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Study Course Description
Gymnastics in Pregnancy
Course Code
LSPA_583
Branch of Science
Clinical medicine
ECTS
3.00
Target Audience
Medicine
LQF
Level 6
Study Type And Form
Full-Time
Study Course Implementer
Course Supervisor
Maruta Hoferte
Structure Unit Manager
Renārs Līcis
Structural Unit
Department of Individual and Team Sports
Contacts
Riga, 3 Cigoriņu Street, spk@rsu.lv, +371 67611559
About Study Course
Objective
Gain an understanding of physiological changes during pregnancy (cardiovascular system, respiratory relevance, muscle and skeletal changes and other physiological changes during pregnancy). Learn the principles of contraindication and safety when exercising during pregnancy. Acquire knowledge of the need for physical activity during pregnancy and the importance of physical fitness in childbirth. Learn exercises to apply to a variety of physiological problems during pregnancy.
Preliminary Knowledge
None required.
Learning Outcomes
Knowledge
1.Describes physiological and anatomical changes occurring during pregnancy.
Individual work and tests
Individual work • Final test
2.Explains the impact of physical activity on maternal and foetal health.
Individual work and tests
Individual work • Final test
3.Names types of exercise that are safe in different trimesters of pregnancy.
Individual work and tests
Final test • Individual work
4.Lists the principles of contraindication and safety when exercising during pregnancy.
Individual work and tests
Individual work • Final test
Skills
1.Breathing, relaxation and stretching techniques are applied.
Individual work and tests
Final test
2.You will be able to use gymnastic equipment as (large gymnastic balls, gymnastic mats, gymnastic rubbers, dumbbells, small Pilates balls, tennis balls, massage essays, etc).
Individual work and tests
Final test
3.Will be able to assess a pregnant woman’s physical fitness and recognise risks or signs of overload.
Individual work and tests
Final test • Individual work
4.Will be able to manage exercise complexes according to each trimester of pregnancy individually tailored to a woman’s health status.
Individual work and tests
Final test
Competences
1.Able to independently plan, organise and manage a physical activity programme for pregnant women.
Individual work and tests
Individual work • Final test
2.Able to apply the acquired knowledge in practice, taking into account professional ethics and responsibility.
Individual work and tests
Active participation in classes • Final test
3.Able to evaluate the effectiveness of exercise and make recommendations on the importance and continuation of physical activity even after childbirth.
Individual work and tests
Final test • Active participation in classes
Assessment
Individual work
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Individual work |
30.00% from total grade
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Student performs 2 solo assignments during the course using the latest scientific research (exercises at various physiological problems). In order to evaluate the quality of the study course as a whole, the student must complete the study course evaluation questionnaire on the student portal. |
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Examination
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Active participation in classes |
20.00% from total grade
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Students should participate actively in seminars where their colleagues present the results of their own work. It is necessary to evaluate the presentations of colleagues according to the criteria set by the teaching staff, to ask valid questions. At the end of the seminar, an assessment of the presentation of colleagues shall be submitted to the teaching staff. |
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Final test |
50.00% from total grade
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10 points
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The exam is organised in two parts: part one test of theoretical knowledge, part two practical test – to be able to show exercise in different trimesters, strengthening and stretching them. The aim of the escort is to test students’ knowledge of what may and may not be performed in individual trimesters, as well as skills to manage the performance of exercises. |
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Study Course Theme Plan
FULL-TIME
Part 1
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Physical activity during the pregnancy. Pregnant woman gymnastics, yoga, pilates, fitness equipment. Contraindications and safety principles for exercise during pregnancy.
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Physiological changes during the pregnancy and the problem solution with the help of physical exercise.
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Physiological changes during the pregnancy and the problem solution with the help of physical exercise.
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Postpartum health importance for women's health.
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4
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Physiological changes during the pregnancy and the problem solution with the help of physical exercise.
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Learning breathing techniques for easier childbirth process.
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Auditorium
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4
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Specificity of exercise and fitness lessons in the 1st, 2nd, 3rd trimester of pregnancy.
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Exercising with a partner and its role in childbirth. Learning relaxation techniques for pregnant women.
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4
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Fetal breech deliveries and methods of its correction.
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Exercising together with the baby.
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Total ECTS (Creditpoints):
3.00
Contact hours:
32 Academic Hours
Final Examination:
Exam
Bibliography
Required Reading
1.
Tara Lee and Mary Attwood. "Pregnancy health Yoga". London, 2013.
2.
Deilija, D. Vingrojumi veselības uzlabošanai. Rīga: SIA “Jāna Rozes apgāds”, 2014, 186-191.
3.
Isabel Eisen. "Anatomy of Fitness Pilates". 2013, Australia
4.
Ieteikumi kā mazināt muguras sāpes. 23.10.2012. (akceptējams izdevums)
5.
Cherry Baker. "Pregnancy and Fitness". 2006, London (akceptējams izdevums)
6.
Oskars Nilsons. "Stiepšanās". 2009, Apgāds Madris (akceptējams izdevums)
7.
Florence Peterson Kendall & et al. Muscles. Testing and Function with Posture and Pain. Lippincott Williams & Wilkins, 2010, Pages 176 – 187. (akceptējams izdevums)
8.
Fransuāza Bārbira Frīdmane. "Joga bērniem". 2003, Jumava (akceptējams izdevums)
9.
Līga Aberberga-Augškalne. "Fizioloģija rehabilitollogiem". 2008, Nacionālais medicīnas apgāds. (akceptējams izdevums)
10.
Delavjē, F. Vingrinājumi sievietēm. Rīga, Apgāds Zvaigzne ABC. 2007, 129. (akceptējams izdevums)
11.
Apinis, P. Cilvēks. Anatomija, fizioloģija, patoloģijas pamati. Rīga, SIA Nacionālais Medicīnas apgāds, 1998. (akceptējams izdevums)
12.
Ķīle-Pipaste, M., R. N., S. C. M. Grāmata topošai mātei. Zvaigzne ABC. 1994 (akceptējams izdevums)
13.
Goldie Karpel Oren Yoga Anatomy of Fitness. 2014, Australia
14.
Lauren Roxburgh. Taller, Slimmer, Younger. 2016, New York
15.
Austin Current. "Science of Strength Training". 2021, Great Britain
16.
Sally Searle &Cathy Meeus. Secrets of Pilates 2017, UK
17.
Tommy Christian SECURE PREGNANCY DO GYMNASTIC, 2020
18.
Miriam Wessels. Gymnastics for Pregnant Women. 2011, Spain (akceptējams izdevums)
19.
Sandra Jordan. Yoga for Pregnancy: Ninety-Two Safe, Gentle Stretches Appropriate for Pregnant Women & New Mothers, 2014
20.
James F. Catherine Cram "Exercising through your Pregnancy". 2012, USA (akceptējams izdevums)
Additional Reading
1.
Davenport, Margie H., et al. Exercise for the Prevention and Treatment of Low Back, Pelvic Girdle and Lumbopelvic Pain during Pregnancy: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis. British Journal of Sports Medicine, vol. 53, no. 2, pp. 2019
2.
Ibanez, G., Khaled, A., Renard, J. F., Rohani, S., Nizard, J., Baiz, N., ... & Chastang, J. (2017). Back pain during pregnancy and quality of life of pregnant women. Primary Health Care: Open Access, 7(1), 1-6.
3.
Manyozo, Steven D., Nesto, T., Bonongwe, P., Mulla, Adamson S. Low Back Pain during Pregnancy: Prevalence, Risk Factors and Association with Daily Activities among Pregnant Women in Urban Blantyre, Malawi. Malawi Medical Journal, vol. 31,no. 1. 2019, pp. 71–76. PubMed Central, doi:10.4314/mmj.v31i1.12.
4.
Shiri, R., Koggon, D., Flah-Hasani, K. Exercise for the Prevention of Low Back Pain: Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Controlled Trials. American Journal of Epidemiology, vol. 187, no. 5, 2018, pp. 1093–1100. Silverchair, doi:10.1093/aje/kwx337.
5.
Myers Thomas W. Anatomy trains 4th edition. 2021, Elsevier. Pages 147 – 173.
6.
Beaumont, Pelvic Floor Dysfunction. Beaumont Health 2021. [sk.14.06.2021].