Veidlapa Nr. M-3 (8)
Study Course Description
Hydrotherapy
Course Code
REK_079
Branch of Science
Clinical medicine; Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation
ECTS
1.50
Target Audience
Medical Services
LQF
Level 6
Study Type And Form
Full-Time; Part-Time
Study Course Implementer
Course Supervisor
Sabīne Grīnberga
Structure Unit Manager
Liāna Deklava
Structural Unit
Department of Rehabilitation
Contacts
Riga, 26a Anninmuizas boulevard, rk@rsu.lv, +371 20271291
About Study Course
Objective
To introduce students with pool therapy as one of the rehabilitation methods.
Preliminary Knowledge
Physics, physiology, biomechanics, therapeutic gymnastics, basic knowledge of internal diseases, orthopaedics, neurology and psychosomatics. Knowledge of pregnant women, geriatric and pediatric patient physiology.
Learning Outcomes
Knowledge
1.About hydrotherapy effects on the human body and its application possibilities for various diseases rehabilitation.
Skills
1.Describe methods used in hydrotherapy.
Competences
1.Able to independently select and apply an appropriate method for certain diseases rehabilitation or health improvement.
Assessment
Individual work
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% from total grade
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Grade
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1.
Individual work |
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Independent studies of information sources and visuals.
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Examination
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Title
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% from total grade
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Grade
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1.
Examination |
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Test. Demonstration of hydrotherapy plan in definite disease’s rehabilitation.
Quality of theoretical e-test answers provided.
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Study Course Theme Plan
FULL-TIME
Part 1
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Lecture
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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On site
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Auditorium
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2
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Topics
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Various water temperature effects on the human organism. Physical properties of water. The use of aquatic therapy equipment. Indications and contraindications of water therapy. Patient evaluation before and after classes. Aquatic therapy treatment plan. Aquatic therapy session's structure.
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Lecture
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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On site
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Auditorium
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2
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Topics
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Hydrotherapy for rehabilitation of spinal conditions. Hydrotherapy in traumatology and orthopaedics.
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Lecture
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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On site
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Auditorium
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2
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Topics
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Hydrotherapy for patients with cardiovascular diseases. Hydrotherapy for older people in health maintenance and improvement.
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Lecture
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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On site
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Auditorium
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2
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Topics
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Pool exercises for pregnant women, hydrotherapy in paediatrics.
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Lecture
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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On site
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Auditorium
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2
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Topics
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Hydrotherapy for neurological rehabilitation and pain relief. Aqua therapy in psychosomatic medicine.
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Class/Seminar
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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On site
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Pool
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3
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Topics
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The use of various aquatic therapy equipment. Aerobic exercises, muscular strength and endurance exercises. Range of movement exercises, traction and mobilization of the spine.
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Class/Seminar
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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On site
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Pool
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3
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Topics
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The use of water environment to reduce spasticity. Balance and coordination exercises. Functional movement patterns (Proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation) of upper and lower extremities.
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Total ECTS (Creditpoints):
1.50
Contact hours:
16 Academic Hours
Final Examination:
Test
PART-TIME
Part 1
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Lecture
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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|---|---|---|
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On site
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Other
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2
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Topics
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Various water temperature effects on the human organism. Physical properties of water. The use of aquatic therapy equipment. Indications and contraindications of water therapy. Patient evaluation before and after classes. Aquatic therapy treatment plan. Aquatic therapy session's structure.
|
-
Lecture
|
Modality
|
Location
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Contact hours
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|---|---|---|
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On site
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Other
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2
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Topics
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Hydrotherapy for rehabilitation of spinal conditions. Hydrotherapy in traumatology and orthopaedics.
|
-
Lecture
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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|---|---|---|
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On site
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Other
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2
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Topics
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Hydrotherapy for patients with cardiovascular diseases. Hydrotherapy for older people in health maintenance and improvement.
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-
Lecture
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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|---|---|---|
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On site
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Other
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2
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Topics
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Pool exercises for pregnant women, hydrotherapy in paediatrics.
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-
Lecture
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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|---|---|---|
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On site
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Other
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2
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Topics
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Hydrotherapy for neurological rehabilitation and pain relief. Aqua therapy in psychosomatic medicine.
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Class/Seminar
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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|---|---|---|
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On site
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Pool
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3
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Topics
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The use of various aquatic therapy equipment. Aerobic exercises, muscular strength and endurance exercises. Range of movement exercises, traction and mobilization of the spine.
|
-
Class/Seminar
|
Modality
|
Location
|
Contact hours
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|---|---|---|
|
On site
|
Pool
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3
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Topics
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The use of water environment to reduce spasticity. Balance and coordination exercises. Functional movement patterns (Proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation) of upper and lower extremities.
|
Total ECTS (Creditpoints):
1.50
Contact hours:
16 Academic Hours
Final Examination:
Test
Bibliography
Required Reading
1.
Michelle H. Cameron. Physical Agents in Rehabilitation: From Research to Practice. 2012 - 331. lpp.
2.
Ann A. Rosenstein, Idyll Arbor. Water Exercises for Osteoarthritis: The Effective Way to Reduce Pain and Stiffness, While Increasing Endurance and Strength. 2007 - 291
Additional Reading
1.
Rodomista K., Patterson R. 101 Cool Pool Games for Children: Fun and Fitness for Swimmers of All Levels (Smartfun Activity Books) HUNTER HOUSE, 2006, pp 160.
2.
Aukums A., Krūmiņš J., Sprieslis J., Valters A., Teibe U. Fizika augstskolu reflektantiem. Rīga: Zvaigzne, 1983., 66-70pp.
3.
Andrew J. Cole,Bruce E. Becker. Comprehensive Aquatic Therapy 2nd ed. 2004 Elsevier Inc., USA
4.
Layne, Melissa. Water Exercise. 2015, 237.