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General information

Subject type: Mandatory

Coordinator: Marc Terradellas Fernández

Trimester: First term

Credits: 4

Teaching staff: 

Juan José García Tirado
Luciana Moizé Arcone 

Teaching languages

  • Spanish
  • Catalan

Skills

Basic skills

  • B3_F That students have the ability to gather and interpret relevant data (usually within their area of ​​study), to make judgments that incorporate a reflection on relevant social, scientific and ethical issues

     

Specific skills

  • E3_F Know and understand the methods, procedures and physiotherapeutic actions, aimed both at the actual therapy to be applied in the clinic for re-education or functional recovery, as well as carrying out activities aimed at promoting and maintaining health

     

  • E5_F Assess the functional status of the patient, considering the physical, psychological and social aspects

     

  • E6_F Assess the diagnosis of physiotherapy care according to internationally recognized standards and validation instruments

     

  • E7_F Design the physiotherapy intervention plan according to criteria of adequacy, validity and efficiency

     

Transversal competences

  • T2_F Demonstrate ability to organize and plan

     

  • T3_F The student must be able to develop skills in interpersonal relationships and be able to work within an intra and interdisciplinary team

     

Description

The subject of Semiology and technology for evaluation is a compulsory training within the degree of Physiotherapy. It is a theoretical-practical subject.

Physiotherapy care is fundamental in the different aspects of professional intervention, both when the aim is prevention or when trying to recover or modify an altered body function. In this sense, the purpose of this subject is for the student to know and understand the process of clinical reasoning in order to make an appropriate diagnosis in physiotherapy. Also, the subject aims for the student to know and develop the appropriate skills to be able to carry out the main clinical functional assessment tests applied to the most frequent musculoskeletal pathologies; identifying tools and functional balances validated and recognized internationally.

The subject does not require any prerequisite for passing subjects by the student.

This subject aims to introduce the gender perspective in its content and development. In addition, the objectives are aligned with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) of the 2030 Agenda of the United Nations.

 

Contents

Topic 1: Theoretical principles

1.1. The diagnosis in Physiotherapy
1.2. General information on functional exploration
1.3. Theoretical principles of muscle exploration
1.4. Theoretical principles of articular exploration, goniometric
1.5. Functional tests and clinical evaluation

 

Topic 2: Physical examination and functional assessment of the shoulder girdle

2.1. Palpatory anatomical location of the anatomical reliefs
2.2. Muscle evaluation test of regional muscles
2.3. Joint articular goniometry of the shoulder
2.4. Diagnostic clinical tests on the scapular girdle

 

Topic 3: Physical examination and functional evaluation of the elbow region

3.1. Palpatory anatomical location of anatomical reliefs
3.2. Muscle evaluation test of regional muscles
3.3. Elbow goniometry of the elbow
3.4. Diagnostic clinical trials

 

Item 4: Physical examination and functional evaluation of the wrist and hand

4.1. Palpatory anatomical location of the carpal bones
4.2. Muscle evaluation test of regional muscles
4.3. Joint goniometry of the wrist and fingers
4.4. Diagnostic clinical trials

 

Item 5: Physical examination and functional evaluation of the pelvis and hip

5.1. Palpatory anatomical location of anatomical reliefs
5.2. Muscle evaluation test of regional muscles
5.3. Articular goniometry of the hip joint
5.4. Diagnostic clinical trials in the hip region

 

Item 6: Physical examination and functional evaluation of the knee

6.1. Palpatory anatomical location of anatomical reliefs
6.2. Muscle evaluation test of regional muscles
6.3. Articular goniometry of the femoro-tibial joint
6.4. Diagnostic clinical trials of the knee

 

Item 7: Physical examination and functional evaluation of the ankle and foot

7.1. Palpatory anatomical location of anatomical reliefs
7.2. Muscle evaluation test of regional muscles
7.3. Articular goniometry of the ankle joint
7.4. Diagnostic clinical trials of ankle and foot

 

 

 

Evaluation system

 

This subject will be evaluated following the indicators detailed in the following table:

Evaluation system Minimum weighting Maximum weighting
SE1. Electronic portfolio Present in several = 10% Present in several = 40%
SE2. Oral presentation Present in several = 20% Present in several = 50%
SE3.Examination Present in several = 30% Present in several = 60%
SE4.Self-assessment 5% Present in several = 30%
SE5. Peer assessment (2P2) or co-assessment 5% Present in several = 30%

 

A system of quantitative (from 0 to 10) and qualitative (suspended, approved, notable, excellent, honorary registration) is used according to RD 1125/2003. 

The evaluation system and the recovery period are detailed in the Learning Plan that is available in the virtual classroom at the beginning of the subject.  

According to UPF regulations, students who have the option to retake the subject are those who have obtained a "failing" grade, which is the only one that can be modified in the retake process.  

The total or partial copy in any of the learning activities will mean a "Not Presented" in the subject, without option to present in the proof of recovery and without prejudice of the opening of a file for this reason.

 

Assistance and Rules of Conduct

Attending class without respecting the basic rules of hygiene and uniform dress may be sanctioned. During the practices in class and especially during the assessment tests, students may not wear objects that could interfere with the execution of the techniques, such as rings, watches, bracelets, long earrings, etc. Likewise, hand hygiene will be essential, with short, clean, unpainted nails. Given the practical nature of the classes and in order to facilitate and correctly perform the manual palpation procedures and the execution of the evaluation tests, it will be necessary to wear appropriate clothing such as shorts and a top, considering that in many situations the anatomical region evaluated must be stripped of clothing to be able to observe and palpate the anatomical reliefs. It is an essential requirement to attend 80% of each of the practical blocks. Failure to comply with this requirement will result in the subject being suspended and having to be taken again next year.

 

REFERENCES

Basic

Cardellach, F.Grau, J.Mª. Rozman, C. Compendium of history and physical examination. Barcelona: Elsevier Masson; 2014

Daza Lesmes; J. Clinical-functional evaluation of human body movement. Bogotá: Panamericana; 2007.

Hislop, H. Avers, D. Brown, M. Daniels, and Worthingham: Muscle Balance Techniques. 9ª Editing. Barcelona: Elsevier; 2014.

Hoppenfeld, S. Physical Examination of the Vertebral Column and the Extremities. Modern Manual; 1979

Jurado Bueno, A. Medina Proqueres, I. Manual of Diagnostic Tests: Traumatology and Orthopedics. 2nd Ed. Barcelona: Paidotribo; 2007

Loudon, J. Bell, SL Johnston, J. Clinical Orthopedic Assessment Guide. Barcelona: Paidotribo; 2001

Tixa, S. Atlas of Palpatory Anatomy. 4th Edition. Barcelona: Elsevier Masson; 2012

Cleland, J., Koppenhaver, S., & Su, J. Netter. Clinical examination in orthopedics: An approach based on evidence. Elsevier Health Sciences, 2022.

Buckup, K. Buckup J. Clinical trials for bone, joint and muscle pathology. 5ª Editing. Barcelona: Elsevier Masson; 2013.

Complementary

Anne M. Gilory. Prometheus Text and Atlas of Anatomy. General anatomy and locomotor system. 2ª Editing. Panamericana; 2007.

Kapandji, AI Articular Physiology. 6th edition. Editorial Médica Panamericana; 2012.