Anatomy of the locomotor system and movement analysis

liepr1028  2020-2021  Louvain-la-Neuve

Anatomy of the locomotor system and movement analysis
Due to the COVID-19 crisis, the information below is subject to change, in particular that concerning the teaching mode (presential, distance or in a comodal or hybrid format).
7 credits
52.5 h + 7.5 h
Q2
Teacher(s)
Behets Wydemans Catherine (coordinator); Louis Marc; Willems Patrick;
Language
French
Main themes
Main themes The main themes are: - the detailed description of the joints, their muscles and the corresponding nerves - the movement analysis of each joint : axes, ranges, facilitations and limitations.
Aims

At the end of this learning unit, the student is able to :

1 The student will gain a space perception of the various components of the locomotor system as well as their nervous control. He or she will be able to consider the specific mobility of each anatomical region and to functionnally integrate all the components of the same movement.
 
Content
Content and teaching method - Anatomy of the locomotor system (bones, joints, muscles, peripheral nerves). - Movement analysis of each joint. - Analysis of postures and dynamic gesture. - Practical work : analysis of bones.
Other information
Prerequisite : Essentials of systematic and functional anatomy (IEPR1002) and Mechanics and biomechanics (IEPR1005). Evaluation : MCQ Support : notes, atlas, anatomical pieces, websites.
Bibliography
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Teaching materials
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Faculty or entity
FSM


Programmes / formations proposant cette unité d'enseignement (UE)

Title of the programme
Sigle
Credits
Prerequisites
Aims
Bachelor in Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation

Bachelor in Motor skills : General