and understand the pain system, but using them in the implementation of therapy requires guidance.
- The student understands the basics of biopsychosociality in the encounter and therapy of a person experiencing pain and knows how to use assessment methods that describe different areas.
- The student knows how to use the drug-free pain management methods of the course in a guided way, taking safety into account.
- The student recognises the basics of medical treatment of pain.

Assessment criteria: level 3 (assessment scale 1–5)

- The student recognises of the basic aspects of the pain phenomenon and their connections to the ability to function.
- The student knows how to use pain classification and the pain system in the planning and implementation of therapy with the help of clinical reasoning.
- The student understands biopsychosociality in the encounter and therapy of a person experiencing pain and knows how to use evaluation methods that describe different areas.
- The student knows how to use the study course's drug-free pain management methods sparingly, taking safety into account.
- The student knows the basics of medical treatment of pain.

Assessment criteria: level 5 (assessment scale 1–5)

- The student's activity shows a holistic recognition of the pain phenomenon and its connection to functional ability.
- The student knows how to make extensive use of pain classification and the pain system in the planning and implementation of therapy with the help of clinical reasoning.
- The student has a comprehensive understanding of biopsychosociality in the encounter and therapy of a person experiencing pain and knows how to make good use of assessment methods that describe different areas.
- The student knows how to use the drug-free pain management methods of the study course in a high-quality way, taking into account safety and individuality.
- The student knows the basics of medical treatment of pain.

Learning outcomes

The student is able to
- classify pain and explain the phenomenon of pain and the system of pain
- assess pain while considering the physiological and psychosocial dimension and the healing process of the tissue in their clinical decision-making
- utilize drug-free pain relief methods and know the principles of pharmacotherapy for pain
- use electrotherapy treatments appropriately and safely as well as assess the effectiveness of the treatment

Assessment scale

1-5

Learning outcomes

The student is able to
- explain the energy metabolism of the body and the muscle and its regulation during exercise and rest
- measure and train different areas of physical performance
- carry out exercise physiological measurements and apply their results in creating training programs

Implementation and methods of teaching

Lectures and labworks
Independent tasks

Timing and attendance

12.8. - 5.12.2024
Obligation to attend practical exercises

Learning material and recommended literature

Course book (in finnish): Kauranen: Kuormitusfysiologia
Notes of courses.

Other literature in english:
McArdle ym: Exercise physiology, nutrition and human performance.
Other literature in finnish:
Vuori ym: Liikuntalääketiede.
Mero ym: Urheiluvalmennus.
Keskinen, Häkkinen & Kallinen: Kuntotestauksen käsikirja
Keskinen, Häkkinen & Kallinen: Fyysisen kunnon mittaaminen

Alternative completion methods

None

Working life cooperation

None

Exam retakes

Computer exam in campus during week 49.
Two retakes.

Learning environment

Classrooms, laboratory of exercise physiology (Lappeenranta)
LAB moodle

Student time use and work load

5 credits = 135 h student work:
Zoom lectures 8 h
Demos 20h
Exam 2h
Video lectures (independent): 36h
Independent study work: 69h

Contents

Lectures:
Energy transfer during exercise, cardiovascular system during exercise, exercise performance and environmental stress, exercise in weight control, overtraining, harms of physical exercise, optimal training during lifespan and measurement of physical performance

Demos:
Respiratory and circulatory system responses to load, UKK 6 min walk test, UKK 2 km walk test, performance tests, balance and coordination tests, indirect and direct VO2max with PP-ERGO, polar resting state test.

Additional information for students: previous knowledge etc.

It is recommended to take the Anatomy and Physiology of Organ Systems course at the same time or before participating in the course.

Assessment criteria

Participation in demos. Examination of lectures and labworks.
Grade of the course consists of exam (0-5).

Assessment scale

1-5

Failed (0)

Student can not achieve learning level 1

Assessment criteria: level 1 (assessment scale 1–5)

Student can explain the energy transfer during exercise in a general level. Student can explain the essential parts of the physical performance and training methods in a general level. Student can choose some endurance measurement methods and devices for different physiotherapy cases and she/he can argue the choices somehow. Student can perform the most common endurance measurements and she/he can explain the results of the measurements in a general level and apply the results in the planning of the physiotherapy somehow.

The exercises required in the course have been completed with approval.

Assessment criteria: level 3 (assessment scale 1–5)

Student can explain the energy transfer during exercise comprehensively. Student can explain the essential parts of the physical performance and training methods logically. Student can choose endurance measurement methods and devices for different physiotherapy cases independently and she/he can argue the choices logically. Student can perform the most common endurance measurements independently and she/he can explain the results of the measurements in a general level and she/he can apply some parts of the results in the planning of the physiotherapy.

The exercises required in the course have been completed with approval.

Assessment criteria: level 5 (assessment scale 1–5)

Student can explain the energy transfer during exercise logically, detailed and comprehensively. Student can explain the physical performance and training methods logically and detailed. Student can choose the most optimal endurance measurement methods and devices for different physiotherapy cases independently and she/he can argue the choices logically. Student can perform the most common endurance measurements independently and she/he can explain the results of the measurements detailed and apply the results in the planning of the physiotherapy logically.

The exercises required in the course have been completed with approval.

Learning outcomes

The student is able to
- describe and assess a child's sensorimotor development and recognize the deviance and delay in sensorimotor development
- describe the characteristics of a child as a rehabilitant and the importance of the inner circle and the multi-professional cooperation in the child's rehabilitation
- assess, plan and implement individual and goal-oriented physiotherapy for a child and an adolescent
- describe the physiotherapy path of a child or an adolescent and the aid services, and select aids that support the child's physical ability

Assessment scale

1-5

Learning outcomes

The student is able to
- describe and assess a child's sensorimotor development and recognize the deviance and delay in sensorimotor development
- describe the characteristics of a child as a rehabilitant and the importance of the inner circle and the multi-professional cooperation in the child's rehabilitation
- assess, plan and implement individual and goal-oriented physiotherapy for a child and an adolescent
- describe the physiotherapy path of a child or an adolescent and the aid services, and select aids that support the child's physical ability

Assessment scale

1-5

Learning outcomes

The student is able to
- plan and guide goal-oriented physical activity and exercise for an individual and group
- apply the basics of physical exercise and the principles of motoric learning in the guidance of goal-oriented exercise
- utilize various environments, methods, forms of exercise, equipment and music in guidance situations
- assess the moving technique and the physical load of the body while guiding
- use the principles of well-being coaching and innovative, technology- and customer-oriented solutions in the guidance of an individual and group

Assessment scale

1-5

Learning outcomes

The student is able to
- identify the limb joint dysfunctions and related concepts
- manually examine the limb joint and assess the need of therapy
- choose a mobilization or stabilization technique
- appropriately and safely justify and implement mobilization and stabilization, as well as evaluate the impact of one's own choices

Assessment scale

1-5

Learning outcomes

The student is able to
- describe the epidemiology, symptoms, etiology, treatment and rehabilitation of the most common neurological diseases
- examine and explain the impact of neurological symptoms to an adult's physical ability
- plan, implement and evaluate evidence-based physiotherapy for adults with central nervous system disorder
- use the obtained results in clinical decision-making and in the planning of customer-oriented, task-centered physiotherapy and the guidance of the client

Implementation and methods of teaching

Etä - ja lähiopetusta.
Harjoitustunteja, asiantuntijaluennot.
Simulaatiotyöskentely tai työelämässä tapahtuva oppiminen.
Kaksi teoriatenttiä.

Timing and attendance

Opiskelu on aikaan sidottua lukujärjestyksen mukaisesti viikoilla 40-51.
Opintojakson suorittaminen edellyttää läsnäoloa zoom- ja harjoitustunneilla. Tenttien hyväksyttyä suoritusta.

Learning material and recommended literature

Kauranen, K. Fysioterapeutin käsikirja. Neurologian osuus.
Oppiportin materiaalien käyttö ohjeistetaan Moodlessa.
Moodlessa saatavilla oleva materiaali.

Working life cooperation

Simulaatiotyöskentely tai työelämässä tapahtuva oppiminen.

Exam retakes

Toteutuksen opetusajankohdat ovat nähtävissä toteutuksen lukujärjestyksestä. Tenttien ajankohdat ilmoitetaan Moodlessa. Uusintapäivä sovitaan opettajan kanssa.

Learning environment

Lukujärjestyksen mukaisesti verkko-opetusta ja lähitunteja kampuksella sekä työelämässä.

Student time use and work load

Opintojakso kuormitus jakautuu 11 viikon ajalle. Oppimistehtävät on ajoitettu niin että alussa on itsenäistä lukua ja neurologian tentti. Tämän jälkeen on sekä lähitunteja että etäopetusta.

Additional information for students: previous knowledge etc.

Elinjärjestelmien anatomia ja fysiologia -opintojakso.

Assessment scale

1-5

Failed (0)

Teoriatentistä alle 50%

Opiskelija ei ole saavuttanut opintojakson oppimistavoitteita.

Assessment criteria: level 1 (assessment scale 1–5)

Opiskelija tunnistaa yhteydet yleisimpien neurologisten sairauksien epidemiologian, oireet, etiologian, hoidon ja kuntoutuksessa.
Opiskelija tunnistaa neurologisten oireiden vaikutuksia aikuisen toimintakykyyn
Opiskelija tunnistaa suunnitelun, toteutuksen ja arvioinnin perusteita.
Opiskelija tiedostaa saamiaan tuloksien käyttämisen tarpeellisuuden päätöksenteossa sekä asiakaslähtöisen, tehtäväkeskeisen fysioterapian suunnittelussa ja asiakkaan ohjauksessa.

Teoriatentistä vähintään 50%

Assessment criteria: level 3 (assessment scale 1–5)

Opiskelija osaa kuvata yleisimpien neurologisten sairauksien epidemiologian, oireet, etiologian, hoidon ja kuntoutuksen pääpiirteet sekä tunnistaa niiden yhteyden.
Opiskelija tunnistaa tarkoituksenmukaisia arviointikeinoja ja selittää neurologisten oireiden vaikutusta aikuisen toimintakykyyn.
Opiskelija osaa suunnitella ja toteuttaa näyttöön perustuvaa fysioterapiaa aikuisille henkilöille, joilla on keskushermostohäiriö.
Opiskelija käyttää saamiaan tuloksia kliinisessä päätöksenteossa sekä asiakaslähtöisen, tehtäväkeskeisen fysioterapian suunnittelussa ja asiakkaan ohjauksessa.

Teoriatentistä vähintään 70%

Assessment criteria: level 5 (assessment scale 1–5)

Opiskelija osaa kuvata yleisimpien neurologisten sairauksien epidemiologian, oireet, etiologian, hoidon ja kuntoutuksen pääpiirteet sekä ymmärtää niiden yhteyden.
Opiskelija osaa valita tarkoituksenmukaiset tutkimisen menetelmät ja ymmärtää neurologisten oireiden vaikutusta aikuisen toimintakykyyn.
Opiskelija osaa valita tarkoituksenmukaiset fysioterapiamenetelmät, ohjata ja arvioida näyttöön perustuvaa fysioterapiaa aikuisille henkilöille, joilla on keskushermostohäiriö.
-Opiskelija soveltaa saamiaan tuloksia kliinisessä päätöksenteossa sekä asiakaslähtöisen, tehtäväkeskeisen fysioterapian suunnittelussa.

Teoriatentistä vähintään 90%

Learning outcomes

The student is able to
- describe the epidemiology, symptoms, etiology, treatment and rehabilitation of the most common neurological diseases
- examine and explain the impact of neurological symptoms to an adult's physical ability
- plan, implement and evaluate evidence-based physiotherapy for adults with central nervous system disorder
- use the obtained results in clinical decision-making and in the planning of customer-oriented, task-centered physiotherapy and the guidance of the client

Implementation and methods of teaching

Etä - ja lähiopetusta.
Harjoitustunteja, asiantuntijaluennot.
Työelämässä tapahtuva oppiminen.
Kaksi teoriatenttiä.

Timing and attendance

Opiskelu on aikaan sidottua lukujärjestyksen mukaisesti viikoilla 11-21.
Opintojakson suorittaminen edellyttää tenttien hyväksyttyä suoritusta.Tenttien sisältö pohjautuu annettuihin lähteisiin ja zoom- ja harjoitustunnit tukevat asioiden sisäistämistä.

Learning material and recommended literature

Kauranen, K. Fysioterapeutin käsikirja. Neurologian osuus.
Moodlessa saatavilla oleva materiaali.

Working life cooperation

Työelämässä tapahtuva oppiminen.

Exam retakes

Toteutuksen opetusajankohdat ovat nähtävissä toteutuksen lukujärjestyksestä. Tenttien ajankohdat ilmoitetaan Moodlessa.

Learning environment

Lukujärjestyksen mukaisesti verkko-opetusta ja lähitunteja kampuksella sekä työelämässä.

Student time use and work load

Opintojakso kuormitus jakautuu 11 viikon ajalle. Oppimistehtävät on ajoitettu niin että alussa on itsenäistä lukua ja neurologian tentti. Tämän jälkeen on sekä lähitunteja että etäopetusta.

Additional information for students: previous knowledge etc.

Elinjärjestelmien anatomia ja fysiologia -opintojakso.

Assessment scale

1-5

Failed (0)

Teoriatentistä alle 50%

Opiskelija ei ole saavuttanut opintojakson oppimistavoitteita.

Assessment criteria: level 1 (assessment scale 1–5)

Opiskelija tunnistaa yhteydet yleisimpien neurologisten sairauksien epidemiologian, oireet, etiologian, hoidon ja kuntoutuksessa.
Opiskelija tunnistaa neurologisten oireiden vaikutuksia aikuisen toimintakykyyn
Opiskelija tunnistaa suunnitelun, toteutuksen ja arvioinnin perusteita.
Opiskelija tiedostaa saamiaan tuloksien käyttämisen tarpeellisuuden päätöksenteossa sekä asiakaslähtöisen, tehtäväkeskeisen fysioterapian suunnittelussa ja asiakkaan ohjauksessa.

Teoriatentistä vähintään 50%

Assessment criteria: level 3 (assessment scale 1–5)

Opiskelija osaa kuvata yleisimpien neurologisten sairauksien epidemiologian, oireet, etiologian, hoidon ja kuntoutuksen pääpiirteet sekä tunnistaa niiden yhteyden.
Opiskelija tunnistaa tarkoituksenmukaisia arviointikeinoja ja selittää neurologisten oireiden vaikutusta aikuisen toimintakykyyn.
Opiskelija osaa suunnitella ja toteuttaa näyttöön perustuvaa fysioterapiaa aikuisille henkilöille, joilla on keskushermostohäiriö.
Opiskelija käyttää saamiaan tuloksia kliinisessä päätöksenteossa sekä asiakaslähtöisen, tehtäväkeskeisen fysioterapian suunnittelussa ja asiakkaan ohjauksessa.

Teoriatentistä vähintään 70%

Assessment criteria: level 5 (assessment scale 1–5)

Opiskelija osaa kuvata yleisimpien neurologisten sairauksien epidemiologian, oireet, etiologian, hoidon ja kuntoutuksen pääpiirteet sekä ymmärtää niiden yhteyden.
Opiskelija osaa valita tarkoituksenmukaiset tutkimisen menetelmät ja ymmärtää neurologisten oireiden vaikutusta aikuisen toimintakykyyn.
Opiskelija osaa valita tarkoituksenmukaiset fysioterapiamenetelmät, ohjata ja arvioida näyttöön perustuvaa fysioterapiaa aikuisille henkilöille, joilla on keskushermostohäiriö.
-Opiskelija soveltaa saamiaan tuloksia kliinisessä päätöksenteossa sekä asiakaslähtöisen, tehtäväkeskeisen fysioterapian suunnittelussa.

Teoriatentistä vähintään 90%

Learning outcomes

The student is able to
- describe the most common psychiatric diseases, disorders and their medical treatment methods
- resourcefully examine and assess the physical ability of a psychophysical physiotherapy client
- select resource-centered, evidence-based physiotherapy methods and apply them in supporting the client's physical ability
- select the guiding methods of psychophysical physiotherapy and guide the client by applying these methods
- through own experiences of body-awareness develop his/her self-knowledge and ability in meeting an individual and group

Implementation and methods of teaching

Learning environments in Moodle and in zoom plus worklife environments.

Timing and attendance

Learning will contain both contact learning and distance learning.

Learning material and recommended literature

The material linked in Moodle.

Working life cooperation

The group exercise in the work-related learning environment.

Exam retakes

Exams in the Moodle and Exam.

Learning environment

Campus, Zoom, Moodle, and work-life partners learning environments.

Student time use and work load

5 ECTS is about 135 hours of student work

Contents

Psychiatrical diseases.

Psychophysics physiotherapy.

Assessment criteria

Individual learning tasks, group tasks, and individual exams must be passed.

Assessment scale

1-5

Failed (0)

The student does not complete the learning goals, does not participate in the lessons nor passes the exams or learning tasks.

Assessment criteria: level 1 (assessment scale 1–5)

Learning goals are reached but the understanding is still at a low level.

Assessment criteria: level 3 (assessment scale 1–5)

Learning goals are reached. Understanding, skills, and attitude are at a moderate level.

Assessment criteria: level 5 (assessment scale 1–5)

Learning goals are reached. Understanding, skills, and attitude are at an appreciated level

Learning outcomes

The student is able to
- describe the most common psychiatric diseases, disorders and their medical treatment methods
- resourcefully examine and assess the physical ability of a psychophysical physiotherapy client
- select resource-centered, evidence-based physiotherapy methods and apply them in supporting the client's physical ability
- select the guiding methods of psychophysical physiotherapy and guide the client by applying these methods
- through own experiences of body-awareness develop his/her self-knowledge and ability in meeting an individual and group

Implementation and methods of teaching

Learning environments in Moodle and in zoom plus worklife environments.

Timing and attendance

Learning will contain both contact learning and distance learning.

Learning material and recommended literature

The material linked in Moodle.

Working life cooperation

The group exercise in the work-related learning environment.

Exam retakes

Exams in the Moodle and Exam.

Learning environment

Campus, Zoom, Moodle, and work-life partners learning environments.

Student time use and work load

5 ECTS is about 135 hours of student work

Contents

Psychiatrical diseases.

Psychophysics physiotherapy.

Assessment criteria

Individual learning tasks, group tasks, and individual exams must be passed.

Assessment scale

1-5

Failed (0)

The student does not complete the learning goals, does not participate in the lessons nor passes the exams or learning tasks.

Assessment criteria: level 1 (assessment scale 1–5)

Learning goals are reached but the understanding is still at a low level.

Assessment criteria: level 3 (assessment scale 1–5)

Learning goals are reached. Understanding, skills, and attitude are at a moderate level.

Assessment criteria: level 5 (assessment scale 1–5)

Learning goals are reached. Understanding, skills, and attitude are at an appreciated level

Learning outcomes

The studentknows how to usetherapy skills and how toinstruct the client in orderto supportthem in their self-care and ability to function. The student is able to utilize the existingknowledge when planning and implementing the content of the therapy.The student deepens their knowledge in therapy skills.

Implementation and methods of teaching

The student applies therapy skills and teaching and counselling in supporting client's functional capacity and self-managed rehabilitation. The student uses research and evidence based methods in planning and implementing physiotherapy. The student deepens his/her competences in therapy skills.

Reflective diary. Cases. Simulations.

Timing and attendance

Active participation in the coaching sessions in class and on-line. Active participation in team work with other students. The content is clarified in the beginning of the course.

Learning material and recommended literature

Suitable scientific material and articles about physiotherapy. Material in Moodle platform.

Learning environment

Online. Coaching sessions in Lahti and Lappeenranta.

Student time use and work load

5 credits = 135 hours students work

Contents

Students choose the themes they work on and teacher offers coaching for student teams.

Assessment scale

1-5

Failed (0)

The student has not participated in coaching or groupwork. Task have not been done.

Assessment criteria: level 5 (assessment scale 1–5)

The student is able to present the scientific base for his/her physiotherapy plan. The student is participating actively and shows excellent skills in the tasks.

Learning outcomes

The studentknows how to usetherapy skills and how toinstruct the client in orderto supportthem in their self-care and ability to function. The student is able to utilize the existingknowledge when planning and implementing the content of the therapy.The student deepens their knowledge in therapy skills.

Implementation and methods of teaching

The student applies therapy skills and teaching and counselling in supporting client's functional capacity and self-managed rehabilitation. The student uses research and evidence based methods in planning and implementing physiotherapy. The student deepens his/her competences in therapy skills.

Reflective diary. Cases. Simulations.

Timing and attendance

Active participation in the coaching sessions in class and on-line. Active participation in team work with other students. The content is clarified in the beginning of the course.

Learning material and recommended literature

Suitable scientific material and articles about physiotherapy. Material in Moodle platform.

Alternative completion methods

The course can be replaced by a course that deepens or expands the skills of a physiotherapist with a course completed at another university or by studying according to a plan made with an individual tutor.

Learning environment

Online. Coaching sessions in Lahti and Lappeenranta.

Student time use and work load

5 credits = 135 hours students work

Contents

Students choose the themes they work on and teacher offers coaching for student teams.

Assessment scale

1-5

Failed (0)

The student has not participated in coaching or groupwork. Task have not been done.

Assessment criteria: level 5 (assessment scale 1–5)

The student is able to present the scientific base for his/her physiotherapy plan. The student is participating actively and shows excellent skills in the tasks.

Learning outcomes

The student is able to
- understand, based on evidence, sleep's, nutrition's, mental health's and exercise's meaning to health, as well as support and promote the client's functional ability related to these factors
- understand the importance of preventing the risk factors of life style diseases and chronic diseases in promoting health
- plan, implement and evaluate exercise and activity situations as well as compose exercise programs for various customer groups
- understand the social significance of health enhancing physical activity and adapted sports as well as master the use of various tools for promoting health enhancing physical activity and adapted sports

Implementation and methods of teaching

Contact teaching online and on campus. Flipped and functional learning, online working, learning assignments, exercises, teaching and guidance practice, individual and group assignments, study visits

The course is implemented together with the Lahti and Lappeenranta campuses. Practice hours are campus-specific. On both campuses, part of the course can be implemented in working life cooperation.

Timing and attendance

Online and campus the student presence required.

Absence from campus (illness): Describe how the skills were acquired.
You can participate in working life cooperation after mastering the skills of the training sessions of the course.

Learning material and recommended literature

Used when preparing for teaching and in tasks:

1. Pietilä, A-M. 2010. Health promotion - From theory to action.

2. Physical activity recommendations.2019. UKK institute. (online source)

3. Good treatment recommendations: Exercise and physical activity 2016 and Insomnia 2018 (online source)

4. National recommendations for exercise counseling - implementation, cooperation and evaluation 2021. Exercise and public health publications 389. Also available online.

5. Nordic nutritional recommendations 2023 / Health from food - Finnish nutritional recommendations 2014. (online source)

6. Exercise as medicine. Oppiportti database, online courses

7. Turku, R. 2007. Supporting change. Coaching lifestyle guidance. 2007.

8. Kangasniemi, A. & Kauravaara, K. 2016. Towards change - A value- and acceptance-based approach in promoting exercise and health. Sports and wellness Academy Oy

Working life cooperation

Cooperation with local operators in Lahti and Lappeenranta

Exam retakes

There is no exam in the course. Competence is verified through assignments.

Learning environment

Network, exercise class, gym, swimming pool, outdoor exercise facilities, partners' exercise facilities, own exercise environments

Student time use and work load

5 credits, i.e. 5x 27h = 135h. 37h contact teaching in Zoom or on campus.

Contents

- Social situation of lifestyle and folk diseases and prevention of risk factors
- Value- and acceptance-based customer guidance and change stage model
- Definitions and social importance of health exercise and applied exercise
- Exercise counseling and exercise service chain
- Consideration of sleep, nutrition, brain health, recovery and exercise in promoting health
- Health promotion tools and the possibilities of technology
- Accessibility an Applied exercise
- Planning, implementation and evaluation of exercise and activity situations and exercise programs for different customer groups

Assessment scale

1-5

Failed (0)

The student does not reach the level one on criterias.

Assessment criteria: level 1 (assessment scale 1–5)

The student uses book information to use exercise, play and activities to preserve and promote health and functional ability. He recognizes the importance of new and previous knowledge (e.g. load physiology and exercise promotion) in order to promote the performance of an individual or a group. The student tries to find out the client's opportunities and challenges on an individual level (exercise, nutrition, recovery, participation) in the planning of guidance. The student is able to realistically evaluate the weaknesses and strengths of the planned activity. The student becomes aware of the importance of health exercise and applied exercise on an individual level. The student can name different tools for promoting healthy exercise. The student knows how to name health and applied exercise practitioners

Assessment criteria: level 3 (assessment scale 1–5)

The student uses book and research information to justify the use of exercise, play and activity in preserving and promoting health and functional ability as a representative of his or her professional field. He knows how to use previous knowledge (e.g. load physiology and promotion of physical activity) and new knowledge, taking into account the needs of his own customer group, in order to promote the performance of an individual or group in a targeted manner. The student investigates and considers the client's opportunities and challenges on an individual level (exercise, nutrition, recovery, participation) and uses the information to implement guidance. The student is able to realistically evaluate the weaknesses and strengths of the planned activity and can present some development perspectives. The student becomes aware of the social importance of health exercise and applied exercise. The student knows how to name / use different tools for promoting healthy physical activity. The student knows how to name health and applied exercise operators.

Assessment criteria: level 5 (assessment scale 1–5)

The student actively utilizes research data to justify the use of exercise, play and activity in preserving and promoting health and functional capacity as a representative of their professional field. He knows how to apply previous knowledge (e.g. load physiology and promotion of physical activity) and new knowledge to meet the needs of his own customer group in order to promote the performance of an individual or group in a targeted manner. The student investigates and considers the client's opportunities and challenges in a wide area (exercise, nutrition, recovery, participation) on an individual and environmental level and uses the information to implement guidance individually. The student is able to realistically evaluate the weaknesses and strengths of the planned activity and can present effective development perspectives. The student has a comprehensive understanding of the social importance of health exercise and applied exercise. The student knows how to name / use different tools for promoting healthy physical activity. The student knows how to name health and applied exercise practitioners regionally and nationally.

Learning outcomes

The student is able to
- understand, based on evidence, sleep's, nutrition's, mental health's and exercise's meaning to health, as well as support and promote the client's functional ability related to these factors
- understand the importance of preventing the risk factors of life style diseases and chronic diseases in promoting health
- plan, implement and evaluate exercise and activity situations as well as compose exercise programs for various customer groups
- understand the social significance of health enhancing physical activity and adapted sports as well as master the use of various tools for promoting health enhancing physical activity and adapted sports

Implementation and methods of teaching

Contact teaching online and on campus. Flipped and functional learning, online working, learning assignments, exercises, teaching and guidance practice, individual and group assignments, study visits

The course is implemented together with the Lahti and Lappeenranta campuses. Practice hours are campus-specific. On both campuses, part of the course is implemented in working life cooperation.

Timing and attendance

The study period is scheduled for weeks 10-20. Online and campus the student presence required.

Absence from campus (illness): Describe how the skills were acquired.
You can participate in working life cooperation after mastering the skills of the training sessions of the course.

Learning material and recommended literature

Used when preparing for teaching and in tasks:

1. Pietilä, A-M. 2010. Health promotion - From theory to action.

2. Physical activity recommendations.2019. UKK institute. (online source)

3. Good treatment recommendations: Exercise and physical activity 2016 and Insomnia 2018 (online source)

4. National recommendations for exercise counseling - implementation, cooperation and evaluation 2021. Exercise and public health publications 389. Also available online.

5. Nordic nutritional recommendations 2023 / Health from food - Finnish nutritional recommendations 2014. (online source)

6. Exercise as medicine. Oppiportti database, online courses

7. Turku, R. 2007. Supporting change. Coaching lifestyle guidance. 2007.

8. Kangasniemi, A. & Kauravaara, K. 2016. Towards change - A value- and acceptance-based approach in promoting exercise and health. Sports and wellness Academy Oy

Working life cooperation

Cooperation with local operators in Lahti and Lappeenranta.

Exam retakes

There is no exam in the course. Competence is verified through assignments.

Learning environment

Network, exercise class, gym, swimming pool, outdoor exercise facilities, partners' exercise facilities, own exercise environments

Student time use and work load

5 credits, i.e. 5x 27h = 135h. 58h contact teaching in Zoom or on campus.

Contents

- Social situation of lifestyle and folk diseases and prevention of risk factors
- Value- and acceptance-based customer guidance and change stage model
- Definitions and social importance of health exercise and applied exercise
- Exercise counseling and exercise service chain
- Consideration of sleep, nutrition, brain health, recovery and exercise in promoting health
- Health promotion tools and the possibilities of technology
- Accessibility an Applied exercise
- Planning, implementation and evaluation of exercise and activity situations and exercise programs for different customer groups

Assessment scale

1-5

Failed (0)

The student does not reach the level one on criterias.

Assessment criteria: level 1 (assessment scale 1–5)

The student uses book information to use exercise, play and activities to preserve and promote health and functional ability. He recognizes the importance of new and previous knowledge (e.g. load physiology and exercise promotion) in order to promote the performance of an individual or a group. The student tries to find out the client's opportunities and challenges on an individual level (exercise, nutrition, recovery, participation) in the planning of guidance. The student is able to realistically evaluate the weaknesses and strengths of the planned activity. The student becomes aware of the importance of health exercise and applied exercise on an individual level. The student can name different tools for promoting healthy exercise. The student knows how to name health and applied exercise practitioners

Assessment criteria: level 3 (assessment scale 1–5)

The student uses book and research information to justify the use of exercise, play and activity in preserving and promoting health and functional ability as a representative of his or her professional field. He knows how to use previous knowledge (e.g. load physiology and promotion of physical activity) and new knowledge, taking into account the needs of his own customer group, in order to promote the performance of an individual or group in a targeted manner. The student investigates and considers the client's opportunities and challenges on an individual level (exercise, nutrition, recovery, participation) and uses the information to implement guidance. The student is able to realistically evaluate the weaknesses and strengths of the planned activity and can present some development perspectives. The student becomes aware of the social importance of health exercise and applied exercise. The student knows how to name / use different tools for promoting healthy physical activity. The student knows how to name health and applied exercise operators.

Assessment criteria: level 5 (assessment scale 1–5)

The student actively utilizes research data to justify the use of exercise, play and activity in preserving and promoting health and functional capacity as a representative of their professional field. He knows how to apply previous knowledge (e.g. load physiology and promotion of physical activity) and new knowledge to meet the needs of his own customer group in order to promote the performance of an individual or group in a targeted manner. The student investigates and considers the client's opportunities and challenges in a wide area (exercise, nutrition, recovery, participation) on an individual and environmental level and uses the information to implement guidance individually. The student is able to realistically evaluate the weaknesses and strengths of the planned activity and can present effective development perspectives. The student has a comprehensive understanding of the social importance of health exercise and applied exercise. The student knows how to name / use different tools for promoting healthy physical activity. The student knows how to name health and applied exercise practitioners regionally and nationally.

Learning outcomes

The student is able to
- explain the meaning of respiratory and circulatory system, musculoskeletal system and nervous regulation in human's activity and functional ability
- classify and use indicators that are used in the reliable assessment of different operating systems
- reliably perceive posture, movement, locomotion and movement control
- select and utilize the most reliable and adequate indicators and methods of physiotherapy research while assessing each different operating system and the whole functional ability
- use the obtained results in clinical decision-making, in the exercise planning and in the guidance of the client

Implementation and methods of teaching

Itsenäinen oppiminen tapahtuu käänteisen oppimisen menetelmin oppimistehtävinä verkossa ja tiimitapaamisin.
Verkkotyöpajoissa opiskellaan reaaliaikaisesti ja opettajajohtoisesti yhdessä tai pienryhmissä
Kampuspäivinä opiskellaan Lahden ja Lappeenrannan kampuksilla ilmiöperustaisen oppimisen keinoin

Timing and attendance

Opetus etenee aikataulutetusti lukujärjestyksen mukaisesti elo-joulukuun aikana.

Poissaolojen korvaamisesta sovitaan harjoitustunnin vastuuopettajan kanssa mahdollisuuksien mukaan etukäteen niin, että opiskelija esittää opettajalle suunnitelmansa poissaolon korvaamiseksi ja hyväksyttää sen opettajalla.

Learning material and recommended literature

1. Ammattilaisen opas.2013. Fysioterapian rakenteinen kirjaaminen fysioterapiassa. Suomen Fysioterapeutit
2. ICF. 2004. Toimintakyvyn, toimintarajoitteiden ja terveyden kansainvälinen luokitus. STAKES
3. Jokinen, T., Virkkunen, H.,(toim.) 2018. Potilastiedon rakenteisen kirjaamisen opas. THL
4. Keskinen, K., Häkkinen, K., Kallinen, M. 2018. Kuntotestauksen Käsikirja. Liikuntatieteellinen Seura
5. Magee, J. 2014 (tai uudempi painos). Orthopedic Physical Assesment. Saunders-Elsevier
6. Savolainen T.& Partia R. 2018. Fysioterapianimikkeistö. Kuntaliitto
7. Suni, J., Taulaniemi, A.(toim.).2012. Terveyskunnon testaus. SanomaPro
8. THL-toimintakykysivut
9. Toimia tietokanta

EI TARVITSE HANKKIA OMAKSI

Luentomateriaali, ajankohtaisia tutkimusartikkeleita

Learning environment

Lappeenrannan kampus:
harjoitusluokat, liikuntasali, kuormitusfysiologian ja biomekaniikan laboratoriot.
Urheilukenttä
Vapaavalintainen (asiakaslähtöinen) ympäristö.

Lahden Kampus:
Harjoitusluokat, ryhmäliikuntatila, kuntosali

Verkkoympäristö: LAB:n moodle-alusta.

Student time use and work load

Verkkotyöpajat
Harjoitustunnit
Asiakastilanteeseen liittyvät kontaktitunnit
Itsenäinen opiskelu

YHTEENSÄ: n.135h

Tarkempi tuntisuunnitelma jaetaan opintojakson alussa.

Contents

Toimintakyvyn mittaukset ja Perusliikkumisen arviointi.
ADL-toimintojen ja kävelyn analysointi
Toimintakyvyn ICF / TOIMIA-tietokanta
Neurodynamiikka käsitteenä, tunnon,refleksien ja merkkilihasten testaaminen, SLUMP, SLR, PKB, sekä yläraajan päähermojen manuaaliset testit.
Kirjaaminen fysioterapiassa
Asiakastapaukset parityöskentelynä: Fysioterapiasuunnitelma yhteenveto tutkimistuloksista, tavoitteet, toteutus ja arviointisuunnitelma, kliininen päättely ja dokumentointi, harjoitusohjelman laatiminen ja ohjaaminen asiakkaalle.

Additional information for students: previous knowledge etc.

Suositellaan ennen opintojaksoa suoritettavaksi seuraavia opintojaksoja: Biomekaniikka, kuormitusfysiologia, Liikkumisen edistäminen ja ohjaustaidot fysioterapiassa, Elinjärjestelmien anatomia ja fysiologia.

Assessment scale

1-5

Learning outcomes

The student is able to
- explain the meaning of respiratory and circulatory system, musculoskeletal system and nervous regulation in human's activity and functional ability
- classify and use indicators that are used in the reliable assessment of different operating systems
- reliably perceive posture, movement, locomotion and movement control
- select and utilize the most reliable and adequate indicators and methods of physiotherapy research while assessing each different operating system and the whole functional ability
- use the obtained results in clinical decision-making, in the exercise planning and in the guidance of the client

Assessment scale

1-5

Learning outcomes

The student is able to
- identify and name components of the skeletal system, joints and muscular system in Latin and in Finnish
- explain the meaning of the components in producing movement
- use palpation to locate the main anatomical landmarks, structures of the joints and muscles
- use the macroanatomy-related terminology of the directions and areas of human body

Assessment scale

1-5

Learning outcomes

The student is able to
- explain the meaning and mechanism of the musculoskeletal diseases and disorders in the origin of the symptoms and diseases
- examine and draw conclusions on the impacts that the musculoskeletal diseases and disorders have on the functional ability
- select evidence-based physiotherapy methods in supporting the well-being of the client's musculoskeletal system
- compile and guide individual exercises and self-care to support the client's functional ability

Implementation and methods of teaching

Exercises on campus, online work independently and in groups, individual and group assignments.

Th campus exercises include and emphasizes the study of the musculoskeletal system, manual therapy and therapeutic training. The course requires active independent study and preparation for practice classes with the support of the course literature (Kauranen, Tarnanen Holopainen and Good treatment recommendations) and Moodle materials.

Teachers: Lappeenranta Marko Franicevic (ahot) ja Sanna Spets
Lahti Juha Haavisto ja Jaakko Monto

Timing and attendance

On weeks 33-50. Orientation meeting in zoom on week 33.
Attendance 100% in practice classes is needeed.

Learning material and recommended literature

Course books:

1. Kauranen, K.: Physiotherapist's handbook. SanomaPro. 2020-2017
2. Good treatment recommendations: Neck pain 2017, Low back pain 2017, Tendon disorders of the shoulder 2022, Osteoarthritis of the knee and hip 2018, Stress-related diseases of the hand and forearm 2022.
3. Tarnanen, S. & Holopainen, R. 2022. Exercise and musculoskeletal health. VK-Kustannus Oy. Also available as an e-book at LAB-Primo

Recommended other literature:

1. Magee, D. & Manske, R. 2021 or 2014: Orthopedic Physical Assessment. Saunders. Canada
2. Luomajoki, H. 2018. Movement and movement control disorders - Tests and exercises for functional problems of the back, neck, shoulder and lower limb. VK-Kustannus
3. Nordström J. 2019. Professional's pocket atlas for musculoskeletal disorders
4. Neumann D. 2016. Kinesiology of the Musculoskeletal System 3rd Edition. Foundations for Rehabilitation. Elsevier.
5. Moodle online material

Exam retakes

Competence in the course is verified in

1. Theory exams 1 and 2

2. The practical demonstration test of musculoskeletal disorders research and therapy

Learning environment

Therapy and exercise class, exercise room.

Student time use and work load

The student's total workload is 7 credits x 27 h = 189 h.

Contents

- Studying the most common musculoskeletal dysfunctions and disorders. Understanding the kinesiology behind the disorders (neck, shoulder and shoulder-circle, elbow, wrist, hand, chest, back, hip-circle and SI joint, hip, knee, foot, ankle)
- Development of dysfunction, functional anatomy and clinical reasoning. Planning and implementation of physical therapy that supports functional capacity.
- Applying the laws of training, taking into account the condition of the tissues. Self-care guidance.
- Musculoskeletal diseases
- Realization of the treatment chain and the organization of follow-up care

Additional information for students: previous knowledge etc.

Anatomy and palpation of the musculoskeletal system 5 credits
Assessment and manual handling of soft tissues 5 credits
Basics of mobilization and stabilization 4 credits

Assessment scale

1-5

Failed (0)

The student does not reach level 1 assessment criteria.

Assessment criteria: level 1 (assessment scale 1–5)

The student can:
- list diseases and dysfunctions of the musculoskeletal system
- describe and illustrate methods suitable for studying the musculoskeletal system
- make use of literature and researches on musculoskeletal physiotherapy
- to plan the progression of physiotherapy and a therapeutic training program for functional disorders of the musculoskeletal system

Assessment criteria: level 3 (assessment scale 1–5)

The student can:
- explain the meaning of diseases and dysfunctions of the musculoskeletal system and the mechanism in the origin of symptoms and diseases
- reliably describe and illustrate methods suitable for examining the musculoskeletal system and connect them to the client's ability to function
- make use of literature and researches on physiotherapy of the musculoskeletal system
- to plan and evaluate the progression of physiotherapy and a therapeutic exercise program for functional disorders of the musculoskeletal system according to the ICF model

Assessment criteria: level 5 (assessment scale 1–5)

The student can:
-explains the meaning and mechanism of diseases and dysfunctions of the musculoskeletal system in a comprehensive manner in the origin of symptoms and diseases
- describe, illustrate and evaluate methods suitable for examining the musculoskeletal system in a versatile and reliable manner and understand their importance in terms of the client's ability to function
- interpret and compare researches on musculoskeletal physiotherapy and draw conclusions and apply knowledge in clinical work
- plan and evaluate individually the progress of physiotherapy, therapeutic exercise program and self-care for musculoskeletal disorders, taking into account the client's functional capacity in accordance with the ICF model

Learning outcomes

The student is able to
- explain the meaning and mechanism of the musculoskeletal diseases and disorders in the origin of the symptoms and diseases
- examine and draw conclusions on the impacts that the musculoskeletal diseases and disorders have on the functional ability
- select evidence-based physiotherapy methods in supporting the well-being of the client's musculoskeletal system
- compile and guide individual exercises and self-care to support the client's functional ability

Assessment scale

1-5

Learning outcomes

The student is able to
- identify the causes and symptoms of the most common musculoskeletal diseases that are caused by trauma or physical overload
- explain the effects that the most common medical procedures of the musculoskeletal system have on the functional ability and support the client's rehabilitation process with the means of physiotherapy while taking into account the tissue damages
- work as a member of a multi-professional team and cooperate with the loved ones of the client

Assessment scale

1-5

Learning outcomes

The student is able to
- identify the causes and symptoms of the most common musculoskeletal diseases that are caused by trauma or physical overload
- explain the effects that the most common medical procedures of the musculoskeletal system have on the functional ability and support the client's rehabilitation process with the means of physiotherapy while taking into account the tissue damages
- work as a member of a multi-professional team and cooperate with the loved ones of the client

Implementation and methods of teaching

The study course is integrated with the other study courses of the 3rd semester.
Independent learning takes place using reverse learning methods in the form of online learning tasks and team meetings.
In online workshops, you will study in real time and under the guidance of a teacher, together or in small groups.
On campus days, we will study at the Lahti and Lappeenranta campuses using phenomenon-based learning methods.

The study course is mainly carried out online. The face-to-face teaching consists of three campus days and five online workshops.
Online workshops, preparatory tasks for online workshops, skills workshops and possible preparatory tasks, Moodle proficiency tests and Moodle exam.

Responsible teacher: Eija Viitala

Timing and attendance

The course is scheduled for weeks 7-22.
There is an obligation to attend upcoming days/workshops. Compensation for absences is agreed with the teacher.

Learning material and recommended literature

The material in Moodle and the literature announced at the beginning of the course.

Exam retakes

The dates of exams and competency tests are announced at the beginning of the study period.
The course assignments and exams must be completed by the given dates. Exam retake times and assignment return times are announced in Moodle.

Other times are not possible.
The course will take place in the spring of 2025 for the last time.

Learning environment

Online and campus learning environments. The skills workshops related to the course are implemented on the campuses.

Student time use and work load

The scope of the course is 3 credits, which corresponds to 3 x 27h = 81h of student work.
Of this, approximately 1 ECTS or 27 hours consists of joint meetings and 2 ECTS or 54 hours of the student's independent and small group work.

Additional information for students: previous knowledge etc.

A prerequisite is completed studies in the anatomy and physiology of the musculoskeletal system.

Assessment criteria

Return of preliminary assignments, Moodle proficiency tests and Moodle exam, and participation in workshops.

Assessment scale

1-5

Failed (0)

The criteria for an approved evaluation of the course are not met.

Assessment criteria: level 1 (assessment scale 1–5)

The student can:
- make sure to take into account factors related to aseptic work methods and patient safety when working in the surgical department and understand the role of the physiotherapist as part of a multidisciplinary team
- take into account the effects of the patient's injury or surgical procedure on the patient's ability to function and general condition
- knows how to assist and guide the patient's movement after a surgical operation

Assessment criteria: level 3 (assessment scale 1–5)

- knows how to guide the patient in individual exercises after an injury or surgical operation
- knows how to plan the patient's rehabilitation process according to the ICF model after a surgical operation

Assessment criteria: level 5 (assessment scale 1–5)

- knows how to guide the patient in individual exercises after an injury or surgical operation in accordance with evidence-based physiotherapy practices

Learning outcomes

The student is able to
- describe the field of occupational health care and the labor legislation regulating it
- analyze the working environment, its workload factors and an employee's workload, as well as produce a workplace survey report with improvement suggestions
- recognize and prevent the risk factors of occupational diseases and the employees' rehabilitation needs, and carry out activity that promotes and maintains working capacity
- work according to the good physiotherapy practices in multi-professional teams and in cooperation with the employee and the workplace

Implementation and methods of teaching

The course is implemented jointly by Lahti and Lappeenranta. In addition, the course is partly organized multi-professionally with health nursing students, so that starting from the basic studies, the multi-professional way of working in occupational health care becomes familiar. The study includes independent and small group work online, group work on campus and in working life cooperation, and joint Zoom meetings.

Timing and attendance

The study period is scheduled for weeks 34-37 and 45-51.

Acceptance of the course requires active participation in the implementation.

Learning material and recommended literature

It will be announced on the Moodle pages of the course. No required literature to be acquired.

Working life cooperation

During the study period, we work together a lot, e.g. tasks are done in small groups, different work environments are analyzed - a job survey is made. Information provision, guidance and counseling (TANO activity), health check-up plan, assessment of work ability and health plan are applied to these.

Exam retakes

Failed proficiency tests of the study course can be repeated twice. A person who does not participate in team tasks will have to make up for his absence.

Learning environment

The course is implemented on campuses and online (Zoom, Moodle).

Student time use and work load

The scope of the course is 5 credits, which means 135 hours of student work. (contact 44 hours)

The lesson plan is available in Moodle.
36 h in zoom
8 h on campus
91 h Independent part: ergonomics test, occupational diseases test, occupational health and safety test, workplace survey and plan, group assignments/discussions

Contents

Occupational health care, multiprofessionalism, operating environment of occupational health care and legislation related to occupational health care (+ qualification to work in occupational health care)
Work-related (musculo-skceletal) diseases (occupational medicine)
Ergonomics
Workplace survey (methods and exposures to work load factors) and action plan
Health check-up, assessment of work ability and health plan
Work capacity management, monitoring and early support
Occupational health and safety
Health behavior of working-age people and TANO (information, guidance and counseling)

Additional information for students: previous knowledge etc.

Physiotherapy and Therapeutic Exercise for the Musculoskeletal System 7 credits
Promotion of Health, Health Enhancing Physical Activity and Adapted Sports 5 credits

The development of competence is supported by semesters 1-4. study courses.

Assessment criteria

Advance assignment in Moodle (pass-fail) DL before the start of the course
Occupational safety and health's Test your knowledge test (pass/fail)
Work-related diseases and work-related TULE diseases competence test (5-0) 25% weighting
Ergonomics proficiency test (5-0) 25% weighting when calculating the course grade
Team assignments (pass/fail)
The plan and presentation of the workplace visit carried out in working life cooperation with reasons (5-0) 50%

Assessment scale

1-5

Failed (0)

The student has not passed the competency tests of the course and/or the student has not participated in team tasks. The student has a lot of absences from teaching situations.

Assessment criteria: level 1 (assessment scale 1–5)

The student knows about the field of occupational health care and the legislation that regulates it. He recognizes some of the stress factors in the work environment and knows the main features of the job search process. The student identifies some risk factors for work-related diseases and the rehabilitation needs of employees. He knows the importance of multi-professionalism in occupational health care.

Assessment criteria: level 3 (assessment scale 1–5)

The student can describe the field of occupational health care and the legislation that regulates it. He knows how to analyze the work environment, related load factors and the employee's load. He knows the main features of the job search process and can give some suggestions for measures. He knows how to identify and prevent the most common risk factors for work-related diseases and the rehabilitation needs of employees. He knows how to plan activities that promote and maintain work ability. The student understands the importance of multiprofessionalism in occupational health care and strives for a multiprofessional way of working.

Assessment criteria: level 5 (assessment scale 1–5)

The student can describe the field of occupational health care and the legislation that regulates it, and apply these to their own activities. He knows how to thoroughly analyze the work environment, related load factors and the employee's load. The student masters the principles of the job search process, and has the skills to participate in the job search and give reasoned action proposals as part of the job search process. The student knows how to identify and prevent risk factors for work-related diseases. He knows how to recognize the rehabilitation needs of employees. The student knows how to plan activities that promote and maintain work ability based on needs and justified. The student understands the importance of multiprofessionalism in occupational health care and uses multiprofessionalism in his own activities.

Learning outcomes

The student is able to
- describe the field of occupational health care and the labor legislation regulating it
- analyze the working environment, its workload factors and an employee's workload, as well as produce a workplace survey report with improvement suggestions
- recognize and prevent the risk factors of occupational diseases and the employees' rehabilitation needs, and carry out activity that promotes and maintains working capacity
- work according to the good physiotherapy practices in multi-professional teams and in cooperation with the employee and the workplace

Implementation and methods of teaching

The course is implemented jointly by Lahti and Lappeenranta. In addition, the course is partly organized multi-professionally with health nursing students, so that starting from the basic studies, the multi-professional way of working in occupational health care becomes familiar. The study includes independent and small group work online, group work on campus and in working life cooperation, and joint Zoom meetings.

Timing and attendance

The study period is scheduled for weeks 4-20/2025.

Acceptance of the course requires active participation in the implementation.

Learning material and recommended literature

It will be announced on the Moodle pages of the course. No required literature to be acquired.

Working life cooperation

During the study period, we work together a lot, e.g. tasks are done in small groups, different work environments are analyzed - a job survey is made. Information provision, guidance and counseling (TANO activity), health check-up plan, assessment of work ability and health plan are applied to these.

Exam retakes

Failed proficiency tests of the study course can be repeated twice. A person who does not participate in team tasks will have to make up for his absence.

Learning environment

The course is implemented on campuses and online (Zoom, Moodle).

Student time use and work load

The scope of the course is 5 credits, which means 135 hours of student work.
The lesson plan is available in Moodle.
35 h in zoom
8 h on campus
92 h Independent part: ergonomics test, occupational diseases test, occupational health and safety test, workplace survey and plan, group assignments/discussions

Contents

Occupational health care, multiprofessionalism, operating environment of occupational health care and legislation related to occupational health care (+ qualification to work in occupational health care)
Occupational health and safety
Work-related (musculo-skceletal) diseases (occupational medicine)
Ergonomics
Workplace survey (methods and exposures to work load factors) and action plan
Health check-up, assessment of work ability and health plan
Work capacity management, monitoring and early support
Health behavior of working-age people and TANO (information, guidance and counseling)

Additional information for students: previous knowledge etc.

Physiotherapy and Therapeutic Exercise for the Musculoskeletal System 7 credits
Promotion of Health, Health Enhancing Physical Activity and Adapted Sports 5 credits

The development of competence is supported by semesters 1-4. study courses.

Assessment criteria

Advance assignment in Moodle (pass-fail) DL before the start of the course
Occupational safety and health's Test your knowledge test (pass/fail)
Work-related diseases and work-related TULE diseases competence test (5-0) 25% weighting
Ergonomics proficiency test (5-0) 25% weighting when calculating the course grade
Team assignments (pass/fail)
The plan and presentation of the workplace visit carried out in working life cooperation with reasons (5-0) 50%

Assessment scale

1-5

Failed (0)

The student has not passed the competency tests of the course and/or the student has not participated in team tasks. The student has a lot of absences from teaching situations.

Assessment criteria: level 1 (assessment scale 1–5)

The student knows about the field of occupational health care and the legislation that regulates it. He recognizes some of the stress factors in the work environment and knows the main features of the job search process. The student identifies some risk factors for work-related diseases and the rehabilitation needs of employees. He knows the importance of multi-professionalism in occupational health care.

Assessment criteria: level 3 (assessment scale 1–5)

The student can describe the field of occupational health care and the legislation that regulates it. He knows how to analyze the work environment, related load factors and the employee's load. He knows the main features of the job search process and can give some suggestions for measures. He knows how to identify and prevent the most common risk factors for work-related diseases and the rehabilitation needs of employees. He knows how to plan activities that promote and maintain work ability. The student understands the importance of multiprofessionalism in occupational health care and strives for a multiprofessional way of working.

Assessment criteria: level 5 (assessment scale 1–5)

The student can describe the field of occupational health care and the legislation that regulates it, and apply these to their own activities. He knows how to thoroughly analyze the work environment, related load factors and the employee's load. The student masters the principles of the job search process, and has the skills to participate in the job search and give reasoned action proposals as part of the job search process. The student knows how to identify and prevent risk factors for work-related diseases. He knows how to recognize the rehabilitation needs of employees. The student knows how to plan activities that promote and maintain work ability based on needs and justified. The student understands the importance of multiprofessionalism in occupational health care and uses multiprofessionalism in his own activities.

Learning outcomes

The student is able to
- identify the risk factors and treatment of the most common cardiovascular and respiratory diseases among the adult population as well as explain their impact on the client's physical ability
- describe the cumulative effect that different lifestyle and chronic diseases have on the physical ability and take into account its meaning for the client's physiotherapy
- apply typical physiotherapeutic research methods used in cardiovascular diseases and reliably analyze the measurement results in implementing safe physiotherapy
- plan individual and safe exercises and exercise guidance for the client basing on evidence-based data while taking into account the underlying diseases

Implementation and methods of teaching

The course is implemented as a collaboration between Lahti and Lappeenranta. The studies include independent learning as well as collaborative learning in online and campus environments.

Timing and attendance

The course begins with independent study for the preliminary medical examination. The lecturer provides instructions before the exam.

The course does not have a compulsory attendance requirement, instead, students are responsible for independently studying the content of their missed sessions. Students demonstrate their competence through competency test and exams.

Learning material and recommended literature

The information will be provided at the beginning of the course on the Moodle platform.

Alternative completion methods

-

Working life cooperation

-

Exam retakes

Will be agreed separately with the lecturer, considering the degree regulations.

Learning environment

The course is implemented in online and campus environments.

Student time use and work load

The scope of the study module is 5 credits, which corresponds to 135 hours of student work.

- Portion of the medical studies about 27 hours
- Collaborative learning in online and campus environments about 28 hours
- Independent study (including pre-assignments and preparation for competence tests) about 80 hours

Contents

The course includes four sections:

- Portion of the medical studies
- The risk factors and prevention of lifestyle diseases
- Physiotherapy supporting respiratory systems
- Physiotherapy supporting the cardiovascular systems

Additional information for students: previous knowledge etc.

The course of Structure and Function of Body Systems supports development of competence.

Assessment criteria

Exam of the medical studies on the Moodle platform (Fail-K5)

Online test of the risk factors of lifestyle diseases (Fail-Pass)

Moodle test of the respiratory physiotherapy (Fail-K5)

Moodle test of the cardiovasculary physiotherapy (Fail-K5)

The grade of the course is formed by averages of sections.

Assessment scale

1-5

Failed (0)

The student's skills do not achieve the level 1 assessment criteria.
Some of the mandatory assessment is missing.

Assessment criteria: level 1 (assessment scale 1–5)

The student is able to

- identify the risk factors of the most common cardiovascular and respiratory diseases, pathophysiology and their impact on the client's physical ability
- use safely typical physiotherapeutic research methods used in cardiovascular diseases and reliably analyze the measurement results
- observe respiration and guide the technique if needed
- use typical physiotherapeutic methods to intensify respiration
- describe the most common lifestyle and chronic diseases and cumulative effect on the physical ability
- know the basic principles of exercises related to lifestyle and chronic diseases

Assessment criteria: level 3 (assessment scale 1–5)

The student is able to

- analyze the measurement results of physical performance
- assess the physical ability of the client with cardiovascular disease and explain their impact on the client's physical ability and the quality of life
- assess how different exercise training can be utilized in the physiotherapeutic treatment and prevention of lifestyle-related diseases

Assessment criteria: level 5 (assessment scale 1–5)

The student is able to

- evaluate the evidence-based data related to lifestyle diseases and exercise training and apply it ti practical work
- comprehend the role of physiotherapy in prevention of lifestyle diseases and promotion physical activity

Learning outcomes

The student is able to
- identify the causes and symptoms of the most common musculoskeletal diseases that are caused by trauma or physical overload
- explain the effects that the most common medical procedures of the musculoskeletal system have on the functional ability and support the client's rehabilitation process with the means of physiotherapy while taking into account the tissue damages
- work as a member of a multi-professional team and cooperate with the loved ones of the client

Implementation and methods of teaching

The study course is integrated with the other study courses of the 3rd semester.
Independent learning takes place using reverse learning methods in the form of online learning tasks and team meetings.
In online workshops, you will study in real time and under the guidance of a teacher, together or in small groups.
On campus days, we will study at the Lahti and Lappeenranta campuses using phenomenon-based learning methods.

The study course is mainly carried out online. The face-to-face teaching consists of three campus days and five online workshops.
Online workshops, preparatory tasks for online workshops, skills workshops and possible preparatory tasks, Moodle proficiency tests and Moodle exam.

Responsible teacher: Eija Viitala

Timing and attendance

The course is scheduled for weeks 7-22.
There is an obligation to attend upcoming days/workshops. Compensation for absences is agreed with the teacher.

Learning material and recommended literature

The material in Moodle and the literature announced at the beginning of the course.

Exam retakes

The dates of exams and competency tests are announced at the beginning of the study period.
The course assignments and exams must be completed by the given dates. Exam retake times and assignment return times are announced in Moodle.

Other times are not possible.
The course will take place in the spring of 2025 for the last time.

Learning environment

Online and campus learning environments. The skills workshops related to the course are implemented on the campuses.

Student time use and work load

The scope of the course is 3 credits, which corresponds to 3 x 27h = 81h of student work.
Of this, approximately 1 ECTS or 27 hours consists of joint meetings and 2 ECTS or 54 hours of the student's independent and small group work.

Additional information for students: previous knowledge etc.

A prerequisite is completed studies in the anatomy and physiology of the musculoskeletal system.

Assessment criteria

Return of preliminary assignments, Moodle proficiency tests and Moodle exam, and participation in workshops.

Assessment scale

1-5

Failed (0)

The criteria for an approved evaluation of the course are not met.

Assessment criteria: level 1 (assessment scale 1–5)

The student can:
- make sure to take into account factors related to aseptic work methods and patient safety when working in the surgical department and understand the role of the physiotherapist as part of a multidisciplinary team
- take into account the effects of the patient's injury or surgical procedure on the patient's ability to function and general condition
- knows how to assist and guide the patient's movement after a surgical operation

Assessment criteria: level 3 (assessment scale 1–5)

- knows how to guide the patient in individual exercises after an injury or surgical operation
- knows how to plan the patient's rehabilitation process according to the ICF model after a surgical operation

Assessment criteria: level 5 (assessment scale 1–5)

- knows how to guide the patient in individual exercises after an injury or surgical operation in accordance with evidence-based physiotherapy practices

Learning outcomes

The student is able to
- describe the epidemiology, symptoms, etiology, treatment and rehabilitation of the most common neurological diseases
- examine and explain the impact of neurological symptoms to an adult's physical ability
- plan, implement and evaluate evidence-based physiotherapy for adults with central nervous system disorder
- use the obtained results in clinical decision-making and in the planning of customer-oriented, task-centered physiotherapy and the guidance of the client

Implementation and methods of teaching

Etä - ja lähiopetusta.
Harjoitustunteja, asiantuntijaluennot.
Työelämässä tapahtuva oppiminen.
Kaksi teoriatenttiä.

Timing and attendance

Opiskelu on aikaan sidottua lukujärjestyksen mukaisesti viikoilla 11-21.
Opintojakson suorittaminen edellyttää tenttien hyväksyttyä suoritusta.Tenttien sisältö pohjautuu annettuihin lähteisiin ja zoom- ja harjoitustunnit tukevat asioiden sisäistämistä.

Learning material and recommended literature

Kauranen, K. Fysioterapeutin käsikirja. Neurologian osuus.
Moodlessa saatavilla oleva materiaali.

Working life cooperation

Työelämässä tapahtuva oppiminen.

Exam retakes

Toteutuksen opetusajankohdat ovat nähtävissä toteutuksen lukujärjestyksestä. Tenttien ajankohdat ilmoitetaan Moodlessa.

Learning environment

Lukujärjestyksen mukaisesti verkko-opetusta ja lähitunteja kampuksella sekä työelämässä.

Student time use and work load

Opintojakso kuormitus jakautuu 11 viikon ajalle. Oppimistehtävät on ajoitettu niin että alussa on itsenäistä lukua ja neurologian tentti. Tämän jälkeen on sekä lähitunteja että etäopetusta.

Additional information for students: previous knowledge etc.

Elinjärjestelmien anatomia ja fysiologia -opintojakso.

Assessment scale

1-5

Failed (0)

Teoriatentistä alle 50%

Opiskelija ei ole saavuttanut opintojakson oppimistavoitteita.

Assessment criteria: level 1 (assessment scale 1–5)

Opiskelija tunnistaa yhteydet yleisimpien neurologisten sairauksien epidemiologian, oireet, etiologian, hoidon ja kuntoutuksessa.
Opiskelija tunnistaa neurologisten oireiden vaikutuksia aikuisen toimintakykyyn
Opiskelija tunnistaa suunnitelun, toteutuksen ja arvioinnin perusteita.
Opiskelija tiedostaa saamiaan tuloksien käyttämisen tarpeellisuuden päätöksenteossa sekä asiakaslähtöisen, tehtäväkeskeisen fysioterapian suunnittelussa ja asiakkaan ohjauksessa.

Teoriatentistä vähintään 50%

Assessment criteria: level 3 (assessment scale 1–5)

Opiskelija osaa kuvata yleisimpien neurologisten sairauksien epidemiologian, oireet, etiologian, hoidon ja kuntoutuksen pääpiirteet sekä tunnistaa niiden yhteyden.
Opiskelija tunnistaa tarkoituksenmukaisia arviointikeinoja ja selittää neurologisten oireiden vaikutusta aikuisen toimintakykyyn.
Opiskelija osaa suunnitella ja toteuttaa näyttöön perustuvaa fysioterapiaa aikuisille henkilöille, joilla on keskushermostohäiriö.
Opiskelija käyttää saamiaan tuloksia kliinisessä päätöksenteossa sekä asiakaslähtöisen, tehtäväkeskeisen fysioterapian suunnittelussa ja asiakkaan ohjauksessa.

Teoriatentistä vähintään 70%

Assessment criteria: level 5 (assessment scale 1–5)

Opiskelija osaa kuvata yleisimpien neurologisten sairauksien epidemiologian, oireet, etiologian, hoidon ja kuntoutuksen pääpiirteet sekä ymmärtää niiden yhteyden.
Opiskelija osaa valita tarkoituksenmukaiset tutkimisen menetelmät ja ymmärtää neurologisten oireiden vaikutusta aikuisen toimintakykyyn.
Opiskelija osaa valita tarkoituksenmukaiset fysioterapiamenetelmät, ohjata ja arvioida näyttöön perustuvaa fysioterapiaa aikuisille henkilöille, joilla on keskushermostohäiriö.
-Opiskelija soveltaa saamiaan tuloksia kliinisessä päätöksenteossa sekä asiakaslähtöisen, tehtäväkeskeisen fysioterapian suunnittelussa.

Teoriatentistä vähintään 90%

Learning outcomes

The student is able to
- understand, based on evidence, sleep's, nutrition's, mental health's and exercise's meaning to health, as well as support and promote the client's functional ability related to these factors
- understand the importance of preventing the risk factors of life style diseases and chronic diseases in promoting health
- plan, implement and evaluate exercise and activity situations as well as compose exercise programs for various customer groups
- understand the social significance of health enhancing physical activity and adapted sports as well as master the use of various tools for promoting health enhancing physical activity and adapted sports

Implementation and methods of teaching

Contact teaching online and on campus. Flipped and functional learning, online working, learning assignments, exercises, teaching and guidance practice, individual and group assignments, study visits

The course is implemented together with the Lahti and Lappeenranta campuses. Practice hours are campus-specific. On both campuses, part of the course is implemented in working life cooperation.

Timing and attendance

The study period is scheduled for weeks 10-20. Online and campus the student presence required.

Absence from campus (illness): Describe how the skills were acquired.
You can participate in working life cooperation after mastering the skills of the training sessions of the course.

Learning material and recommended literature

Used when preparing for teaching and in tasks:

1. Pietilä, A-M. 2010. Health promotion - From theory to action.

2. Physical activity recommendations.2019. UKK institute. (online source)

3. Good treatment recommendations: Exercise and physical activity 2016 and Insomnia 2018 (online source)

4. National recommendations for exercise counseling - implementation, cooperation and evaluation 2021. Exercise and public health publications 389. Also available online.

5. Nordic nutritional recommendations 2023 / Health from food - Finnish nutritional recommendations 2014. (online source)

6. Exercise as medicine. Oppiportti database, online courses

7. Turku, R. 2007. Supporting change. Coaching lifestyle guidance. 2007.

8. Kangasniemi, A. & Kauravaara, K. 2016. Towards change - A value- and acceptance-based approach in promoting exercise and health. Sports and wellness Academy Oy

Working life cooperation

Cooperation with local operators in Lahti and Lappeenranta.

Exam retakes

There is no exam in the course. Competence is verified through assignments.

Learning environment

Network, exercise class, gym, swimming pool, outdoor exercise facilities, partners' exercise facilities, own exercise environments

Student time use and work load

5 credits, i.e. 5x 27h = 135h. 58h contact teaching in Zoom or on campus.

Contents

- Social situation of lifestyle and folk diseases and prevention of risk factors
- Value- and acceptance-based customer guidance and change stage model
- Definitions and social importance of health exercise and applied exercise
- Exercise counseling and exercise service chain
- Consideration of sleep, nutrition, brain health, recovery and exercise in promoting health
- Health promotion tools and the possibilities of technology
- Accessibility an Applied exercise
- Planning, implementation and evaluation of exercise and activity situations and exercise programs for different customer groups

Assessment scale

1-5

Failed (0)

The student does not reach the level one on criterias.

Assessment criteria: level 1 (assessment scale 1–5)

The student uses book information to use exercise, play and activities to preserve and promote health and functional ability. He recognizes the importance of new and previous knowledge (e.g. load physiology and exercise promotion) in order to promote the performance of an individual or a group. The student tries to find out the client's opportunities and challenges on an individual level (exercise, nutrition, recovery, participation) in the planning of guidance. The student is able to realistically evaluate the weaknesses and strengths of the planned activity. The student becomes aware of the importance of health exercise and applied exercise on an individual level. The student can name different tools for promoting healthy exercise. The student knows how to name health and applied exercise practitioners

Assessment criteria: level 3 (assessment scale 1–5)

The student uses book and research information to justify the use of exercise, play and activity in preserving and promoting health and functional ability as a representative of his or her professional field. He knows how to use previous knowledge (e.g. load physiology and promotion of physical activity) and new knowledge, taking into account the needs of his own customer group, in order to promote the performance of an individual or group in a targeted manner. The student investigates and considers the client's opportunities and challenges on an individual level (exercise, nutrition, recovery, participation) and uses the information to implement guidance. The student is able to realistically evaluate the weaknesses and strengths of the planned activity and can present some development perspectives. The student becomes aware of the social importance of health exercise and applied exercise. The student knows how to name / use different tools for promoting healthy physical activity. The student knows how to name health and applied exercise operators.

Assessment criteria: level 5 (assessment scale 1–5)

The student actively utilizes research data to justify the use of exercise, play and activity in preserving and promoting health and functional capacity as a representative of their professional field. He knows how to apply previous knowledge (e.g. load physiology and promotion of physical activity) and new knowledge to meet the needs of his own customer group in order to promote the performance of an individual or group in a targeted manner. The student investigates and considers the client's opportunities and challenges in a wide area (exercise, nutrition, recovery, participation) on an individual and environmental level and uses the information to implement guidance individually. The student is able to realistically evaluate the weaknesses and strengths of the planned activity and can present effective development perspectives. The student has a comprehensive understanding of the social importance of health exercise and applied exercise. The student knows how to name / use different tools for promoting healthy physical activity. The student knows how to name health and applied exercise practitioners regionally and nationally.

Learning outcomes

The student is able to
- describe and assess a child's sensorimotor development and recognize the deviance and delay in sensorimotor development
- describe the characteristics of a child as a rehabilitant and the importance of the inner circle and the multi-professional cooperation in the child's rehabilitation
- assess, plan and implement individual and goal-oriented physiotherapy for a child and an adolescent
- describe the physiotherapy path of a child or an adolescent and the aid services, and select aids that support the child's physical ability

Assessment scale

1-5

Learning outcomes

The student is able to
- describe aging as a phenomenon and the changes it brings to the movement and functional ability
- describe and apply physiotherapeutic methods that support the functional ability
- work as a member of a multi-professional team and cooperate with the loved ones of the client

Implementation and methods of teaching

In this course, students study independently as well as under teacher guidance in online workshops (Zoom) and on the home campus.
Independent study in this context includes pre-assignments and learning tasks, as well as preparation for the home exam (on the Moodle platform) of the medical studies and practical assessment.

Timing and attendance

The course will take place during the spring semester of 2024.
The medical studies need to exam before the physiotherapy section of the course.
The timing and the content of the course are on the Moodle platform.

Learning material and recommended literature

The section of the physiotherapy: The material on the Moodle platform
The medical studies: e-book of Geriatrics

Working life cooperation

Specialist from the work life: Online rehabilitation of elderly

Exam retakes

Will be agreed separately with the lecturer, considering the degree regulations.

Learning environment

Campus of Lappeenranta or Lahti and network environment.

Student time use and work load

The scope of the study module is 5 credits, which corresponds to 135 hours of student work.

- Portion of the medical studies: about 27 hours
- Under teacher guidance in online workshops (Zoom): about 11 hours
- Under teacher guidance on the home campus: about 16 hours
- Practical assessment: about 30 minutes
- Independent study: about 80 hours

Contents

Changes with aging

Assessment of the functional ability of the elderly

Falling accidents of the elderly and prevention

Guidance and rehabilitation of the client with memory disorder

Exercising the functional ability of the elderly

Technology in the rehabilitation of the elderly

Counseling service for the elderly

Additional information for students: previous knowledge etc.

The course of Development and Motor Learning Across the Lifespan supports development of competence.

Assessment criteria

The grade of the course is formed by averages of sections (1/5 Medical exam and 4/5 practical assessment) .

Assessment scale

1-5

Failed (0)

The student's skills do not achieve the level 1 assessment criteria.
Some of the mandatory assessment is missing.

Assessment criteria: level 1 (assessment scale 1–5)

The student can conduct guided functional ability assessments and create a functional ability-enhancing plan for the client. The student is able to seek evidence based data that supports the plan.

Assessment criteria: level 3 (assessment scale 1–5)

The student can independently conduct functional ability assessments and create a client oriented functional ability-enhancing plan for the client. The student is able to seek comprehensive evidence based data that supports the plan.

Assessment criteria: level 5 (assessment scale 1–5)

The student can independently conduct extensive functional ability assessments (considering different areas) and create a client oriented functional ability-enhancing plan (considering the client`s environment) for the client. The student is able to seek and utilize comprehensive evidence based data that supports the plan.