Manual Evaluation and Basics of Manual TherapyLaajuus (3 cr)
Course unit code: TH00CL24
General information
- Credits
- 3 cr
- Teaching language
- Finnish
Objective
The student is in physiotherapy process able to
• identify the palpable musculoskeletal structures.
• use muscle functions while palpating
• use the basics of classic massage
Content
Palpation as a means of physiotherapeutic examination, palpations of superficial bones and muscles. The use of classic massage in manual evaluation of soft tissue.
Qualifications
Participation to course
Musculoskeletal anatomy or similar knowledge