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Teaching is concentrated in the faculties and schools, and the departments deal with research, which is also conducted by institutes and chairs, at the same time responsible for knowledge promotion.
The contents of this subject aim to provide students with the ability to identify and understand the anatomical structures so they can establish a dynamic relationship with the functional organisation of said structures and their application in physiotherapy.General aspects of the human body.Upper limbs (osteology, arthrology, myology, neurology and angiology).Lower limbs (osteology, arthrology, myology, neurology and angiology).Trunk (osteology, arthrology, myology, neurology and angiology). Effects of physical exercise on the musculo-skeletal structures.
The contents of this subject aim to provide students with the ability to identify and understand the anatomical structures so they can establish a dynamic relationship with the functional organisation of said structures and their application in physiotherapy.Anatomy of the nervous system.Anatomy of the endocrine system.Anatomy of the circulatory system.Anatomy of the lymphatic and immunological system.Anatomy of the respiratory system.Anatomy of the digestive system.Anatomy of the renal system.Effects of physical exercise on the systems of the human body.
Study of the functioning of the human body.Study of the biochemical, physical and mechanical functions of the organism, and the interrelationship between the different organs of the human body.Physiological adaptations caused by physical activity.
Study of the cell as an elementary unit that forms the living beings.Study of the structure of the organelles and its main functions in the eukaryotic cell animal.Descriure the main elements of the intercellular communication.Study of the extracellular matrix and the main animal tissues
Studying the structure and main functions of biomolecules.Describing the metabolic pathways that govern our organism.Knowing the processes that allow for the expression of genetic information.
In this subject the mechanics of solids, fluids and electromagnetic fields are formally described as the basis of how the musculoskeletal system works and of using therapeutic agents in physiotherapy.Levers, moments and vectors as basic principles of the articular movement of the body.
The content is designed to help students gain the skills and knowledge required to use English at an excellent academic level.
This subject aims to provide students with the tools they need to suitably develop practical and theoretical skills within the framework of passive articular movement.The theoretical bases and development of methods and basic procedures for physiotherapy treatments.Mobilisation, traction and manipulation techniques and their basic application in pertinent cases.
The content aims to provide the skills required to evaluate the functional state of the patient/user from the perspective of physiotherapy, considering physical, psychological and social aspects.Identifying normal and altered structures through palpation.Specific tests for diagnosing musculoskeletal injuries.
The aim is to provide students with theoretical and practical training in specific psychological and social aspects involved in the field of physiotherapy.Thus, this subject focuses on studying the interaction processes between the individual and their environment in the area of health.Effects of doing physical exercise on the psychological and social aspects of human beings.
From a holistic and ethical perspective, anthropology proposes analysing the cultural causes and conflicts that affect health, its imbalance and their social repercussions.This course increases sensitivity towards inequality, providing students with the communication tools and bioethical frameworks that will allow them to interact effectively with patients. The various communication models that can be used to develop the skills required to understand the patient in an integral way.The multifactorial and cultural composition of a person as a basis for treatment that includes considering an individual’s biopsychosocial sphere.
Specific techniques and methods for physiotherapy measures and their application for different pathologies and for preserving health.Physiological effects of massage and its indications and contraindications.Specific massage therapy techniques such as lymphatic drainage and deep friction massage.
In this subject students will learn the bases of applying physical agents in physiotherapy.To better understand its application, this course will cover scientific concepts and principles, thermal and non-thermal modalities, electrical stimulation modalities and their indications, contraindications, risks and precautions.At the same time students will put theory into practice to observe the real effects of treatments.
Also known as the anatomy of movement, the subject biomechanics covers the physical principles of mechanics applied to the musculoskeletal system and functioning of human beings.Laws of kinetics and kinematics to describe human movement.Biomechanics of the main joints involved in human movement.Technological advances used to study the skills and patterns of human motor function.
Kinesitherapy and specific treatment techniques.Analytical stretches in their different techniques.Concept of neurodynamics and application of basic techniques.Proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation.
Addressing and treating physiotherapy patients with locomotor system injuries.Specific physiotherapy treatments for bone, joint and soft tissue injuries.Addressing and treating physiotherapy patients with amputations and serious burns.
Knowledge and basis of structural osteopathic treatment from the perspective of physiotherapy.Osteopathic principles.Fundamentals of technique.Basic techniques of manual therapy, their indications, contraindications and application.
Knowing the body elements that allow us to maintain balance and adopt a certain posture. Understanding the holistic functioning of our body and how human beings evolve due to internal and external stimuli.Body diagram.Posture.The diaphragm.Schools or families.Applying techniques.
Subject for physiotherapy students that aims to be a clinical guide for physiotherapists who need to detect the possible existence of systemic pathologies from musculoskeletal symptoms.Osteoarticular pain.The main illnesses, syndromes and pains and their relationship with musculoskeletal pain.Radiological bases.Pharmacodynamics and pharmacokinetics of different medicines and their use.
Pathologies of the locomotor system and their aetiology, diagnosis and treatment.In the treatment section, special attention will be paid to surgical treatment.Orthopaedic pathology.Pathology specific to different areas and joints of the upper limbs, the lower limbs and the spinal column.
Based on knowledge of the person within the context of health and illness and their basic needs, care of individuals with either medical or traumatic pathology and providing basic care in health emergencies.Oxygenation requirements.Requirements for keeping the skin intact.Elimination requirements.The need to move and maintain good posture.Protective measures (hospital hygiene).Guides to deal with emergencies.
The course will help students to identify the most appropriate physiotherapy treatment for different processes of alteration, prevention and health promotion, and in process and development procedures.Identifying the situation of the patient/user through a diagnosis of physiotherapy treatments, planning interventions, and assessing their effectiveness in a cooperative work environment with other health science professionals.Knowing and applying the best clinical practice guidelines.Physiotherapy in obstetrics and urology.Geriatric physiotherapy.Paediatric physiotherapy.
Evaluation and treatment of the different neurological alterations caused by injury to the nervous system.Neurological injuries and illnesses.Evolution of neurological physiotherapy techniques.Principles of neurorehabilitation.Developing treatment plans through applying neurological physiotherapy techniques.
Notions of the anatomy and biomechanics of the thoracopulmonary system and the physiology and pathophysiology of cardiac and respiratory illnesses.The physical properties of the locomotor system and the defence mechanisms of the airways will also be studied. Knowledge will be gained of the main respiratory (obstructive and restrictive) and cardiac illnesses and their effect on a physiotherapy level.Students will learn about the main respiratory examinations, as well as the basics of respiratory physiotherapy techniques both at a ventilation level and at the level of draining secretions.Another aim of the subject is to learn the main cardiopulmonary rehabilitation methods.
Study of the anatomy, functioning and relation of the temporomandibular joint within the organism as a whole.Pathology.Habits.Diagnostic imaging.Basic treatments in ATM alterations.Interdisciplinary work for managing injuries to the temporomandibular joint.
From the perspective of equity, the impacts that environmental processes, work, education, diet and so on have on health are analysed,together with how epidemiology, health awareness, protection, prevention and promotion can lessen them; identifying health management and organisation as an essential tool for fostering health in communities.Deontology and bioethics.Current legislation.Occupational risk prevention.Administration and management within the health system.
The aim is for students to receive theoretical and practical training on preparing and developing research projects.To do so, concepts are analysed, strategies are developed and practical exercises proposed within the area of health.Basics of scientific research.Characteristics and stages of research.Problems and aims of research.Bibliographical review.Hypothesis and variables.Design of research works. Obtaining data in scientific research.Data analysis and interpretation of results.
Introduction to the pathological disorder of movement and gait with a neurological origin through knowledge of the physiology of the central and peripheral nervous systems, complementary examinations in neurology and the major child and adult illnesses.Motor system functioning.Gait analysis in neurological alterations.Tools for diagnosing and treating different neurological pathologies.
The bases of the physical and biomechanical properties of the cardiorespiratory system will be studied.Students will learn about the pathophysiology of the main cardiac and respiratory pathologies.The bases of the main complementary tests in the respiratory area and their interpretation will be studied.
The content of this subject is designed to describe the main rheumatology complaints from the perspective of physiotherapy with an interdisciplinary focus.Being able to recognise the state of health of a patient through a rheumatology evaluation, establishing a physiotherapy treatment plan that fulfils the originally proposed objectives and later evaluating the results obtained.Identifying the different types of pain and knowing the physical and pharmacological treatments available for them.Acquiring general knowledge about the radiological and other tests used to diagnose and monitor rheumatic patients.
The aim of the practicum is to establish an exchange between the theoretical knowledge, observation and decision-making needed to practise physiotherapy.The development of the profession in health centres, hospitals and other care centres to integrate all the knowledge, skills, abilities, attitudes and values acquired in all the subjects.
In this subject students will learn to treat an injury from beginning to end.To better understand how to treat the injury, techniques previously learned during the degree (anatomy, biomechanics, manual therapy and so on) must be usedin addition to new knowledge (D-Block, retraining, pelvic examination and so on).These techniques and knowledge must be mixed and the student must know which of them to apply, when and in what situations.Basics of physical conditioning for doing physical activity and re-adaptation for competitive sport.This is why the knowledge imparted in other subjects is very important to be able to correctly apply physiotherapy and sport techniques.
In this subject students will learn to design and develop interactive computer tools to help physiotherapists perform their professional role, encompassing evaluation, diagnosis and treatment.
In this subject students will be learn to design and develop physiotherapy applications for mobile devices to help physiotherapists perform their professional role, encompassing evaluation, diagnosis and treatment.
Radiological tests are becoming increasingly important for diagnosing, handling and treating all illnesses.In this subject students will learn in a practical way all the essential concepts of diagnostics imaging that will be of use to them in their work as physiotherapists.
The subject is designed to provide students with the opportunity to acquire advanced knowledge of English (C1) specifically to exercise the profession of physiotherapist.
Preparation of an original work within the context of physiotherapy and/or new technologies and its defence in front of a panel.
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