bp4833 Kinesiology, diagnostics and therapy of the musculoskeletal system 3

Faculty of Sports Studies
autumn 2026
Extent and Intensity
2/4/0. 5 credit(s). Type of Completion: zk (examination).
In-person direct teaching
Teacher(s)
Bc. Barbora Kopečková (assistant)
doc. Mgr. Robert Vysoký, Ph.D. (seminar tutor)
Mgr. Simona Tichá (lecturer)
Mgr. Alena Havelková, Ph.D. (seminar tutor)
Guaranteed by
Mgr. Alena Havelková, Ph.D.
Department of Physical Activities and Health Sciences – Faculty of Sports Studies
Supplier department: Department of Physical Activities and Health Sciences – Faculty of Sports Studies
Timetable
Fri 9:00–10:40 B11/236, except Fri 30. 10.
  • Timetable of Seminar Groups:
bp4833/01: Tue 14:00–17:20 učebna Vinařská, except Tue 27. 10., A. Havelková
bp4833/02: Wed 16:00–19:20 učebna Vinařská, A. Havelková
Prerequisites
(bp4869 Kinesiology, diagnostics and therapy of the musculoskeletal system 2 || bp4822 Kinesiology, Algesiology and Derived Techniques of Diagnostics and Therapy 2) && bp4818 Anatomy II && BOZP_OK(bozp_po_stud) && BOZP_OK(bozp_po_stud_fsps)
Kinesiology, Algesiology and derived Techniques of Diagnostics and Therapy 2
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 subject is based on previous study of Kinesiology, Algesiology and derived Techniques of Diagnostics and Therapy 2 and further focuses on upper extremities. The main aim is to apprehend local kinesiology relations at the level of upper limb as well as global relations between trunk kinesiology and lower/upper limbs. Acquired knowledge is applied to understand underlying principles of examination and treatment techniques in the field of physiotherapy. The subject deals in detail with passive and active factors of stability of upper extremity motor segments. It gives causal definition of functional as well as structural physiology and pathology.
Learning outcomes
Successful completion of the subject guarantees student's ability to:
- understand kinesiology relations within trunk region.
- understand principles of special examination and therapy techniques.
- diagnose pathology, select appropriate treatment modality, execute treatment within subject extent.
- students will also be able to educate patients incl. instructions on self-therapy.
- the study of this subject prepares students to clinical activities with patients.
Key topics

Lectures:


01. Shoulder Girdle - anatomy, function, ranges of motion, kinesiology of the true joints of the shoulder girdle, kinesiology of the functional articulations of the shoulder girdle, soft tissues and their function, basic examination of the shoulder girdle, most common disorders and injuries.


02. Elbow and Forearm - anatomy, function, ranges of motion, joint kinesiology, soft tissues, basic examination of the elbow joint and forearm, most common disorders and injuries.


03. Wrist and Hand - anatomy, function, ranges of motion, joint kinesiology, soft tissues, basic examination of the wrist, most common disorders, and injuries.


04. Upper Limb - coordination of individual segments, open vs. closed kinetic chain, etc.


The practical exercises focus on applying the diagnostic and therapeutic procedures listed below to the upper limb, building upon the kinesiology and functional and structural pathology covered in the lectures.


1.     Evaluation of joint mobility: active and passive range of motion, joint play, and capsular patterns. Functional and structural pathologies. Joint therapy: indications, contraindications, and principles of mobilization, manipulation, traction, centration, and approximation.


2.     Soft tissues: physiological and pathological barriers; diagnostics and therapy of the skin, subcutaneous tissue, fascia, and periosteal points.


3.     Functional anatomy of the muscles of the axial apparatus: muscle tone, trophism, muscle strength, and movement patterns. Functional pathology and trigger points: diagnostics and therapy, post-isometric relaxation, and reciprocal inhibition.



04.  Diagnostic and therapeutic procedures for common conditions: Clinical correlates of axial apparatus and chaining of functional pathologies.



Study resources and literature
    required literature
  • VYSOKÝ, Robert; Pavlína BAZALOVÁ; Lucie POULOVÁ; Kateřina HONOVÁ; Zuzana KRŠÁKOVÁ and Radka KOTLÁNOVÁ. Základy vyšetřovacích metod pro fyzioterapeuty (Fundamentals of Examination Methods for Physiotherapists). 1st ed. Brno: MUNI Press: Masarykova univerzita - Fakulta sportovních studií, 2025, 138 pp. ISBN 978-80-280-0724-9. info
  • Karel Lewit, Manipulační léčba, 6. upravené vydání, Praha : Euromedia Group, 2024, 4978-80-242-9343-1 462s,
  • Janda, V. et al. Svalové funkční testy. Vyd. 1. Praha: Grada, 2004. 328 s. ISBN 9788024707228
  • Kapandji, A.: The physiology of joints III., 2019. ISBN 9781912085613
  • OATIS, Carol A. Kinesiology : the mechanics and pathomechanics of human movement. Third edition. Philadelphia: Wolters Kluwer, 2017, xix, 1006. ISBN 9781451191561. info
  • DYLEVSKÝ, Ivan. Speciální kineziologie. 1. vyd. Praha: Grada, 2009, 180 s. ISBN 9788024716480. info
  • DOBEŠ, Miroslav; Marie MICHKOVÁ; Petr POSPÍŠIL; Jiří VLČEK and Marek ČENTÍK. Diagnostika a terapie funkčních poruch pohybového systému (manuální terapie) pro fyzioterapeuty (Diagnostics and therapy of functional impairment of locomotor system (manual therapy) for physiotherapists). 1st ed. Horní Bludovice: Domiga, s.r.o., 2011, 76 pp. ISBN 978-80-902222-4-3. info
    recommended literature
  • Kent C. Kowalski, Catherine M. Sabiston, Tara-Leigh F. McHugh, Leah J. Ferguson Research Methods in kinesiology, Oxford University Press, 29. 11. 2023 - Počet stran: 336
  • KOLÁŘ, Pavel. Rehabilitace v klinické praxi. Druhé vydání. Praha: Galén, 2020, xxxi, 713. ISBN 9788074925009. info
  • VÉLE, František. Kineziologie pro klinickou praxi. Vyd. 1. Praha: Grada, 1997, 271 s. ISBN 8071692565. info
    not specified
  • Neumann, Donald A. Neumann's kinesiology of the musculoskeletal systém, 4.vydání, St. Louis, Missouri : Elsevier, 2025, 978-0-323-71859-2 780s
Approaches, practices, and methods used in teaching
Students will be exposed to the subject in a form of a lecture that will be followed by practical seminar. These seminars focus on manual techniques of examination and therapy. Students are organized in small groups. Each particular technique is first demonstrated by experienced tutors. Practical training is on peer to peer basis under close supervision of tutors and correction of precise technique.
Method of verifying learning outcomes and course completion requirements

Course Completion


To be eligible to take the final examination, students must meet the following requirements:


·       Attendance: 100% attendance in classes; in accordance with the Study and Examination Regulations, one absence is permitted.


·       Continuous assessment tests: a minimum of 70% of the total available points must be achieved in each continuous assessment test. If this requirement is not met, the student may take a comprehensive make-up test covering the content of the entire semester (one attempt); a minimum of 70% of the total available points must be achieved to pass the test.


·       Case studies: preparation and presentation of assigned case studies.


·       Final Examination


The final examination is conducted before a committee of at least two members and consists of theoretical and practical components. The final grade is awarded on the A–F scale. The practical component accounts for 60% of the final grade, while the theoretical component accounts for 40%. To successfully complete the course, students must pass both components of the final examination.

Language of instruction
Czech
Further Comments
Study Materials
The course is taught annually.
Listed among prerequisites of other courses
The course is also listed under the following terms autumn 2022, autumn 2023, autumn 2024, autumn 2025.
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