Learn and acquire the ability to correctly identify the most accurate assessment tools, also on the basis of scientific evidence.
Course Prerequisites
Knowledge of anatomy, palpatory anatomy, as well as basic notions of muscle strength testing and ROM assessment.
Teaching Methods
The course is based on lectures, carried out through PowerPoint presentations. Practice of some of the clinical tests.
Assessment Methods
The exam consists of a written test, in which the skills acquired are assessed through open and multiple-choice questions. The evaluation of the test is carried out in thirtieths.
Texts
Sahrmann SA. Diagnosis by the physical therapist: a prerequisite for treatment. Phys Ther. 1988;68:1703–1706. Mokkink LB, Terwee CB, Patrick DL, Alonso J, Stratford PW, Knol DL. The COSMIN study reached international consensus on taxonomy, terminology, and definitions of measurement properties for health-related patient-reported outcomes. J Clin Epidemiol. 2010;63(7):737–745. https://www.sralab.org/rehabilitation-measures Guidelines from JOSPT.
Contents
Clinical tests, scales, questionnaires and instrumental assessments. Diagnostic accuracy of tests (sensitivity and specificity), psychometric properties of scales and their application. Scales and tests for the assessment of balance. Discriminatory ability in identifying subjects at risk of falling. Tests and scales for the assessment of trunk control, mobility and strength in subjects with neurological diseases. Assessment of the subject with orthopedic diseases. Clinical tests, scales and questionnaires for the assessment of the subject with ankle sprain, according to international guidelines (e.g. JOSPT). Clinical tests, scales and questionnaires for the assessment of the subject with knee pathologies (ACL and meniscus injury), according to international guidelines (e.g. JOSPT).
