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Supporting Sensory FunctionsLaajuus (5 cr)

Study unit code: G8362

Credits

5 op

Teaching language

  • English

Responsible person

  • Kati Nykänen

Learning outcomes

The student is able to:
- describe the impact of disorders or defects in sensory functions on the client’s functional ability and mobility
- apply their expertise in physiotherapy and improve the client’s functioning functional ability and mobility taking into account the disorders of the central and peripheral nervous systems and the client’s resources
- evaluate the client’s functional capacity and changes to this as well as the effectiveness of physiotherapy

Enrollment

20.05.2024 - 26.05.2024

Timing

01.08.2024 - 31.12.2024

Number of ECTS credits allocated

5 op

Virtual proportion

1 op

RDI proportion

2 op

Mode of delivery

80 % Contact teaching, 20 % Distance learning

Unit

Laurea Otaniemi, sote

Campus

Laurea Otaniemi

Teaching languages
  • English
Seats

20 - 45

Degree programmes
  • Fysioterapeuttikoulutus (SFG2), Laurea Otaniemi (Finnish)
Teachers
  • Valpuri Seikkula
  • Fys Virtuaali
  • Pauliina Louhiala
Teacher in charge

Valpuri Seikkula

Groups
  • SFG223KA
    Fysioterapeuttikoulutus, monimuotototeutus, K23, Otaniemi

Learning outcomes

The student is able to:
- describe the impact of disorders or defects in sensory functions on the client’s functional ability and mobility
- apply their expertise in physiotherapy and improve the client’s functioning functional ability and mobility taking into account the disorders of the central and peripheral nervous systems and the client’s resources
- evaluate the client’s functional capacity and changes to this as well as the effectiveness of physiotherapy

Teaching methods

In this course student will learn the basics of neurophysiology and physiotherapy of the most common neurological conditions. Study includes contact meetings, independent studying and working with own client under teachers supervision. The course includes workshops, where is 100% attendance.

The implementation of the course is supported by a learning environment built in Canvas. The course includes scheduled teaching or guidance both on campus and remotely. Remote teaching is not recorded/recorded (and the recording is available for later viewing). The course involves individual or group work. Students receive personalized feedback on assignments from the teacher and may also benefit from feedback from the workplace and peers.

Learning materials and recommended literature

*Carr J & Shepherd R. 2010. Neurological Rehabilitation – Optimizing Motor Performance. 2nd edition. Churchill Livingstone.

*Fysioterapeuttiliiton Fysioterapiasuositukset, Parkinson potilaan fysioterapia http://www.suomenfysioterapeutit.fi/index.php/fysioterapiasuositukset

*Jehkonen, M., Saunamäki, T., Paavola, L. & Vilkki, J. (toim.). 2015. Kliininen neuropsykologia. Duodecim.
Osiot:
Havaintotoiminnot ja tarkkaavuuden häiriöt ss. 58-71 (ei neuropsyk. testit)
Toiminnanohjauksen häiriöt ss. 73-85 (ei neuropsyk. testit)
Näköön liittyvät toiminnot ja näköhavainnon häiriöt ss. 104-127 (ei neuropsyk. testit)
Ääni- ja puhetoiminnot sekä kielelliset häiriöt ss. 128-137 ja 142-143 (Afasiasta toipuminen)
Muistitoiminnot ja niiden häiriöt ss. 86-103 (ei neuropsyk. testit)
Tahdonalaisten liikkeiden häiriöt eli apraksiat ss. 152-166
Tunne-elämän ja käyttäytymisen säätelyn muutokset ss. 167-178

*Kauranen K. 2021. Fysioterapeutin käsikirja. SanomaPro. Helsinki.

*Käypä Hoito –suositus: Aivoinfarkti ja TIA http://www.kaypahoito.fi/
*Käypä Hoito –suositus: Aivovammat http://www.kaypahoito.fi/
*Käypä Hoito –suositus: MS–tauti http://www.kaypahoito.fi/
*Käypä Hoito –suositus : Parkinsonin tauti http://www.kaypahoito.fi/
*Käypä Hoito –suositus : Selkäydinvamma http://www.kaypahoito.fi/
*Käypä Hoito -suositus: Muistisairaudet http://kaypahoito.fi/

*Shumway-Cook A, & Woollacott MH. 2016. Motor control. Translating research into clinical practice. 4th edition. Lippincott Williams & Wilkins op.
*Soinila S, Kaste M, Somer H (toim.). 2006. Neurologia. 2nd edition. Duodecim. Gummerus Kirjapaino Oy. Jyväskylä.

Co-operation with working life and/or RDI

In this course students will supervised rehabilitate their own patients

Important dates

Orientation (mandatory) to the course is 19th August 2023 in Otaniemi campus. Students get the contact information of their clients.
See other contact dates from timetable. Studies are from August to October 2023.
Exam is on 21th October at 9-12 am. Seminar at 13-16pm
Next possible days for the exam are (exam in Canvas and Zoom):
3rd Dec Enrollment via e-mail to teachers
17th Dec Enrollment via e-mail to teachers
Written client plan due on 30th Sep
Written client report due on 20 Oct
The workshops and client appointments are mandatory within 100% attendance.

Forms of internationality

Study is suitable for exchange students.

Students workload

Studies includes attendance in lecturers and workshops in Otaniemi Campus as well as independent studying. Remember to book enough time for independent studying. Own clients are seen in contact meetings.
5 credit units means total of 135 hours of work for students.

Content and scheduling

Studies include the basics of neurophysiology as well as basics of physiotherapy with patients with:

* Stroke
* Traumatic brain injury
* Multipple Sclerosis
* Parkinsons
* Cerebral Palsy
* Memory deficits (Alzheimer disease, Dementia)
* Spinal Cord Injury
* Motor Neurone Disease

Grading scale

H-5

Evaluation methods and criteria

Study includes:
1. Exam (1-5)
2. Physiotherapy report of an own client (1-5)
3. Student attendance in th workshops (Passed/failed)

Evaluation criteria, fail (0)

Student
- does not attend to the workshops (100% attendance).
- does not use evidence based practice in his/her client physiotherapy and does not show that in the physiotherapy report.
- does not take into account the safety of his/her own client and himself/herself.
- can not explain and justify his/her answers in the exam.

Evaluation criteria, satisfactory (1-2)

Student is able to
- use essential professional concepts when explaining various work practices and situations
– search for information in different sources
– report of his/her own client
– work under guidance using the skills and methods learned
– interact with customers and/or co-operation partners
– receive guidance
– work in pairs with the own client
– plan the progress of his/her work and use of time under guidance
– work safely and in accordance with the professional code of conduct
– follow the provided instructions and rules

Evaluation criteria, good (3-4)

Student is able to
- use professional concepts in a consistent manner when explaining various work practices and situations
- gather information and use his/her knowledge basis
- report in the agreed manner
- work using the skills and methods learned
– engage in professional interaction with customers and/or co-operation partners and identify their needs
– take part in guidance and utilise it
– engage in goal-oriented work with his/her pair
– plan and manage the progress of his/her work and use of time
– detect safety -related risks
– justify his/her actions in accordance with the professional code of conduct

Evaluation criteria, excellent (5)

Student is able to
– use professional concepts extensively
– compare and choose relevant information
– report and communicate in a professional manner
– work independently, using the skills and methods learned
– take responsibility for interaction with customers and/or co-operation partners and for responding to their needs
– anticipate his/her need for guidance
– promote the team’s work and team spirit (in this course in pairs)
– manage his/her time appropriately, completing the agreed tasks at the required quality level
– work responsibly, applying the skills and methods learned
– plan and evaluate their work, taking safety and/or ethical aspects into consideration

Enrollment

27.11.2023 - 03.12.2023

Timing

16.01.2024 - 25.03.2024

Number of ECTS credits allocated

5 op

Virtual proportion

0.5 op

RDI proportion

1 op

Mode of delivery

90 % Contact teaching, 10 % Distance learning

Unit

Laurea Otaniemi, sote

Campus

Laurea Otaniemi

Teaching languages
  • English
Seats

20 - 42

Degree programmes
  • Fysioterapeuttikoulutus (SFG2), Laurea Otaniemi (Finnish)
Teachers
  • Valpuri Seikkula
  • Kati Nykänen
  • Tapani Risto
Teacher in charge

Kati Nykänen

Groups
  • SFG222SN
    Fysioterapeuttikoulutus, päivätoteutus, S22, Otaniemi

Learning outcomes

The student is able to:
- describe the impact of disorders or defects in sensory functions on the client’s functional ability and mobility
- apply their expertise in physiotherapy and improve the client’s functioning functional ability and mobility taking into account the disorders of the central and peripheral nervous systems and the client’s resources
- evaluate the client’s functional capacity and changes to this as well as the effectiveness of physiotherapy

Teaching methods

This course is designed for the daytime students and requires your active participation in the meetings in the Otaniemi campus on a weekly basis.

In this course you will learn the basics of neurophysiology and physiotherapy of the most common neurological conditions. Study includes contact meetings, independent studying and working with own client under teachers supervision. The course includes workshops, where is 100% attendance.

Learning materials and recommended literature

*Carr J & Shepherd R. 2010. Neurological Rehabilitation – Optimizing Motor Performance. 2nd edition. Churchill Livingstone.

*Fysioterapeuttiliiton Fysioterapiasuositukset: Parkinson potilaan fysioterapia http://www.suomenfysioterapeutit.fi/index.php/fysioterapiasuositukset

*Jehkonen, M., Saunamäki, T., Paavola, L. & Vilkki, J. (toim.). 2015. Kliininen neuropsykologia. Duodecim.
Osiot:
Havaintotoiminnot ja tarkkaavuuden häiriöt ss. 58-71 (ei neuropsyk. testit)
Toiminnanohjauksen häiriöt ss. 73-85 (ei neuropsyk. testit)
Näköön liittyvät toiminnot ja näköhavainnon häiriöt ss. 104-127 (ei neuropsyk. testit)
Ääni- ja puhetoiminnot sekä kielelliset häiriöt ss. 128-137 ja 142-143 (Afasiasta toipuminen)
Muistitoiminnot ja niiden häiriöt ss. 86-103 (ei neuropsyk. testit)
Tahdonalaisten liikkeiden häiriöt eli apraksiat ss. 152-166
Tunne-elämän ja käyttäytymisen säätelyn muutokset ss. 167-178

*Kauranen K. 2021. Fysioterapeutin käsikirja. SanomaPro. Helsinki.

*Käypä Hoito –suositus: Aivoinfarkti ja TIA http://www.kaypahoito.fi/
*Käypä Hoito –suositus: Aivovammat http://www.kaypahoito.fi/
*Käypä Hoito –suositus: MS–tauti http://www.kaypahoito.fi/
*Käypä Hoito –suositus : Parkinsonin tauti http://www.kaypahoito.fi/
*Käypä Hoito –suositus : Selkäydinvamma http://www.kaypahoito.fi/
*Käypä Hoito -suositus: Muistisairaudet http://kaypahoito.fi/

*Shumway-Cook A, & Woollacott MH. 2016. Motor control. Translating research into clinical practice. 4th edition. Lippincott Williams & Wilkins op.
*Soinila S, Kaste M, Somer H (toim.). 2006. Neurologia. 2nd edition. Duodecim. Gummerus Kirjapaino Oy. Jyväskylä.

Co-operation with working life and/or RDI

Students have their own patients in a course.

Important dates

Orientation to the course is 16th January 2024 in Otaniemi campus.

See other contact dates from timetable in Pakki. Studies are from January to March 2024 and they are contact meetings in Otaniemi campus.

Final exam is on 21st March 2024. Exchange students will have individual assignments instead of the exam

Next possible days for the exam and assignments are (exam in Canvas and Zoom):
25.4.2024  enrollment 26.3.–15.4.2024
16.5.2024  enrollment 16.4.–6.5.2024

Forms of internationality

Study is suitable for exchange students.

Students workload

Studies includes attendance in lecturers and workshops in Otaniemi Campus as well as independent studying. Remember to book enough time for independent studying. Own clients are seen on contact meetings.

5 credit units means total of 135 hours of work for students.

Content and scheduling

Studies include the basics of neurophysiology as well as basics of physiotherapy with patients with:

* Stroke
* Traumatic brain injury
* Multipple Sclerosis
* Parkinsons
* Cerebral Palsy
* Memory deficits (Alzheimer disease, Dementia)
* Spinal Cord Injury
* Motor Neurone Disease

Further information for students

Student must have the prior competence in following courses (and an accepted course marks):

*Kuntoutus ja asiakkaan kohtaaminen 5op
*Fysioterapeuttinen neuvonta ja ohjaus 5op
*Asiakkaan fysioterapeuttinen tutkiminen ja arviointi 5 op
*Terapeuttinen harjoittelu 5op

All students and faculty of Laurea are expected to follow good scientific practices, which includes proper referencing of sources. Familiarize yourself and ask about practices if necessary. All study assignments are done as individual work, unless otherwise instructed in the assignment. The Turnitin software is used for the plagiarism check of course assignments.

Grading scale

H-5

Evaluation methods and criteria

Study includes:

1. Exam (1-5)
2. Physiotherapy report of an own client (1-5)
3. Student attendance in the workshops (passed/failed)

Evaluation criteria, fail (0)

Student
- does not attend to the workshops (100% attendance).
- does not use evidence based practice in his/her client physiotherapy and does not show that in the physiotherapy report.
- does not take into account the safety of his/her own client and himself/herself.
- can not explain and justify his/her answers in the exam.

Evaluation criteria, satisfactory (1-2)

Student is able to use
- essential professional concepts when explaining various work practices and situations
– search for information in different sources
– report of his/her own client
– work under guidance using the skills and methods learned
– interact with customers and/or co-operation partners
– receive guidance
– work in pairs with the own client
– plan the progress of his/her work and use of time under guidance
– work safely and in accordance with the professional code of conduct
– follow the provided instructions and rules

Evaluation criteria, good (3-4)

Student is able to
- use professional concepts in a consistent manner when explaining various work practices and situations
- gather information and use his/her knowledge basis
- report in the agreed manner
- work using the skills and methods learned
– engage in professional interaction with customers and/or co-operation partners and identify their needs
– take part in guidance and utilise it
– engage in goal-oriented work with his/her pair
– plan and manage the progress of his/her work and use of time
– detect safety -related risks
– justify his/her actions in accordance with the professional code of conduct

Evaluation criteria, excellent (5)

Student is able to
– use professional concepts extensively
– compare and choose relevant information
– report and communicate in a professional manner
– work independently, using the skills and methods learned
– take responsibility for interaction with customers and/or co-operation partners and for responding to their needs
– anticipate his/her need for guidance
– promote the team’s work and team spirit (in this course in pairs)
– manage his/her time appropriately, completing the agreed tasks at the required quality level
– work responsibly, applying the skills and methods learned
– plan and evaluate their work, taking safety and/or ethical aspects into consideration

Enrollment

22.05.2023 - 28.05.2023

Timing

14.08.2023 - 30.11.2023

Number of ECTS credits allocated

5 op

Virtual proportion

1 op

RDI proportion

2 op

Mode of delivery

80 % Contact teaching, 20 % Distance learning

Unit

Laurea Otaniemi, sote

Campus

Laurea Otaniemi

Teaching languages
  • English
Degree programmes
  • Fysioterapeuttikoulutus (SFG2), Laurea Otaniemi (Finnish)
Teachers
  • Valpuri Seikkula
  • Kati Nykänen
  • Pauliina Louhiala
  • Tapani Risto
Teacher in charge

Kati Nykänen

Groups
  • SFG222KA
    Fysioterapeuttikoulutus, monimuotototeutus, K22, Otaniemi

Learning outcomes

The student is able to:
- describe the impact of disorders or defects in sensory functions on the client’s functional ability and mobility
- apply their expertise in physiotherapy and improve the client’s functioning functional ability and mobility taking into account the disorders of the central and peripheral nervous systems and the client’s resources
- evaluate the client’s functional capacity and changes to this as well as the effectiveness of physiotherapy

Teaching methods

In this course student will learn the basics of neurophysiology and physiotherapy of the most common neurological conditions. Study includes contact meetings, independent studying and working with own client under teachers supervision. The course includes workshops, where is 100% attendance.

.

Learning materials and recommended literature

*Carr J & Shepherd R. 2010. Neurological Rehabilitation – Optimizing Motor Performance. 2nd edition. Churchill Livingstone.

*Fysioterapeuttiliiton Fysioterapiasuositukset: Parkinson potilaan fysioterapia http://www.suomenfysioterapeutit.fi/index.php/fysioterapiasuositukset

*Jehkonen, M., Saunamäki, T., Paavola, L. & Vilkki, J. (toim.). 2015. Kliininen neuropsykologia. Duodecim.
Osiot:
Havaintotoiminnot ja tarkkaavuuden häiriöt ss. 58-71 (ei neuropsyk. testit)
Toiminnanohjauksen häiriöt ss. 73-85 (ei neuropsyk. testit)
Näköön liittyvät toiminnot ja näköhavainnon häiriöt ss. 104-127 (ei neuropsyk. testit)
Ääni- ja puhetoiminnot sekä kielelliset häiriöt ss. 128-137 ja 142-143 (Afasiasta toipuminen)
Muistitoiminnot ja niiden häiriöt ss. 86-103 (ei neuropsyk. testit)
Tahdonalaisten liikkeiden häiriöt eli apraksiat ss. 152-166
Tunne-elämän ja käyttäytymisen säätelyn muutokset ss. 167-178

*Kauranen K. 2021. Fysioterapeutin käsikirja. SanomaPro. Helsinki.

*Käypä Hoito –suositus: Aivoinfarkti ja TIA http://www.kaypahoito.fi/
*Käypä Hoito –suositus: Aivovammat http://www.kaypahoito.fi/
*Käypä Hoito –suositus: MS–tauti http://www.kaypahoito.fi/
*Käypä Hoito –suositus : Parkinsonin tauti http://www.kaypahoito.fi/
*Käypä Hoito –suositus : Selkäydinvamma http://www.kaypahoito.fi/
*Käypä Hoito -suositus: Muistisairaudet http://kaypahoito.fi/

*Shumway-Cook A, & Woollacott MH. 2016. Motor control. Translating research into clinical practice. 4th edition. Lippincott Williams & Wilkins op.
*Soinila S, Kaste M, Somer H (toim.). 2006. Neurologia. 2nd edition. Duodecim. Gummerus Kirjapaino Oy. Jyväskylä.

Co-operation with working life and/or RDI

Students have their own patients in a course.

Important dates

Orientation to the course is 14th August 2023 in Otaniemi campus.

See other contact dates from timetable. Studies are from August to October 2023.

Exam is on 25th October at 4-7 pm.

Next possible days for the exam are (exam in Canvas and Zoom):
9.11.2023  enrollment 26.9.–30.10.2023
30.11.2023 enrollment 31.10.–20.11.2023

Forms of internationality

Study is suitable for exchange students.

Students workload

Studies includes attendance in lecturers and workshops in Otaniemi Campus as well as independent studying. Remember to book enough time for independent studying. Own clients are seen on contact meetings.

5 credit units means total of 135 hours of work for students.

Content and scheduling

Studies include the basics of neurophysiology as well as basics of physiotherapy with patients with:

* Stroke
* Traumatic brain injury
* Multipple Sclerosis
* Parkinsons
* Cerebral Palsy
* Memory deficits (Alzheimer disease, Dementia)
* Spinal Cord Injury
* Motor Neurone Disease

Grading scale

H-5

Evaluation methods and criteria

Study includes:

1. Exam (1-5)
2. Physiotherapy report of an own client (1-5)
3. Student attendance in the workshops is also evaluated (passed/failed)

Evaluation criteria, fail (0)

Student
- does not attend to the workshops (100% attendance).
- does not use evidence based practice in his/her client physiotherapy and does not show that in the physiotherapy report.
- does not take into account the safety of his/her own client and himself/herself.
- can not explain and justify his/her answers in the exam.

Evaluation criteria, satisfactory (1-2)

Student is able to use
- essential professional concepts when explaining various work practices and situations
– search for information in different sources
– report of his/her own client
– work under guidance using the skills and methods learned
– interact with customers and/or co-operation partners
– receive guidance
– work in pairs with the own client
– plan the progress of his/her work and use of time under guidance
– work safely and in accordance with the professional code of conduct
– follow the provided instructions and rules

Evaluation criteria, good (3-4)

Student is able to
- use professional concepts in a consistent manner when explaining various work practices and situations
- gather information and use his/her knowledge basis
- report in the agreed manner
- work using the skills and methods learned
– engage in professional interaction with customers and/or co-operation partners and identify their needs
– take part in guidance and utilise it
– engage in goal-oriented work with his/her pair
– plan and manage the progress of his/her work and use of time
– detect safety -related risks
– justify his/her actions in accordance with the professional code of conduct

Evaluation criteria, excellent (5)

Student is able to
– use professional concepts extensively
– compare and choose relevant information
– report and communicate in a professional manner
– work independently, using the skills and methods learned
– take responsibility for interaction with customers and/or co-operation partners and for responding to their needs
– anticipate his/her need for guidance
– promote the team’s work and team spirit (in this course in pairs)
– manage his/her time appropriately, completing the agreed tasks at the required quality level
– work responsibly, applying the skills and methods learned
– plan and evaluate their work, taking safety and/or ethical aspects into consideration

Enrollment

28.11.2022 - 04.12.2022

Timing

19.01.2023 - 01.05.2023

Number of ECTS credits allocated

5 op

Mode of delivery

Contact teaching

Unit

Laurea Otaniemi, sote

Campus

Laurea Otaniemi

Teaching languages
  • English
Seats

35 - 50

Degree programmes
  • Fysioterapeuttikoulutus (SFG2), Laurea Otaniemi (Finnish)
Teachers
  • Valpuri Seikkula
  • Kati Nykänen
  • Pauliina Louhiala
  • Tapani Risto
Teacher in charge

Pauliina Louhiala

Groups
  • SFG221SN
    Fysioterapeuttikoulutus, päivätoteutus, S21, Otaniemi

Learning outcomes

The student is able to:
- describe the impact of disorders or defects in sensory functions on the client’s functional ability and mobility
- apply their expertise in physiotherapy and improve the client’s functioning functional ability and mobility taking into account the disorders of the central and peripheral nervous systems and the client’s resources
- evaluate the client’s functional capacity and changes to this as well as the effectiveness of physiotherapy

Teaching methods

In this course student will learn the basics of neurophysiology and physiotherapy of the most common neurological conditions. Study includes contact meetings, independent studying and working with own client under teachers supervision. The course includes workshops, where is 100% attendance.

.

Location and time

Orientation to the course is 19th of January 2023 at 9am at Otaniemi campus.

See other contact dates from timetable. Studies are from January to March 2023.

Learning materials and recommended literature

The material for the exam is for the most part of material compiled by the teacher (distributed in the Canvas). In addition, the exam includes sections from the Physiotherapist's handbook (Kauranen). Recommended literature and additional reading are listed below.

*Carr J & Shepherd R. 2010. Neurological Rehabilitation – Optimizing Motor Performance. 2nd edition. Churchill Livingstone.

*Fysioterapeuttiliiton Fysioterapiasuositukset: Parkinson potilaan fysioterapia http://www.suomenfysioterapeutit.fi/index.php/fysioterapiasuositukset

*Jehkonen, M., Saunamäki, T., Paavola, L. & Vilkki, J. (toim.). 2015. Kliininen neuropsykologia. Duodecim.
Osiot:
Havaintotoiminnot ja tarkkaavuuden häiriöt ss. 58-71 (ei neuropsyk. testit)
Toiminnanohjauksen häiriöt ss. 73-85 (ei neuropsyk. testit)
Näköön liittyvät toiminnot ja näköhavainnon häiriöt ss. 104-127 (ei neuropsyk. testit)
Ääni- ja puhetoiminnot sekä kielelliset häiriöt ss. 128-137 ja 142-143 (Afasiasta toipuminen)
Muistitoiminnot ja niiden häiriöt ss. 86-103 (ei neuropsyk. testit)
Tahdonalaisten liikkeiden häiriöt eli apraksiat ss. 152-166
Tunne-elämän ja käyttäytymisen säätelyn muutokset ss. 167-178

*Kauranen K. 2021. Fysioterapeutin käsikirja. SanomaPro. Helsinki.

*Käypä Hoito –suositus: Aivoinfarkti ja TIA http://www.kaypahoito.fi/
*Käypä Hoito –suositus: Aivovammat http://www.kaypahoito.fi/
*Käypä Hoito –suositus: MS–tauti http://www.kaypahoito.fi/
*Käypä Hoito –suositus : Parkinsonin tauti http://www.kaypahoito.fi/
*Käypä Hoito –suositus : Selkäydinvamma http://www.kaypahoito.fi/
*Käypä Hoito -suositus: Muistisairaudet http://kaypahoito.fi/

*Shumway-Cook A, & Woollacott MH. 2016. Motor control. Translating research into clinical practice. 4th edition. Lippincott Williams & Wilkins op.
*Soinila S, Kaste M, Somer H (toim.). 2006. Neurologia. 2nd edition. Duodecim. Gummerus Kirjapaino Oy. Jyväskylä.

Co-operation with working life and/or RDI

There are co-operation with the Health services in Espoo when students have their own patients in a course.

Important dates

Orientation to the course is 19th of January 2023 at Otaniemi campus.

Own clients on Wednesdays from the first of February to the 15th of March 2023.

Exam is on the 23rd March 2023.
The only possible re-examination dates are:
20.4.2023  Zoom - enrollment 21.3.–10.4.2023  
11.5.2023  Zoom - enrollment 11.4.–1.5.2023

Forms of internationality

Study is suitable for exchange students.

Students workload

Studies includes attendance in lecturers and workshops in Otaniemi Campus as well as independent studying.

5 credit units means total of 135 hours of work for students.

Content and scheduling

Studies are from January to March 2023.

Studies include the basics of neurophysiology as well as basics of physiotherapy with patients with:

* Stroke
* Traumatic brain injury
* Multipple Sclerosis
* Parkinsons
* Cerebral Palsy
* Memory deficits (Alzheimer disease, Dementia)
* Spinal Cord Injury
* Motor Neurone Disease

Grading scale

H-5

Evaluation methods and criteria

Study includes:

1. Exam (1-5)
2. Physiotherapy report of an own client (1-5)
3. Student attendance in the workshops is also evaluated (passed/failed)

Evaluation criteria, fail (0)

Student
- does not attend to the workshops (100% attendance).
- does not use evidence based practice in his/her client physiotherapy and does not show that in the physiotherapy report.
- does not take into account the safety of his/her own client and himself/herself.
- can not explain and justify his/her answers in the exam.

Evaluation criteria, satisfactory (1-2)

Student is able to use
- essential professional concepts when explaining various work practices and situations
– search for information in different sources
– report of his/her own client
– work under guidance using the skills and methods learned
– interact with customers and/or co-operation partners
– receive guidance
– work in pairs with the own client
– plan the progress of his/her work and use of time under guidance
– work safely and in accordance with the professional code of conduct
– follow the provided instructions and rules

Evaluation criteria, good (3-4)

Student is able to
- use professional concepts in a consistent manner when explaining various work practices and situations
- gather information and use his/her knowledge basis
- report in the agreed manner
- work using the skills and methods learned
– engage in professional interaction with customers and/or co-operation partners and identify their needs
– take part in guidance and utilise it
– engage in goal-oriented work with his/her pair
– plan and manage the progress of his/her work and use of time
– detect safety -related risks
– justify his/her actions in accordance with the professional code of conduct

Evaluation criteria, excellent (5)

Student is able to
– use professional concepts extensively
– compare and choose relevant information
– report and communicate in a professional manner
– work independently, using the skills and methods learned
– take responsibility for interaction with customers and/or co-operation partners and for responding to their needs
– anticipate his/her need for guidance
– promote the team’s work and team spirit (in this course in pairs)
– manage his/her time appropriately, completing the agreed tasks at the required quality level
– work responsibly, applying the skills and methods learned
– plan and evaluate their work, taking safety and/or ethical aspects into consideration

Enrollment

23.05.2022 - 29.05.2022

Timing

15.08.2022 - 09.12.2022

Number of ECTS credits allocated

5 op

RDI proportion

1 op

Mode of delivery

Contact teaching

Unit

Laurea Otaniemi, sote

Campus

Laurea Otaniemi

Teaching languages
  • English
Seats

20 - 40

Degree programmes
  • Fysioterapeuttikoulutus (SFG2), Laurea Otaniemi (Finnish)
Teachers
  • Elina Jääskeläinen
  • Kati Nykänen
  • Pauliina Louhiala
  • Tapani Risto
Teacher in charge

Kati Nykänen

Groups
  • SFG221KA
    Fysioterapeuttikoulutus, monimuotototeutus, K21, Otaniemi

Learning outcomes

The student is able to:
- describe the impact of disorders or defects in sensory functions on the client’s functional ability and mobility
- apply their expertise in physiotherapy and improve the client’s functioning functional ability and mobility taking into account the disorders of the central and peripheral nervous systems and the client’s resources
- evaluate the client’s functional capacity and changes to this as well as the effectiveness of physiotherapy

Teaching methods

In this course student will learn the basics of neurophysiology and physiotherapy of the most common neurological conditions. Study includes contact meetings, independent studying and working with own client under teachers supervision. The course includes workshops, where is 100% attendance.

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Learning materials and recommended literature

*Carr J & Shepherd R. 2010. Neurological Rehabilitation – Optimizing Motor Performance. 2nd edition. Churchill Livingstone.

*Fysioterapeuttiliiton Fysioterapiasuositukset: Parkinson potilaan fysioterapia http://www.suomenfysioterapeutit.fi/index.php/fysioterapiasuositukset

*Jehkonen, M., Saunamäki, T., Paavola, L. & Vilkki, J. (toim.). 2015. Kliininen neuropsykologia. Duodecim.
Osiot:
Havaintotoiminnot ja tarkkaavuuden häiriöt ss. 58-71 (ei neuropsyk. testit)
Toiminnanohjauksen häiriöt ss. 73-85 (ei neuropsyk. testit)
Näköön liittyvät toiminnot ja näköhavainnon häiriöt ss. 104-127 (ei neuropsyk. testit)
Ääni- ja puhetoiminnot sekä kielelliset häiriöt ss. 128-137 ja 142-143 (Afasiasta toipuminen)
Muistitoiminnot ja niiden häiriöt ss. 86-103 (ei neuropsyk. testit)
Tahdonalaisten liikkeiden häiriöt eli apraksiat ss. 152-166
Tunne-elämän ja käyttäytymisen säätelyn muutokset ss. 167-178

*Kauranen K. 2021. Fysioterapeutin käsikirja. SanomaPro. Helsinki.

*Käypä Hoito –suositus: Aivoinfarkti ja TIA http://www.kaypahoito.fi/
*Käypä Hoito –suositus: Aivovammat http://www.kaypahoito.fi/
*Käypä Hoito –suositus: MS–tauti http://www.kaypahoito.fi/
*Käypä Hoito –suositus : Parkinsonin tauti http://www.kaypahoito.fi/
*Käypä Hoito –suositus : Selkäydinvamma http://www.kaypahoito.fi/
*Käypä Hoito -suositus: Muistisairaudet http://kaypahoito.fi/

*Shumway-Cook A, & Woollacott MH. 2016. Motor control. Translating research into clinical practice. 4th edition. Lippincott Williams & Wilkins op.
*Soinila S, Kaste M, Somer H (toim.). 2006. Neurologia. 2nd edition. Duodecim. Gummerus Kirjapaino Oy. Jyväskylä.

Co-operation with working life and/or RDI

Students have their own patients in a course.

Important dates

Orientation to the course is 14th August 2022 in Otaniemi campus.

See other contact dates from timetable. Studies are from August to December 2022.

Exam is on 25th October at 1-4pm.

Next possible days for the exam are (in Canvas and Zoom):
10.11.2022 (register 27.9.–31.10.2022)
1.12.2022 (register 1.11.–21.11.2022)

Forms of internationality

Study is suitable for exchange students.

Students workload

Studies includes attendance in lecturers and workshops in Otaniemi Campus as well as independent studying. Own clients are seen on contact meetings.

5 credit units means total of 135 hours of work for students.

Content and scheduling

Studies include the basics of neurophysiology as well as basics of physiotherapy with patients with:

* Stroke
* Traumatic brain injury
* Multipple Sclerosis
* Parkinsons
* Cerebral Palsy
* Memory deficits (Alzheimer disease, Dementia)
* Spinal Cord Injury
* Motor Neurone Disease

Grading scale

H-5

Evaluation methods and criteria

Study includes:

1. Exam (1-5)
2. Physiotherapy report of an own client (1-5)
3. Student attendance in the workshops is also evaluated (passed/failed)

Evaluation criteria, fail (0)

Student
- does not attend to the workshops (100% attendance).
- does not use evidence based practice in his/her client physiotherapy and does not show that in the physiotherapy report.
- does not take into account the safety of his/her own client and himself/herself.
- can not explain and justify his/her answers in the exam.

Evaluation criteria, satisfactory (1-2)

Student is able to use
- essential professional concepts when explaining various work practices and situations
– search for information in different sources
– report of his/her own client
– work under guidance using the skills and methods learned
– interact with customers and/or co-operation partners
– receive guidance
– work in pairs with the own client
– plan the progress of his/her work and use of time under guidance
– work safely and in accordance with the professional code of conduct
– follow the provided instructions and rules

Evaluation criteria, good (3-4)

Student is able to
- use professional concepts in a consistent manner when explaining various work practices and situations
- gather information and use his/her knowledge basis
- report in the agreed manner
- work using the skills and methods learned
– engage in professional interaction with customers and/or co-operation partners and identify their needs
– take part in guidance and utilise it
– engage in goal-oriented work with his/her pair
– plan and manage the progress of his/her work and use of time
– detect safety -related risks
– justify his/her actions in accordance with the professional code of conduct

Evaluation criteria, excellent (5)

Student is able to
– use professional concepts extensively
– compare and choose relevant information
– report and communicate in a professional manner
– work independently, using the skills and methods learned
– take responsibility for interaction with customers and/or co-operation partners and for responding to their needs
– anticipate his/her need for guidance
– promote the team’s work and team spirit (in this course in pairs)
– manage his/her time appropriately, completing the agreed tasks at the required quality level
– work responsibly, applying the skills and methods learned
– plan and evaluate their work, taking safety and/or ethical aspects into consideration

Enrollment

29.11.2021 - 05.12.2021

Timing

11.01.2022 - 23.03.2022

Number of ECTS credits allocated

5 op

RDI proportion

2 op

Mode of delivery

Contact teaching

Unit

Laurea Otaniemi

Campus

Laurea Otaniemi

Teaching languages
  • English
Seats

20 - 70

Degree programmes
  • Fysioterapeuttikoulutus (SFG2), Laurea Otaniemi (Finnish)
Teachers
  • Joni Heikkilä
  • Kati Nykänen
  • Pauliina Louhiala
  • Irma Karhu
  • Tapani Risto
Teacher in charge

Kati Nykänen

Groups
  • SFG220SN
    Fysioterapeuttikoulutus, päivätoteutus, S20, Otaniemi

Learning outcomes

The student is able to:
- describe the impact of disorders or defects in sensory functions on the client’s functional ability and mobility
- apply their expertise in physiotherapy and improve the client’s functioning functional ability and mobility taking into account the disorders of the central and peripheral nervous systems and the client’s resources
- evaluate the client’s functional capacity and changes to this as well as the effectiveness of physiotherapy

Teaching methods

In this course student will learn the basics of neurophysiology and physiotherapy of the most common neurological conditions. Study includes contact meetings, independent studying and working with own client under teachers supervision. The course includes workshops, where is 100% attendance.

.

Location and time

Orientation to the course is 11th of January 2022 at 9am at Zoom: https://laurea.zoom.us/j/63891893402

See other contact dates from timetable. Studies are from January to March 2022.

Learning materials and recommended literature

*Carr J & Shepherd R. 2010. Neurological Rehabilitation – Optimizing Motor Performance. 2nd edition. Churchill Livingstone.

*Fysioterapeuttiliiton Fysioterapiasuositukset: Parkinson potilaan fysioterapia http://www.suomenfysioterapeutit.fi/index.php/fysioterapiasuositukset

*Jehkonen, M., Saunamäki, T., Paavola, L. & Vilkki, J. (toim.). 2015. Kliininen neuropsykologia. Duodecim.
Osiot:
Havaintotoiminnot ja tarkkaavuuden häiriöt ss. 58-71 (ei neuropsyk. testit)
Toiminnanohjauksen häiriöt ss. 73-85 (ei neuropsyk. testit)
Näköön liittyvät toiminnot ja näköhavainnon häiriöt ss. 104-127 (ei neuropsyk. testit)
Ääni- ja puhetoiminnot sekä kielelliset häiriöt ss. 128-137 ja 142-143 (Afasiasta toipuminen)
Muistitoiminnot ja niiden häiriöt ss. 86-103 (ei neuropsyk. testit)
Tahdonalaisten liikkeiden häiriöt eli apraksiat ss. 152-166
Tunne-elämän ja käyttäytymisen säätelyn muutokset ss. 167-178

*Kauranen K. 2021. Fysioterapeutin käsikirja. SanomaPro. Helsinki.

*Käypä Hoito –suositus: Aivoinfarkti ja TIA http://www.kaypahoito.fi/
*Käypä Hoito –suositus: Aivovammat http://www.kaypahoito.fi/
*Käypä Hoito –suositus: MS–tauti http://www.kaypahoito.fi/
*Käypä Hoito –suositus : Parkinsonin tauti http://www.kaypahoito.fi/
*Käypä Hoito –suositus : Selkäydinvamma http://www.kaypahoito.fi/
*Käypä Hoito -suositus: Muistisairaudet http://kaypahoito.fi/

*Shumway-Cook A, & Woollacott MH. 2016. Motor control. Translating research into clinical practice. 4th edition. Lippincott Williams & Wilkins op.
*Soinila S, Kaste M, Somer H (toim.). 2006. Neurologia. 2nd edition. Duodecim. Gummerus Kirjapaino Oy. Jyväskylä.

Co-operation with working life and/or RDI

There are co-operation with the Health services in Espoo when students have their own patients in a course.

Important dates

Orientation to the course is 11th of January 2022 at 9am in Zoom: https://laurea.zoom.us/j/63891893402

Own clients on Wednesdays from the 2nd of February to the 16th of March 2022.

Forms of internationality

Study is suitable for exchange students.

Students workload

Studies includes attendance in lecturers and workshops in Otaniemi Campus as well as independent studying.

Own clients are seen on Wednesdays between 10:30-12:30 am from the 2nd of February to the 16th of March 2022

5 credit units means total of 135 hours of work for students.

Content and scheduling

Studies are from January to March 2022

Studies include the basics of neurophysiology as well as basics of physiotherapy with patients with:

* Stroke
* Traumatic brain injury
* Multipple Sclerosis
* Parkinsons
* Cerebral Palsy
* Memory deficits (Alzheimer disease, Dementia)
* Spinal Cord Injury
* Motor Neurone Disease

Grading scale

H-5

Evaluation methods and criteria

Study includes:

1. Exam (1-5)
2. Physiotherapy report of an own client (1-5)
3. Student attendance in the workshops is also evaluated (passed/failed)

Evaluation criteria, fail (0)

Student
- does not attend to the workshops (100% attendance).
- does not use evidence based practice in his/her client physiotherapy and does not show that in the physiotherapy report.
- does not take into account the safety of his/her own client and himself/herself.
- can not explain and justify his/her answers in the exam.

Evaluation criteria, satisfactory (1-2)

Student is able to use
- essential professional concepts when explaining various work practices and situations
– search for information in different sources
– report of his/her own client
– work under guidance using the skills and methods learned
– interact with customers and/or co-operation partners
– receive guidance
– work in pairs with the own client
– plan the progress of his/her work and use of time under guidance
– work safely and in accordance with the professional code of conduct
– follow the provided instructions and rules

Evaluation criteria, good (3-4)

Student is able to
- use professional concepts in a consistent manner when explaining various work practices and situations
- gather information and use his/her knowledge basis
- report in the agreed manner
- work using the skills and methods learned
– engage in professional interaction with customers and/or co-operation partners and identify their needs
– take part in guidance and utilise it
– engage in goal-oriented work with his/her pair
– plan and manage the progress of his/her work and use of time
– detect safety -related risks
– justify his/her actions in accordance with the professional code of conduct

Evaluation criteria, excellent (5)

Student is able to
– use professional concepts extensively
– compare and choose relevant information
– report and communicate in a professional manner
– work independently, using the skills and methods learned
– take responsibility for interaction with customers and/or co-operation partners and for responding to their needs
– anticipate his/her need for guidance
– promote the team’s work and team spirit (in this course in pairs)
– manage his/her time appropriately, completing the agreed tasks at the required quality level
– work responsibly, applying the skills and methods learned
– plan and evaluate their work, taking safety and/or ethical aspects into consideration