Study Guide

Learning outcomes

The student is able to
- explain the structure and function of the neuromuscular system from the commencement and guidance of the movement to the feedback received from that
- use different analyzing mechanisms and biomechanic measuring devices of movement and locomotion, and interpret and apply results gained from them in physiotherapy planning
- assess the need for assistance with transfers and guide with safe transfers
- assess the need for mobility aids and choose the right mobility aids for the client, as well as instruct their usage to the client and their loved ones

Implementation and methods of teaching

Lectures, demos, seminars and exam.

Timing and attendance

Demos and seminars 100 %.

Learning material and recommended literature

Enoka: Neuromechanical basis of kinesiology.

Alternative completion methods

Same knowledge from university of applied sciences.

Working life cooperation

None.

Exam retakes

Written exam during week 46, two retakes.

Learning environment

Classroom, laboratory of biomechanics, sports hall, swimming pool and training class.

Student time use and work load

5 credits =135 h student work, presence 56 h, independence work 79 h.
Lectures 24 h, demos 20 h, seminars 10 h and exam 2 h.

Contents

Linear and angular motion, mechanics, forces, torques, power, work, biomechanics of musculoskeletal system, anthropometric, motor unit, excitation-contraction coupling, muscle mechanics, muscle strength measurements, electromyography, motion analysis, balance measurements and measurements of eye-hand coordination.

Additional information for students: previous knowledge etc.

None.

Assessment criteria

Participation of seminars and labworks. Examination of lectures and labworks.

Assessment scale

1-5

Failed (0)

Student does not achieve learning level 1.

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

Student can explain the neural drive of the human muscular system in a general level. Student can explain the essential parts of the anatomy and physiology of muscle cell and tissue in a general level. Student can choose some biomechanical measurement methods and devices for different physiotherapy cases and she/he can argue the choices somehow. Student can perform the most common biomechanical 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.

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

Student can explain the neural drive of the human muscular system comprehensively. Student can explain the essential parts of the anatomy and physiology of muscle cell and tissue logically. Student can choose biomechanical measurement methods and devices for different physiotherapy cases independently and she/he can argue the choices logically. Student can perform the most common biomechanical 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.

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

Student can explain the neural drive of the human muscular system logically, detailed and comprehensively. Student can explain the anatomy and physiology of muscle cell and tissue logically and detailed. Student can choose the most optimal biomechanical measurement methods and devices for different physiotherapy cases independently and she/he can argue the choices logically. Student can perform the most common biomechanical measurements independently and she/he can explain the results of the measurements detailed and apply the results in the planning of the physiotherapy logically.