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

Contact teaching in Zoom or on campus, online lectures, exercises and demos, exercises, online assignments, written exam

The transition assistance part starts with advance online study and a preliminary assignment.

Timing and attendance

Completing the course requires attendance at practice classes and demos.

Learning material and recommended literature

1. Material to be distributed in Moodle and in classes
2. Biomechanics: Kauranen Kari & Nurkka Niina. Biomechanics for exercise and healthcare professionals. Publication no. 166 of the Society of Physical Education.
3. The website of the Institute of Occupational Health tttl.fi
4. Tamminen-Peter, L. & Wickström, G. 2018. Patient transfers - A skilled assistant activates and helps. Institute of Occupational Health. The 2013 edition is available as a pdf version
5. ErgoBank website

Alternative completion methods

Corresponding information available from other higher education studies. In the context of transfer assistance, e.g. the ergonomics card of the Occupational Health Institute's Patient Transfers.

Working life cooperation

None

Exam retakes

Written exam in week 50, two retakes (degree rule)
Migration assistance display in week 48 Lahti and week 49 LPR.

Learning environment

Biomechanics laboratory, gym, basic care training class, zoom

Student time use and work load

5 credits = 135 hours of student work, of which 37 hours are attendance and 98 hours are independent study.
Being there is divided into: 2 h of introductory lecture, 32 h of demos and exercises, 1 h of assistance and transfer screen and 2 h of theory test.

Contents

-Force and moment of force, anthropometry, biomechanics of the support system, central nervous system as a controller of muscle activity, muscle strength and its development, muscle mechanics, muscle strength measurement, electromyography, motion analysis, gait analysis, balance analysis, eye-hand coordination analysis.
-Assessment and identification of the resources of the client and the assistant in different situations of transition assistance. Interaction, guidance skills and various assistance techniques. Using the environment and aids.
-Evaluation of the need for a mobility aid, selection of the aid, teaching and monitoring of its use. Guiding the customer and his close circle.

Additional information for students: previous knowledge etc.

None

Assessment criteria

Participation in exercises and demos, self- and peer evaluation, continuous demonstration in practice classes.
Accepted assignments, teacher evaluation
Written exam successfully completed, teacher evaluation
Transition assistance demonstration completed with approval, teacher evaluation

Assessment scale

1-5

Failed (0)

Student does not achieve learning level 1.

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

The student can explain the structure and function of the neuromuscular system in general terms with regard to the mechanisms related to the generation, control and integration of movement. The student knows what kinds of possible biomechanical measurement methods exist to find out the client's various physical problems. The student knows how to name and identify different means of analyzing motion and movement with assistance and guidance.

Choosing mobility aids is safe. The student recognizes the limits of his own inexperience in the use of the aid and guidance and knows how to apply for additional guidance. The student knows the techniques of assisting the transfer of the patient and the factors affecting ergonomic working.

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

The student can explain the structure of the neuromuscular system related to the creation, control and integration of movement, but there are deficiencies in the integration of the components. The student can independently choose a biomechanical measurement method to find out the client's various physical problems, but the choices are unfounded or the student has difficulty justifying his choices. The student knows how to name and identify different means of analyzing movement and movement independently, but the interpretation of the results and their integration into practice requires assistance and guidance.

The selection and use of mobility aids is safe and the guidance is appropriate.
The student knows how to assist the client to move according to the client's ability to function and master the basics of supporting the client's movement. The student presents his own ideas for improving the ergonomics of transition assistance.

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

The student can explain the structure and function of the neuromuscular system logically, in detail and with an overall picture of the mechanisms related to the creation, control and integration of movement. The student knows how to independently and justifiably choose the most optimal biomechanical measurement method to find out the client's various physical problems. The student knows how to name, identify and analyze different means of analyzing motion and movement independently, fluently and integrating different data sources.

The selection, use and guidance of mobility aids are safe, justified and consistent. The student knows how to choose the way to assist the client's transition according to the client's ability to function, and to apply different ways to support the client's movement. The student actively tries to internalize a rehabilitative and ergonomic way of working.