b4841 Physiotherapy practices III

Faculty of Sports Studies
spring 2026
Extent and Intensity
0/0/0. 3 credit(s). Type of Completion: z (credit).
In-person direct teaching
Teacher(s)
Mgr. Pavlína Bazalová (seminar tutor)
doc. Mgr. Robert Vysoký, Ph.D. (seminar tutor)
Mgr. Andrea Novotná (assistant)
Guaranteed by
Mgr. Pavlína Bazalová
Department of Physical Activities and Health Sciences – Faculty of Sports Studies
Supplier department: Department of Physical Activities and Health Sciences – Faculty of Sports Studies
Prerequisites (in Czech)
bp4829 Physical therapy III && ( bp4882 Physiotherapy in clinical disciplines 2 || bp4830 Physiotherapy in clinical disciplines 2 ) && bp4833 Kinesiology, diagnostics and therapy of the musculoskeletal system 3 && BOZP_OK(bozp_po_stud) && BOZP_OK(bozp_po_stud_fsps)
Course Enrolment Limitations
The course is only offered to the students of the study fields the course is directly associated with.
fields of study / plans the course is directly associated with
Abstract
The aim of this course is to acquaint students with the work of a physiotherapist in professional workplaces, etc. supervision of a physiotherapist to work directly with the patient to get used to teamwork. Student keep a record of diagnosis and surgery, which in practice was conducted.
Learning outcomes
Students will be able to:
- work as a member of the medical team in rehabilitation institutes and centers, specialist medical institutions and social care institutions;
- practical application of basic diagnostic-therapeutic procedures in rehabilitation treatment;
- reflecting on the short and long term goals of therapy;
- a separate scientific record of the diagnostic and therapeutic procedures.
- describe and practically apply the specifics of the child patient in these health. facilities
They will get acquainted with the operation and specifics of the given medical facilities.
Key topics

  • Introduction to the individual departments of the institute or social care facility, and orientation to the staff

  • Introduction to the possibilities for clients’ education and developmental support (therapeutic interventions such as workshops — ceramics, basketry, textile crafts, etc.; hippotherapy, animal-assisted therapy, occupational therapy)

  • Introduction to the physiotherapy department facilities (physical therapy, equipment, positioning aids, orthotics and prosthetics, mobility aids)

  • Familiarization with various types of therapy according to diagnosis — practical demonstrations by multiple physiotherapists (observational practice)

  • Client transfer techniques — demonstrations, assisted practice, and, depending on the complexity of the situation, independent student involvement (partial or full assistance to clients during transfers and physiotherapy-related ADLs)

  • Demonstration and independent performance of neurological examinations of clients

  • Independent management of individual or group therapy sessions — initially under supervision, later independently

  • Clinical practice across different patient age groups (e.g., pediatric placements — specifics of communication, assessment, and physiotherapy for pediatric patients)

    • Study resources and literature
      required literature
    • KOLÁŘ, Pavel. Rehabilitace v klinické praxi. 1. vyd. Praha: Galén, 2009, xxxi, 713. ISBN 9788072626571. info
    • Cognitive neurorehabilitation : evidence and application. Edited by Donald T. Stuss - Gordon Winocur - Ian H. Robertson. Second edition. Cambridge: Cambridge University Press, 2008, xvii, 606. ISBN 9780521691857. info
      recommended literature
    • NEUMANN, Donald A. Kinesiology of the musculoskeletal system : foundations for rehabilitation. 2nd ed. St. Louis, Mo.: Mosby/Elsevier, 2010, xx, 725. ISBN 9780323039895. info
    Approaches, practices, and methods used in teaching
    Presentations by professionals in the sectors
    Method of verifying learning outcomes and course completion requirements

    The course is completed by obtaining course credit. To be awarded the credit, it is necessary to follow the instructions provided in the Interactive Course Syllabus.

    Conditions for obtaining course credit:

    • 100% attendance at the pre-arranged and approved practical training

    • Submission of the following documents to the IS MU system: Confirmation of Internship Completion and Consent with Student Placement at the Internship Site

    • Completion of the self-evaluation questionnaire

    • Completed evaluation questionnaires from the supervisors/mentors

    • Preparation of a case report based on the practical training experience

    Language of instruction
    Czech
    Further comments (probably available only in Czech)
    Study Materials
    The course is taught annually.
    The course is also listed under the following terms spring 2023, spring 2024, spring 2025.
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