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IPLUSO 22442

Nursing in Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation

Veterinary Nursing
  • ApresentaçãoPresentation
    Curricular unit that allows students to come into contact with the evolution and intensification of animal functional rehabilitation, focusing on intensive functional neuro-rehabilitation and regeneration of the nervous and musculoskeletal system.
  • ProgramaProgramme
    Approach to landmarks and the musculoskeletal system: Thoracic and pelvic limbs landmarks. Head and trunk landmarks. Postural, thoracic limb, pelvic limb, paraspinal and abdominal muscles. Muscle fibers I and II, muscle contraction, motor plate and muscular atrophy. Pain-spasm-pain cycle.   Spasticity and rigidity.   Physical Medicine and Animal Rehabilitation: Animal rehabilitation examination and rehabilitation measures (ROM and muscle mass). Passive kinesiotherapy (PROM).   Animal Rehabilitation Modalities: Thermotherapy, electrical muscle stimulation, ultrasound, magnet therapy, laser therapy, shock wave therapy and diathermy. How to handle and maintain the devices. Electrical stimulation protocols for neuromodulation.   Massage and stretching: Massage types, trigger and stress points. Stretches.   Hydrotherapy and locomotor training:  Applications. Intensive rehabilitation protocols; Neurorehabilitation for acute, sub-acute and chronic patients
  • ObjectivosObjectives
    Knowing the approach to landmarks and the musculoskeletal system. 2- Assist the veterinary surgeon during the rehabilitation examination. Knowing rehabilitation measures. Knowing how to run the animal rehabilitation exercises under the supervision of the veterinary surgeon. Knowning the animal rehabilitation modalities Knowing how to handle animal rehabilitation equipment. Knowing how to perform massage and stretching exercises, under the supervision of the veterinary surgeon.
  • BibliografiaBibliography
    Fantoni, D. (2012). Tratamento da Dor na Clínica de Pequenos Animais. Rio de Janeiro: Elsevier Saunders Martín, M. (2014). Manual de Fisioterapia en Pequeños Animales. Barcelona: Multimédica Ediciones Veterinarias 
  • MetodologiaMethodology
    Theory: exposure of theoretical content using media. Wanted student engagement through the analysis and discussion of concepts. Practice: must attend classes to complement the taught topics. Watching films in the context of activities. The evaluation: a - Continuous Assessment: Despite the strong practical component of this course, the assessment will not neglect the ability to apply theoretical knowledge. Specifically students will be assessed in relation to communication skills, teamwork, application of knowledge and proactivity. It will be even contemplated the development of a clinical  protocol.   b - Final Exam If the student does not get approval for continuous assessment may be assessed in the final exam.
  • LínguaLanguage
    Português
  • TipoType
    Semestral
  • ECTS
    2.5
  • NaturezaNature
    Optional
  • EstágioInternship
    Não