Basics of the psychophysical approach in physiotherapyLaajuus (5 cr)

Objective

You can define the most central theoretical foundations and concepts of the psychophysical physiotherapy approach.
You can describe the typical target groups, goals, content and methods of psychophysical physiotherapy to the client and other healthcare professionals.
You know and can define the importance of the physiotherapist's own body awareness and self-regulation in the client relationship of psychophysical physiotherapy, and you can recognize the phenomena of stress in your own body.

Content

What are the main theoretical foundations and concepts of the psychophysical physiotherapy approach?
How do you define and describe the approach of psychophysical physiotherapy to a client or healthcare professional?
How and why does the physiotherapist observe the sensations of their own body?
What methods can you use to support your own self-regulation?

Evaluation

Graduation of competences

The student can
a. use professional terms competently in different situations.
b. critically evaluate the sources of information used.
e. select and justify appropriate models, methods, software and techniques.
g. critically apply ethical principles in a range of situations.

Qualifications

Knowledge of the general principles of physiotherapy and the progression of the rehabilitation process is recommended.
The course can be selected as a part of the professional supplementary studies of the physiotherapist degree.