bp4866 Kinesiology, diagnostics and therapy of the musculoskeletal system 1

Faculty of Sports Studies
autumn 2025
Extent and Intensity
1/3/0. 5 credit(s). Type of Completion: zk (examination).
In-person direct teaching
Teacher(s)
Mgr. Lucie Poulová (lecturer)
doc. MUDr. Martin Komzák, Ph.D. (lecturer)
Mgr. Lucie Poulová (seminar tutor)
Mgr. Radka Kotlánová (seminar tutor)
Bc. Barbora Kopečková (assistant)
Guaranteed by
doc. MUDr. Martin Komzák, 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
Mon 8:00–8:50 B11/311, except Mon 15. 9., except Mon 27. 10.
  • Timetable of Seminar Groups:
bp4866/01: Mon 16:00–18:30 učebna Vinařská, except Mon 27. 10. to Fri 31. 10., L. Poulová
bp4866/02: Fri 7:00–9:30 učebna Vinařská, except Mon 27. 10. to Fri 31. 10., R. Kotlánová
Prerequisites (in Czech)
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
Course objectives
The subject introduces students to Kinesiology and Biomechanics of human motor system tissues. The main aim is to understand physiological and pathophysiological mechanisms of adaptation resp. maladaptation of human tissues to different types of stimuli. Acquired knowledge is applied to specific diagnostic and treatment procedures of particular human tissues and motor system as a whole.
Learning outcomes
Successful completion of the course ensures the student’s ability to: understand kinesiological relationships; theoretically comprehend the principles of diagnostic techniques and practically demonstrate these techniques; perform a basic kinesiological analysis outside of neurological examination; identify pathology and appropriately select and apply a suitable therapeutic approach within the scope of the course curriculum; the instruction is designed as preparation for clinical work with patients.
Syllabus
Lectures: 01. Osteo-kinematics - physiology, pathophysiology, biomechanics of bone and skeletal system. 02. Cartilage and articular cartilage - physiology, pathophysiology, biomechanics. 03. Dens regular connective tissue - physiology, pathophysiology, biomechanics. 04. Arthro-kinematics - physiology, pathophysiology, biomechanics. 05. Myo-kinematics - physiology, pathophysiology, biomechanics. 06. Breathing mechanics, the phenomenon of the deep stabilization system. 07. Movement patterns, gait kinesiology and examination. Practical seminars: 01. Diagnostic methods in rehabilitation and its relation to Evidence Based Medicine (EBM). 02. Clinical anamnesis incl. its analysis. 03. Diagnostics of skin, subdermal tissue and fascias. 04. Diagnostics of muscles (tonus, trophic state, configuration, strength, length). 05. Palpatory diagnostics. 06. Basic anthropometric examination. 07. Basic examination of axial skeleton range of movement (Thomayer index, Schober index etc.). 08. Examination of peripheral joint range of movement (goniometry incl. examination of hypermobility). 09. Aspectual diagnostics of lying, sitting and standing statics. 10. Aspectual and palpatory diagnostics of dynamic movement patterns incl. gait. 11. Kinesiology analysis.
Literature
    required literature
  • KOLÁŘ, Pavel. Rehabilitace v klinické praxi. Druhé vydání. Praha: Galén, 2020, xxxi, 713. ISBN 9788074925009. info
    recommended literature
  • GROSS, Jeffrey M.; Joseph FETTO and Elaine Rosen SUPNICK. Vyšetření pohybového aparátu. Translated by Barbora Homonická Pyšková. 4. vydání. Praha: Stanislav Juhaňák - Triton, 2023, 453 stran. ISBN 9788076841093. info
  • DYLEVSKÝ, Ivan. Klinická kineziologie a patokineziologie. 1. vydání. Praha: Grada Publishing, 2021, 528 stran. ISBN 9788027102303. info
  • OATIS, Carol A. Kinesiology : the mechanics and pathomechanics of human movement. Third edition. Philadelphia: Wolters Kluwer, 2017, xix, 1006. ISBN 9781451191561. info
  • ALBERT, Todd J. and Alexander R. VACCARO. Physical examination of the spine. Second edition. New York Stuttgart Delhi Rio de Janeiro: Thieme, 2017. ISBN 978-1-62623-320-1. info
Teaching methods
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.
Assessment methods
In order to be admitted to the practical exam, it is necessary to meet sufficient attendance and tests scores. - attendance: 100% participation in practical classes (according to the study and examination regulations, 1 absence is allowed) - 70% point gain from tests (calculated from the score of the best one from the seminar group), in case of failure, credit test (1 attempt), must have min. 80 % score of maximum test points. - after fulfilling the conditions (attendance + tests) admission to the practical exam
Language of instruction
Czech
Follow-Up Courses
Further Comments
Study Materials
The course is taught annually.
Listed among pre-requisites of other courses
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