BFZD0431p Basics Diagnostics and Therapy of Locomotor System I - lecture

Faculty of Medicine
spring 2026
Extent and Intensity
2/0/0. 3 credit(s). Type of Completion: zk (examination).
In-person direct teaching
Teacher(s)
MUDr. Lucie Ruprichová (lecturer)
MUDr. Lucia Uhrinová, MHM (lecturer)
Guaranteed by
MUDr. Lucia Uhrinová, MHM
Department of Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation – Departments of Non-medical Branches – Faculty of Medicine
Contact Person: Mgr. Leona Dunklerová
Supplier department: Department of Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation – Departments of Non-medical Branches – Faculty of Medicine
Timetable
Wed 18. 2. 12:00–13:40 KOM 409, Wed 25. 2. 12:00–13:40 KOM 409, Wed 4. 3. 12:00–13:40 KOM 409, Wed 11. 3. 12:00–13:40 KOM 409, Wed 18. 3. 12:00–13:40 KOM 409, Wed 25. 3. 12:00–13:40 KOM 409, Wed 1. 4. 12:00–13:40 KOM 409, Wed 8. 4. 12:00–13:40 KOM 409, Wed 15. 4. 12:00–13:40 KOM 409, Wed 22. 4. 12:00–13:40 KOM 409, Wed 29. 4. 12:00–13:40 KOM 409, Wed 6. 5. 12:00–13:40 KOM 409, Wed 20. 5. 12:00–13:40 KOM 409, Wed 27. 5. 12:00–13:40 KOM 409
Prerequisites (in Czech)
BFNE0321 Neurology and Neurophysiol. I && ( BFKI031 Kinesiology || BFBK0321 Biomechanics and Kinesiology ) && BFRP0322c Propedeutics of Rehabilit. II && BFRP0322p Propedeutics of Rehabilit.II-L
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 the course Fundamentals of Diagnostics of Functional Disorders of the Musculoskeletal System I is to provide students with theoretical foundations in the diagnostics of functional disorders of the musculoskeletal system and in therapy according to the concept of Professor Lewit. The course focuses on acquiring theoretical knowledge of functional pathology and the differential diagnosis of functional disorders of soft tissues. Lectures cover topics such as an introduction to the course and the issue of functional disorders of the musculoskeletal system, movement control in relation to these disorders, pain, theoretical aspects of functional disorders of soft tissues (skin, subcutaneous tissue, fascia, muscles, periosteum), and the basics of differential diagnosis of functional disorders of the soft tissues of the musculoskeletal system.
Learning outcomes

After completing the theoretical part of the course, the student:

  • masters the theoretical foundations of diagnostics and therapy of functional disorders of the soft tissues of the musculoskeletal system according to Lewit
  • understands the theoretical foundations of motor control in relation to functional disorders of the musculoskeletal system, including the origin and role of pain
  • understands the concept of functional pathology as overload of the musculoskeletal system
  • knows the relationships between functional segmental changes and the development of pathological conditions
  • is able, based on theoretical knowledge, to select an appropriate therapeutic approach to a musculoskeletal segment
Key topics
  1. Function of the locomotor system, medical history in relation to functional disorders, principles of examination of functional disorders of the musculoskeletal system 
  2. Motor control, ontogenetic aspects and relationships
  3. Pain – pain in functional disorders of the musculoskeletal system, red flags
  4. Structural vs. functional pathology of the musculoskeletal system, etiology of functional disorders of the musculoskeletal system
  5. Overview of manual techniques, basic principles of manual therapy, facilitation
  6. Basics of diagnostics and therapy of functional disorders of the musculoskeletal system – skin and subcutaneous tissue
  7. Basics of diagnostics and therapy of functional disorders of the musculoskeletal system – fascia and periosteum
  8. Muscle and its functional anatomy, classification of muscles according to function, muscle dysbalances
  9. Basics of diagnostics and therapy of functional disorders of the musculoskeletal system – muscles
  10. Basics of diagnostics and therapy of functional disorders of the musculoskeletal system – enthesopathies
  11. Radicular and pseudoradicular syndromes – differential diagnosis
  12. Hypermobility – diagnostics, principles of manual therapy
Study resources and literature
    required literature
  • 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
  • LEWIT, Karel. Manipulační léčba. Translated by Pavel Voráček. 6. upravené vydání. Praha: Euromedia Group, 2024, 462 stran. ISBN 9788024293431. info
    recommended literature
  • KOLÁŘ, Pavel. Rehabilitace v klinické praxi. 1. vyd. Praha: Galén, 2009, xxxi, 713. ISBN 9788072626571. info
Approaches, practices, and methods used in teaching
lecture
Method of verifying learning outcomes and course completion requirements
- Exam – written test
- The final written test usually consists of 30 questions worth a total of 30 points. To pass successfully, a minimum of 18 points is required.¨


 - It is possible to register for the exam after successfully completing the course Fundamentals of Diagnostics and Therapy of Functional Disorders of the Musculoskeletal System I – Practical Classes.

Language of instruction
Czech
Listed among pre-requisites of other courses
The course is also listed under the following terms Spring 2000, Spring 2001, Spring 2002, Spring 2003, Spring 2004, Spring 2005, Spring 2006, Spring 2007, Spring 2008, Spring 2009, Spring 2010, Spring 2011, Spring 2012, Spring 2013, Spring 2014, Spring 2015, Spring 2016, Spring 2017, Spring 2018, spring 2019, spring 2020, spring 2021, spring 2022, spring 2023, spring 2024, spring 2025.
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