Universitat Internacional de Catalunya

Specific Methods of Physiotherapy Intervention in Traumatology

Specific Methods of Physiotherapy Intervention in Traumatology
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15563
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First semester
OB
Main language of instruction: Catalan

Other languages of instruction: English, Spanish

Teaching staff


Dra. ORTEGA CEBRIÁN, Silvia - sortega@uic.es

 

 Dra. Silvia Ortega Cebrián

 sortega@uic.es

 

Introduction

In this subject on specific intervention methods in traumatic physiotherapy, we will explore a fundamental and constantly evolving field in the practice of physiotherapy. Physiotherapy in the field of traumatology encompasses a very high percentage of the patients we will see in our daily lives. It is a discipline that provides us with the necessary knowledge and skills to address traumatic and orthopedic pathology, from acute injuries to chronic conditions.

Pre-course requirements

Attendance at theoretical classes is not mandatory, although it is highly recommended. Attendance is mandatory for the practical activity and will be evaluated.

Objectives

- To understand how to apply the necessary physiotherapeutic procedures to musculoskeletal system pathologies.

- To understand the diagnostic process in Physiotherapy, establish appropriate therapeutic objectives in physiotherapeutic approaches to traumatic pathologies in the musculoskeletal system.

- To understand how to design Physiotherapy intervention plans based on research and scientific evidence.

- To develop the skills necessary to intervene in health promotion and prevention processes.

- To maintain an positive attitude towards motivation and development throughout the learning process.

- To develop the skills necessary to work in a team and communicate verbally as well as in writing.

Competences/Learning outcomes of the degree programme

TRAINING ACTIVITY METHODOLOGY COMPETENCES ECTS CREDITS
Theoretical classes. Presentation method / lecture. 01 02 05 06 07 09 48 48.2 1.6
Autonomous learning activities. Problem-based learning. Cooperative learning. 10 15 17 29.1 30.1 0.7
Independent study. 43 53 55 0.4

Syllabus

Topic 1. Description and processes of clinical reasoning in traumatic physiotherapy.

  • Collection of Information
  • Hypothesis Formulation
  • Physical Examination/Initial Evaluation
  • Reformulation of Hypotheses
  • Physiotherapy Diagnosis
  • Goal Setting
  • Treatment Planning
  • Treatment Intervention
  • Ongoing Patient Assessment
  • Outcome and Follow-up

 

Topic 2: Theoretical knowledge.

  • Types of injuries: bone, ligamentous capsule, muscle, tendon.
  • Ideal stimulus for different tissues: biophysiological basis of tissue repair.
  • Treatment goals and physiotherapy techniques for each tissue.

 

Topic 3: Symptoms and Signs by Source of Pain.

  • Bone
  • Capsular
  • Ligamentous
  • Tendon
  • Muscular
  • Nervous

Topic 4: Objective and treatment according to tissue type. 

  • Bone
  • Capsular
  • Ligamentous
  • Tendon
  • Muscular
  • Nervous
  • Objectives of GENERAL physiotherapy techniques

 

 Topic 5. Physiotherapy treatment in traumatic ankle and foot pathology.

  • Approach and treatment of Physiotherapy in bone injuries: Tibial pilon fractures, malleolar fractures, calcaneal fractures, MTT fractures.
  • Approach and treatment of Physiotherapy of soft tissue injuries: Lateral and medial ankle sprain, Morton's neuroma and Plantar fasciitis.

 

Topic 6. Physiotherapy treatment in traumatic knee pathology.

  • Overview of the aspects of RHB in the knee.
  • Approach and treatment of Physiotherapy in bone injuries: Femur fractures, patella fractures, tibial plateau fractures, osteotomies and knee prostheses.
  • Approach and treatment of Physiotherapy in soft tissue injuries: Meniscal injuries, ligamentous injuries and tendinopathies.
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Topic 7. Physiotherapy treatment in traumatic pathology of the pelvis and hip.

  • Approach and treatment of Physiotherapy in bone injuries: Pelvic fractures, cotil fractures, femur fractures (diaphysis and upper extremity 1/3 upper). Hip prosthesis.
  • Approach and treatment of Physiotherapy in soft tissue injuries. Acetabular femor impingment (IFA), trochanteritis, and groin pain.
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Topic 8. Physiotherapy treatment in traumatic pathology of the spine.

  • Approach and treatment of Physiotherapy in bone injuries: fractures of the cervical, dorsal and lumbar spine without neurological involvement.
  • Approach and treatment of Physiotherapy in soft tissue injuries: whiplash or wiplash injury or cervical sprain.

 

Topic 9. Physiotherapy treatment in traumatic shoulder pathology.

  • Approach and treatment of Physiotherapy in bone injuries: fractures of the clavicle, head, neck and humerus shaft. 
  • Approach and treatment of Physiotherapy in soft tissue injuries: SIS, glenohumeral instability.
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Topic 10. Physiotherapy treatment in traumatic elbow pathology

  • Physiotherapy approach in bone injuries: supracondylar fractures, olecranon fractures, radial head fractures.
  • Physiotherapy approach to soft tissue injuries: epicondalgia

 

Item 11. Physiotherapy treatment in traumatic pathology of the forearm and hand

  • Physiotherapy approach and treatment of bone injuries: Fractures of the distal extremity of the radius and ulna, carpal dislocations/instabilities, fractures of the carpal bones, fractures of MTC and phalanges.
  • Approach and treatment of Physiotherapy in soft tissue injuries: tendon injuries of the flexors and extensors of the fingers, sprain and IF capsulitis.

 

Teaching and learning activities

In person



TRAINING ACTIVITY METHODOLOGY COMPETENCES ECTS CREDITS
Theoretical classes. Presentation method / lecture. 01 02 05 06 07 09 48 48.2 1.6
Autonomous learning activities. Problem-based learning. Cooperative learning. 10 15 17 29.1 30.1 0.7
Independent study. 43 53 55 0.4

Evaluation systems and criteria

In person



The evaluation consists of two parts: Continuous Evaluation (40%) and Final Exam (60%).

 

  1. Continuous assessment (40%) through:
    1. Real-time evaluative activity through the oral presentation of a physiotherapy treatment in the class. Multiple-choice exams of the presentations. Weighting: 15%.
    2. Mid-term exam activity for the assessment of the skills and knowledge acquired. Weighting: 15%. The exam will be multiple and/or written type and the incorrect answer does not subtract.
    3. Simulation activity of clinical cases for the assessment of the skills and knowledge acquired. Weighting: 10%.

 

  1. Final evaluation (60%) by:
    1. Final choice and/or written exam (40-60 questions),

The incorrect answer subtracts 0.20 from the sum of the correct questions

2.2 The written question will be assessed proportionally according to the correct answers

 

Calculation for multiple-choice questions

Answer: Okay

(10*Good) / (number of questions)

Bad Answer

Bad * 0.2

Total Good - Total Evil

 

 

Requirements for the evaluation:

  1. The minimum grade to make an average of any evaluation activity, both for continuous assessment and for the final exam, must be 4.5. In the event that it does not exceed 4.5, the final grade will be the grade of the activity that does not exceed 4.5.
  2. To pass the subject, a minimum grade of 5 is required.
  3. FAILURE to carry out any of the activities of the continuous assessment will count as NP and will be counted with a grade of 0 in the calculation of the average.
  4. Students who have failed the continuous assessment and are taking the second exam exam must obtain a minimum grade of 5 to pass the subject.
  5. In the case of failing the EC with less than 4.5 and passing the exam, the student must take the second call exam.
  6. In the recovery, the grade weights 100%, for those who fail the EC or the final exam of the first call.

 

Recoveries:

  1. Continuous assessment cannot be recovered.
  2. In the case of failing the EC with a grade below 4.5 and passing the exam, the student must retake the exam in the second call of the final exam.
  3. In the event of failing the final exam, the grade of the continuous evaluation will not be maintained and the retake exam is weighted 100%.
  4. The second call will consist of a multiple-choice test with the assessable characteristics of the first call

 

The grading system will be used in accordance with current legislation. Currently, according to RD 1.125/2003, of 5 September.

  1. 0-4.9 Suspended
  2. 5.0-6.9 Approved
  3. 7.0-8.9 Notable
  4. 9.0-10 Excellent

 

The mention of "honors" may be awarded to students who have obtained a grade equal to or greater than 9.2. Their 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 distinction may be awarded.

 

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Evaluation period

E: exam date | R: revision date | 1: first session | 2: second session:
  • E1 29/01/2026 A13 10:00h
  • E1 29/01/2026 A14 10:00h
  • E2 18/06/2026 A08 08:00h
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