Option 4 - Physiotherapy in Occupational Health

Métodos de ensino

Expository and interactive methodology in the development of theoretical classes. Demonstrative and interactive methodology in theoretical-practical classes, where students in groups will develop an intervention project in the area of physiotherapy in Occupational Health. In seminar typology classes, experts will be invited to share experiences and deepen knowledge.

Objetivos de Unidade Curricular

• Define and contextualize Physiotherapy in Occupational Health in different contexts;
• Identify the role of the Physiotherapist in Occupational Health;
• Design intervention plans for Occupational Health in different types of population throughout the life cycle;
• Build intervention and self-management plans throughout the rehabilitation process;
• Describe the main types of risk mechanisms in Occupational Health;
• Structure and apply evaluation systems according to the clinical condition;
• Structuring and implementing intervention plans for disabilities associated with Occupational Health;
• Planning and implementation of dysfunction prevention programs in different populations and contexts of Occupational Health;
• Develop skills in critical thinking and problem solving, as well as communication, collaborative, adaptation and resilience skills, as well as in terms of initiative and creativity;

Estagios

Nao

Programa

• Physiotherapy in Occupational Health: definition and context;
• The Role of the Physiotherapist in Occupational Health;
• Intervention plans for Occupational Health in different contexts of the world of work;
• Intervention and self-management plans throughout the rehabilitation process;
• Types of risk mechanisms in Occupational Health;
• Evaluation strategies according to the clinical condition;
• Intervention plans for disabilities associated with Occupational Health;
• Development of skills in critical thinking and problem solving, as well as communication, collaborative, adaptation and resilience skills, as well as in terms of initiative and creativity;

Métodos de Avaliação

Final Exam

Exam: 100.0%

Continuous Evaluation

Presentation and Discussion: 30.0%

Group Work-Poster: 70.0%

Itens Bibliograficos

Reho, T. T., Atkins, S. A., Talola, N., Viljamaa, M., Sumanen, M. P., &Amp; Uitti, J. (2019). Frequent Attenders In Occupational Health Primary Care: A Cross-Sectional Study. Scandinavian Journal Of Public Health, 47(1), 28-36.

Prall, J., &Amp; Ross, M. (2019). The Management Of Work-Related Musculoskeletal Injuries In An Occupational Health Setting: The Role Of The Physical Therapist. Journal Of Exercise Rehabilitation, 15(2), 193.

Holtermann, A., Straker, L., Lee, I. M., Van Der Beek, A. J., &Amp; Stamatakis, E. (2020). Long Overdue Remarriage For Better Physical Activity Advice For All: Bringing Together The Public Health And Occupational Health Agendas.

Babatunde, F., Macdermid, J., &Amp; Macintyre, N. (2017). Characteristics Of Therapeutic Alliance In Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy And Occupational Therapy Practice: A Scoping Review Of The Literature. Bmc Health Services Research, 17(1), 1-23.