Universitat Internacional de Catalunya
Kinesiotherapy 2
Other languages of instruction: English, Spanish
Teaching staff
Introduction
This subject of Kinesitherapy 2 represents the initiation and learning of the theoretical and conceptual bases of active Kinesitherapy, as well as its general principles.
The subject is integrated by active and instrumental kinesitherapy, which treat the application at the preventive and therapeutic level through active exercises.
Pre-course requirements
No prerequisites are established.
Objectives
- Know the most common terminology used in Physiotherapy.
- Know the basic techniques of exercise therapy, recovery and the most important healing processes in the field of Physiotherapy.
- Acquire adequate the proper means of knowledge in Physiotherapy.
- Promote human and social attitudes in relation to the work as professionals.
Competences/Learning outcomes of the degree programme
- 01 - Have the ability to analyze and synthesize.
- 02 - The ability to organize and plan.
- 06 - To have comprehensive problem-solving skills.
- 07 - Demonstrate decision-making skills.
- 10 - Develop autonomous learning skills.
- 12 - To be creative.
- 17 - The ability to work responsibly and autonomously, so as to handle job-related activities without the need for strict supervision.
- 19 - The capacity to lead work teams effectively and efficiently.
- 23 - Knowledge of the principles and theories of physics, biomechanics, kinesiology and ergonomics applicable to physiotherapy.
- 25 - Knowledge of the principles and applications of measurement procedures in biomechanics and electrophysiology.
- 26 - Knowledge of the application of ergonomic and anthropometric principles.
- 28.3 - Show respect, appreciation and sensitivity towards the work of others.
- 29 - Knowledge of healthcare education theory and awareness of the student's own lifelong learning process.
- 30.1 - Teamwork skills.
- 37.2 - Commitment to ethical conduct.
- 43 - Knowledge of physiotherapeutic procedures based on techniques and methods specific to physiotherapy interventions applied to the various disorders of all systems and medical and surgical specialisations, as well as health promotion and disease prevention.
- 50.10 - The ability to establish a scheduled plan to follow during treatment.
- 50.3 - The ability to design and apply kinesitherapy procedures, mobility, manipulation, massage, manual therapy, osteopathy, chiropractics and other manual techniques.
- 50.7 - The ability to establish and apply group treatments to individuals with similar health conditions.
- 50.8 - The ability to encourage the client and family to participate in the rehabilitation process.
- 50.9 - The ability to prevent and avoid risks when applying treatment.
Syllabus
Unit 1. Basic concepts of Active Kinesiotherapy.
- Theoretical bases of Kinesiotherapy.
- General principles of Active Kinesiotherapy: assisted, free and resisted.
Unit 2. Active Kinesiotherapy in the lower extremities.
- Active Kinesiotherapy implementation in the lower extremities with a therapeutic and preventive objective.
Unit 3. Active Kinesiotherapy in the upper extremities.
- Application measures of Active Kinesiotherapy in the upper extremities with a therapeutic and preventive objective.
Unit 4. Active Kinesiotherapy in the vertebral column.
- Active Kinesiotherapy implementation in the vertebral column with a therapeutic and preventive objective.
Teaching and learning activities
In person
- Training activity
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S T-P. Theoretical-practical seminar. The purpose is to build and apply knowledge through interaction and activity. They are supervised monographic sessions with shared participation. The workplace is the "classroom-gym".
- Teaching methodology
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ML. Master lesson. Transmission of knowledge and activation of cognitive processes of the student.
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CM. Case method. Acquisition of learning through the analysis of real or simulated clinical cases of the profession.
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SEP. Solving exercises and problems. Exercise, practice and testing of previous knowledge.
Attendance is mandatory during the theory and practice period. A maximum of 30% of the total hours that constitute the seminar are allowed, as a lack of attendance.
It must be punctual and respect the established schedules. During the class period, the use of the internship uniform provided at the beginning of the course for the Universitat Internacional de Catalunya is mandatory.
Evaluation systems and criteria
In person
The evaluation will be carried out as follows:
1st Call
A minimum attendance of 70% will be required
Continuous evaluation
- Individual practice 50%
- Group practice 20%
- Theoretical evaluation 30%
2nd Call
Failure in the 1st call of any of the different parties implies the theoretical, practical and continuous recovery in the 2nd call.
The recovery of the continuous evaluation in the 2nd call will consist of an exam similar to the evaluation in the 1st call.
It is necessary to have a grade greater than or equal to 5 in the theoretical, practical and continuous evaluation to be able to carry out the weighted average.
The grading system will be used in accordance with current legislation. Currently, according to RD 1.125/2003 of 5 September.
0-4.9 Suspens. - 5,0-6,9 Approved. - 7.0-8.9 Notable. - 9.0-10 Excellent.
The mention of “Matrícula d’Honor” may be awarded to students who have obtained a grade equal to or greater than 9.0. Its number may not exceed 5% of the students enrolled in a subject in the corresponding academic year, unless the number of students enrolled is less than 20, in which case a single Honor Enrolment may be granted.
Bibliography and resources
- FLOYD, R. T. Manual de cinesiología estructural. 2ª edició. Barcelona: Paidotribo 2008.
- FUCCI, S, et al. Biomecánica del aparato locomotor aplicada al acondicionamiento muscular. 4ª edició. Madrid: Elsevier, 2003.
- GENERALITAT DE CATALUNYA. Guía de prescripció de l’exercici físic per a la salud. PEFS. Barcelona, 2007.
- GENOT C. et al. Kinesioterapia. Madrid: Médica Panamericana, 2005.
- IGUAL, C. et al. Fisioterapia general: cinesiterapia. Madrid: Síntesis, 1996.
- KAPANDJI, I.A. Cuadernos de fisiología articular. Tomo 1,2,3. 2ª edició. Barcelona: Masson, 1987.
- TOUS, J. M. Nuevas tendencias en fuerza y musculación. Barcelona: Ergo, 1999.
- CELEDONIA IGUAL. Fisioterapia General: Cinesiterapia. Ed. Síntesis
- ROLF WIRHED. Habilidad atlética y anatomía del movimiento.Ed. Edika-Med S.A.
- BLANDINA CALAIS-GERMAIN. Anatomía para el movimiento. Ed. Liebre de Marzo.
- DOLTO B. J. La cinesiterapia práctica. Paidotribo. Barcelona. 1.995
- DOREEN BAUER. Rehabilitación: un enfoque integral. Principios. Práctica. Edit.Masson Salvat.
- DELAVIER, F. Guía de los movimientos de musculación. 4ª edició. Barcelona: Paidotribo, 2004.
Evaluation period
- E1 01/06/2026 A15 08:00h
- E1 01/06/2026 A16 08:00h
- E2 25/06/2026 G1 08:00h
- E2 25/06/2026 A14 08:00h