Introduction to Clinical in Physiotherapy

Definition of Physiotherapy; Clinical Responsibilities (Personal Responsibility, Professional Responsibility, Role of patient to the therapist; Preparation of the environment; Preparation of the patient). Assessment: – Identification, History, Examination (Local Examination -Observation, Palpation, Movement). Values of Record Keeping; Vital Signs (Pulse, Respiratory Rate, Body Temperature, Blood Pressure). Skin Sensation Tests (Perception of pain and touch, Perception of hot and cold); White Reaction; Triple response; Tendon reflexes; Babinski Reflex; Assessment of muscle bulk; Measurement of muscle strength; Measurement of pain; Measurement of joint range; Walking aids. Importance of patients in health care, and patient’s family in treatment. Responsibilities of the clinician and the patient. Student/patient relationship. Respect and confidentiality. Patient care communication – Professional conduct and ethical practice. Teamwork. Listening and interviewing skills. Use and interpretation of verbal and nonverbal communication. Emotional responses to, and strategies for managing patient’s behaviour, patient’s safety and comfort Fundamental procedures in physiotherapy – muscles assessment. Functional assessment. Joint evaluation.