Study Guide

Learning outcomes

The student is able to:
- examine and assess the client’s movements, mobility, and functioning in an appropriate manner
- use physiotherapy examination and assessment methods based on observation, interviewing, palpation and measurement
- document evidence-based physiotherapy according to the client’s physiotherapy process

Grading scale

H-5

Learning outcomes

The student is able to:
- examine and assess the client’s movements, mobility, and functioning in an appropriate manner
- use physiotherapy examination and assessment methods based on observation, interviewing, palpation and measurement
- document evidence-based physiotherapy according to the client’s physiotherapy process

Teaching methods

The implementation plan is available in Finnish.

Grading scale

H-5

Learning outcomes

The student is able to:
- examine and assess the client’s functioning and environments during the physiotherapy process
- promote the client’s functioning by applying central physiotherapy methods
- act following the evidence-based physiotherapy and evaluate own professional development

Grading scale

Approved/Failed

Learning outcomes

The student is able to:
- examine and assess the client’s functioning and environments during the physiotherapy process
- promote the client’s functioning by applying central physiotherapy methods
- act following the evidence-based physiotherapy and evaluate own professional development

Teaching methods

The implementation plan is available in Finnish.

Grading scale

Approved/Failed

Learning outcomes

The student is able to:
- describe the key concepts and the time span of the tissue healing process regarding different types of tissue.
- describe body structures, functions, and impairments that limit the client´s functioning and mobility
- assess the significance of functional limitations concerning the individual’s functioning and activities from a physiotherapy perspective.

Grading scale

H-5

Learning outcomes

The student is able to:
- apply in a client-centred manner the information gained in the examination and assessment of the client’s functioning in clinical reasoning in physiotherapy
- draw up a physiotherapy diagnosis for the client
- apply creative problem solution when preparing the objectives and the plan for the physiotherapy process
- assess the client’s physiotherapy process and the decisions made by themselves in a critical manner

Teaching methods

The implementation plan is available in Finnish.

Grading scale

H-5

Learning outcomes

The Student is able to
- describe digital services from rehabilitation perspective
- evaluate various services and the renewal of services
- innovate and develop new digital services and service processes

Grading scale

H-5

Learning outcomes

The Student is able to
- describe digital services from rehabilitation perspective
- evaluate various services and the renewal of services
- innovate and develop new digital services and service processes

Teaching methods

The implementation plan is available in Finnish.

Grading scale

H-5

Learning outcomes

The student is able to:
- describe the basics of psychophysical physiotherapy from the holistic view of the human being
- assess the client’s resources when promoting functional capasity
- support the client’s experiences and body awareness
- assess the effectiveness of physiotherapy and create new psychophysical practices that promote the client’s mental functions

Teaching methods

Learning outcomes of the course:
The student is able to:
- describe the basics of psychophysical physiotherapy from the holistic view of the human being
- assess the client’s resources when promoting functional capasity
- support the client’s experiences and body awareness
- assess the effectiveness of physiotherapy and create new psychophysical practices that promote the client’s mental functions

Learning materials and recommended literature

Study module material in Canvas and material shared in workshops

Grading scale

H-5

Learning outcomes

The student is able to:
- describe the basics of psychophysical physiotherapy from the holistic view of the human being
- assess the client’s resources when promoting functional capasity
- support the client’s experiences and body awareness
- assess the effectiveness of physiotherapy and create new psychophysical practices that promote the client’s mental functions

Teaching methods

Learning outcomes of the course:
The student is able to:
- describe the basics of psychophysical physiotherapy from the holistic view of the human being
- assess the client’s resources when promoting functional capasity
- support the client’s experiences and body awareness
- assess the effectiveness of physiotherapy and create new psychophysical practices that promote the client’s mental functions

Learning materials and recommended literature

Palomäki, K. & Siira, J. 2022. Kehon viisaat viestit kuuntele, tiedosta ja voi paremmin. Kirjapaja; Helsinki.
Probst, M., Skjaerven, L. H., 2018. Physiotherapy in Mental Health and Psychiatry
Lönnqvist, J., Henriksson, M., Marttunen, M. & Partonen, T. (toim.) 2014 (tai uudempi painos). Psykiatria.

Grading scale

H-5

Learning outcomes

The student is able to:
- describe the central physiotherapy methods and their foundations in promoting of the client’s functioning (physical treatments, manipulation of soft tissues, mobilization, and stabilization of joints)
- select and use appropriate physiotherapy methods in a safe and justified manner
- assess the suitability and effectiveness of these methods

Grading scale

H-5

Learning outcomes

The student is able to:
- describe the central physiotherapy methods and their foundations in promoting of the client’s functioning (physical treatments, manipulation of soft tissues, mobilization, and stabilization of joints)
- select and use appropriate physiotherapy methods in a safe and justified manner
- assess the suitability and effectiveness of these methods

Teaching methods

The implementation plan is available in Finnish.

Grading scale

H-5

Learning outcomes

The student is able to
- describe the requirements and legislation related to entrepreneurship and working as a private practitioner in physiotherapy
- describe user-centred needs and objectives in the development of well-being services as a part of multidisciplinary innovation environments
- apply service design on an entrepreneurial basis in promoting the well-being of rehabilitation clients
- assess the potential of strategic business operations in service design implemented on an entrepreneurial basis in promoting the well-being of rehabilitation clients

Grading scale

H-5

Learning outcomes

The student is able to
- describe the requirements and legislation related to entrepreneurship and working as a private practitioner in physiotherapy
- describe user-centred needs and objectives in the development of well-being services as a part of multidisciplinary innovation environments
- apply service design on an entrepreneurial basis in promoting the well-being of rehabilitation clients
- assess the potential of strategic business operations in service design implemented on an entrepreneurial basis in promoting the well-being of rehabilitation clients

Teaching methods

The implementation plan is available in Finnish.

Grading scale

H-5

Learning outcomes

The student is able to
- describe the basic structure and functions of the human body
- apply knowledge on the anatomy of the musculoskeletal system and general physiology in professional activity

Teaching methods

The implementation plan is available in Finnish.

Grading scale

H-5

Learning outcomes

The student is able to
- describe the basic structure and functions of the nervous system
- describe the human body’s structure and functions from the perspective of biomechanics and exercise physiology
- evaluate the impact of exercise on the human body’s regulatory systems and physical capacity
- apply information on the measurement of a client’s physical capacity and assessment of the client’s ability to take part in exercise

Grading scale

H-5

Learning outcomes

The student is able to
- describe the basic structure and functions of the nervous system
- describe the human body’s structure and functions from the perspective of biomechanics and exercise physiology
- evaluate the impact of exercise on the human body’s regulatory systems and physical capacity
- apply information on the measurement of a client’s physical capacity and assessment of the client’s ability to take part in exercise

Grading scale

H-5

Learning outcomes

The student is able to
- describe the stages of human growth and development
- observe the psychomotor development of a child
- analyse an individual’s movements and mobility
- draw conclusions about a child’s activity and functional ability

Teaching methods

The implementation plan is available in Finnish.

Grading scale

H-5

Learning outcomes

The student is able to:
- evaluate and develop his/her own actions as a member of a work community and as a manager
- apply labour law and collective agreements
- evaluate the work community and well-being at work

Grading scale

H-5

Learning outcomes

The student is able to:
- evaluate and develop his/her own actions as a member of a work community and as a manager
- apply labour law and collective agreements
- evaluate the work community and well-being at work

Grading scale

H-5

Learning outcomes

The student is able to:
- describe physiotherapy as a part of the multidisciplinary rehabilitation system
- implement and assess physiotherapy in the development of services and utilize client-centred networks and partnerships
- evaluate the potential of quality and management of physiotherapy work and entrepreneurial activities in the development of user-centred services
- build and evaluate their professionality and its development in client-centred rehabilitation communities and multidisciplinary networks developing rehabilitation services

Grading scale

Approved/Failed

Learning outcomes

The student is able to:
- describe physiotherapy as a part of the multidisciplinary rehabilitation system
- implement and assess physiotherapy in the development of services and utilize client-centred networks and partnerships
- evaluate the potential of quality and management of physiotherapy work and entrepreneurial activities in the development of user-centred services
- build and evaluate their professionality and its development in client-centred rehabilitation communities and multidisciplinary networks developing rehabilitation services

Grading scale

Approved/Failed

Learning outcomes

The student is able to:
- describe multi-professional rehabilitation and physiotherapy as a profession and as a science, and understand and evaluate their significance in society
- evaluate client-centred and ethical actions in physiotherapy
- act in a client-centred manner in the client’s various environments

Teaching methods

The implementation plan is available in Finnish.

Grading scale

H-5

Learning outcomes

The student is able to
- evaluate and enhance the client’s participation and physical activity in a variety of environments 
- adapt the variety of methods of physiotherapeutic advising, guidance, therapeutic exercise, and health promotion for clients of different ages 
- guide appropriate applied physical activity services to the client 
- co-operate in a multidisciplinary context with other service providers and persons in the field of adapted physical activities.

Grading scale

H-5

Learning outcomes

The student is able to
- evaluate and enhance the client’s participation and physical activity in a variety of environments 
- adapt the variety of methods of physiotherapeutic advising, guidance, therapeutic exercise, and health promotion for clients of different ages 
- guide appropriate applied physical activity services to the client 
- co-operate in a multidisciplinary context with other service providers and persons in the field of adapted physical activities.

Grading scale

H-5

Learning outcomes

The student is able to
- evaluate and enhance the client’s participation and physical activity in a variety of environments 
- adapt the variety of methods of physiotherapeutic advising, guidance, therapeutic exercise, and health promotion for clients of different ages 
- guide appropriate applied physical activity services to the client 
- co-operate in a multidisciplinary context with other service providers and persons in the field of adapted physical activities.

Grading scale

H-5

Learning outcomes

The student is able to
- evaluate and enhance the client’s participation and physical activity in a variety of environments 
- adapt the variety of methods of physiotherapeutic advising, guidance, therapeutic exercise, and health promotion for clients of different ages 
- guide appropriate applied physical activity services to the client 
- co-operate in a multidisciplinary context with other service providers and persons in the field of adapted physical activities.

Teaching methods

The implementation plan is available in Finnish.

Grading scale

H-5

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 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

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

Learning outcomes

The student is able to:
- describe the significance of the impairments of the cardiovascular system and respiratory system concerning a person’s wellbeing and functioning
- assess the performance of the cardiovascular and respiratory systems in persons of different ages
- provide guidance on good lifestyle choices to people of different ages

Teaching methods

The implementation plan is available in Finnish.

Grading scale

H-5

Learning outcomes

The student is able to:
- describe the significance of the impairments of the cardiovascular system and respiratory system concerning a person’s wellbeing and functioning
- assess the performance of the cardiovascular and respiratory systems in persons of different ages
- provide guidance on good lifestyle choices to people of different ages

Teaching methods

The implementation plan is available in Finnish.

Grading scale

H-5

Learning outcomes

The student is able to:
- describe the basic principles of a progressive therapeutic exercise in different operating environments
- Use therapeutic exercise methods in a justified, client-centred and safe way to prevent and repair impairment of body function and structures, activity limitations, and participation restrictions.
- evaluate the suitability and effectiveness of the client’s goal-oriented therapeutic exercise

Grading scale

H-5

Learning outcomes

The student is able to:
- describe the basic principles of a progressive therapeutic exercise in different operating environments
- Use therapeutic exercise methods in a justified, client-centred and safe way to prevent and repair impairment of body function and structures, activity limitations, and participation restrictions.
- evaluate the suitability and effectiveness of the client’s goal-oriented therapeutic exercise

Grading scale

H-5

Learning outcomes

The student is able to:
- describe the basic principles of a progressive therapeutic exercise in different operating environments
- Use therapeutic exercise methods in a justified, client-centred and safe way to prevent and repair impairment of body function and structures, activity limitations, and participation restrictions.
- evaluate the suitability and effectiveness of the client’s goal-oriented therapeutic exercise

Teaching methods

The implementation plan is available in Finnish.

Grading scale

H-5

Learning outcomes

The student is able to:
- develop physical functioning and activities for different client groups and individuals in an appropriate and goal-oriented manner using the physiotherapy methods, guidance and counseling in physiotherapy
- critically evaluate personal professional actions and actively develop their own work and field of expertise by using investigative and developmental approaches
- evaluate and justify the use of physiotherapy in the reform and development of client-centred services in various contexts

Grading scale

Approved/Failed

Learning outcomes

The student is able to:
- develop physical functioning and activities for different client groups and individuals in an appropriate and goal-oriented manner using the physiotherapy methods, guidance and counseling in physiotherapy
- critically evaluate personal professional actions and actively develop their own work and field of expertise by using investigative and developmental approaches
- evaluate and justify the use of physiotherapy in the reform and development of client-centred services in various contexts

Teaching methods

The implementation plan is available in Finnish.

Grading scale

Approved/Failed

Learning outcomes

The student is able to
- describe the impact of the most common musculoskeletal diseases and functional limitations on an individual’s mobility and functioning
- apply clinical reasoning and skills of differential diagnostics in the design and implementation of client-centred physiotherapy
- evaluate the suitability and effectiveness of physiotherapy

Teaching methods

The implementation plan is available in Finnish.

Grading scale

H-5

Learning outcomes

The student is able to:
- act as a member of the work community and promote the well-being of the community
- support the well-being of the actors in various workplace situations
- evaluate the health and well-being of the employees and the work community from the occupational physiotherapy perspective
- develop work and working environments based on a physiotherapy assessment

Teaching methods

The implementation plan is available in Finnish.

Grading scale

H-5

Learning outcomes

The student is able to:
- act as a member of the work community and promote the well-being of the community
- support the well-being of the actors in various workplace situations
- evaluate the health and well-being of the employees and the work community from the occupational physiotherapy perspective
- develop work and working environments based on a physiotherapy assessment

Teaching methods

The implementation plan is available in Finnish.

Grading scale

H-5

Learning outcomes

The student is able to:
- describe the significance of the impairments of the cardiovascular system and respiratory system concerning a person’s wellbeing and functioning
- assess the performance of the cardiovascular and respiratory systems in persons of different ages
- provide guidance on good lifestyle choices to people of different ages

Teaching methods

The implementation plan is available in Finnish.

Grading scale

H-5

Learning outcomes

The student is able to:
- describe the basic principles of a progressive therapeutic exercise in different operating environments
- Use therapeutic exercise methods in a justified, client-centred and safe way to prevent and repair impairment of body function and structures, activity limitations, and participation restrictions.
- evaluate the suitability and effectiveness of the client’s goal-oriented therapeutic exercise

Teaching methods

The implementation plan is available in Finnish.

Grading scale

H-5

Learning outcomes

The student is able to:
- act as a member of the work community and promote the well-being of the community
- support the well-being of the actors in various workplace situations
- evaluate the health and well-being of the employees and the work community from the occupational physiotherapy perspective
- develop work and working environments based on a physiotherapy assessment

Teaching methods

The implementation plan is available in Finnish.

Grading scale

H-5

Learning outcomes

The student is able to:
- evaluate and develop his/her own actions as a member of a work community and as a manager
- apply labour law and collective agreements
- evaluate the work community and well-being at work

Grading scale

H-5

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

Learning outcomes

The student is able to:
- apply in a client-centred manner the information gained in the examination and assessment of the client’s functioning in clinical reasoning in physiotherapy
- draw up a physiotherapy diagnosis for the client
- apply creative problem solution when preparing the objectives and the plan for the physiotherapy process
- assess the client’s physiotherapy process and the decisions made by themselves in a critical manner

Teaching methods

The implementation plan is available in Finnish.

Grading scale

H-5

Learning outcomes

The student is able to
- describe the impact of the most common musculoskeletal diseases and functional limitations on an individual’s mobility and functioning
- apply clinical reasoning and skills of differential diagnostics in the design and implementation of client-centred physiotherapy
- evaluate the suitability and effectiveness of physiotherapy

Teaching methods

The implementation plan is available in Finnish.

Grading scale

H-5

Learning outcomes

The student is able to:
- examine and assess the client’s movements, mobility, and functioning in an appropriate manner
- use physiotherapy examination and assessment methods based on observation, interviewing, palpation and measurement
- document evidence-based physiotherapy according to the client’s physiotherapy process

Teaching methods

The implementation plan is available in Finnish.

Grading scale

H-5

Learning outcomes

The Student is able to
- describe digital services from rehabilitation perspective
- evaluate various services and the renewal of services
- innovate and develop new digital services and service processes

Teaching methods

The implementation plan is available in Finnish.

Grading scale

H-5

Learning outcomes

The student is able to
- evaluate and enhance the client’s participation and physical activity in a variety of environments 
- adapt the variety of methods of physiotherapeutic advising, guidance, therapeutic exercise, and health promotion for clients of different ages 
- guide appropriate applied physical activity services to the client 
- co-operate in a multidisciplinary context with other service providers and persons in the field of adapted physical activities.

Grading scale

H-5

Learning outcomes

The student is able to
- describe the requirements and legislation related to entrepreneurship and working as a private practitioner in physiotherapy
- describe user-centred needs and objectives in the development of well-being services as a part of multidisciplinary innovation environments
- apply service design on an entrepreneurial basis in promoting the well-being of rehabilitation clients
- assess the potential of strategic business operations in service design implemented on an entrepreneurial basis in promoting the well-being of rehabilitation clients

Teaching methods

The implementation plan is available in Finnish.

Grading scale

H-5