The course provides the theoretical and methodological foundations of Physical and Rehabilitation Medicine (PRM), with particular reference to the bio-psycho-social model, physiatric assessment, and the rehabilitation care pathway.
Stroke (neurological field) and scoliosis (orthopedic field) are presented as explanatory models of the rehabilitation management process.
Expected Learning Outcomes
At the end of the course, the student will be able to:
Describe the core principles of Physical and Rehabilitation Medicine.
Explain the structure and purpose of the ICF framework.
Recognize the phases of physiatric assessment.
Identify the main clinical features of stroke.
Describe the rehabilitation pathway of stroke patients.
Recognize the essential clinical aspects of scoliosis.
Explain the rehabilitation management of scoliosis.
Apply PRM principles to simple neurological or orthopedic cases.
Course Prerequisites
No specific prerequisites beyond those required for admission to the Degree Program.
Basic knowledge of anatomy and physiology is recommended.
Teaching Methods
Lectures with multimedia support
Case-based discussion (stroke and scoliosis)
Guided analysis of functional scales
Assessment Methods
The final examination consists of a written multiple-choice test.
The exam evaluates:
knowledge and understanding of theoretical contents;
ability to correctly recognize definitions and clinical concepts;
ability to apply PRM principles to simple clinical scenarios.
The lecturer is available for meetings by appointment, upon request via institutional e-mail.
Teaching materials used during lectures will be made available on the University’s online platform.
Students with specific learning needs or disabilities are invited to contact the lecturer at the beginning of the course to arrange appropriate accommodations.
