Course: Pilates for Physiotherapists

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Course title Pilates for Physiotherapists
Course code KFA/NPILA
Organizational form of instruction Exercise
Level of course Bachelor
Year of study not specified
Semester Winter and summer
Number of ECTS credits 1
Language of instruction Czech
Status of course unspecified
Form of instruction Face-to-face
Work placements This is not an internship
Recommended optional programme components None
Lecturer(s)
  • Horová Pavla, Mgr.
  • Štěpánová Jarmila, Mgr. Ph.D.
  • Bubenová Vanda, Mgr.
Course content
Practical Classes: 1. History and development of the Pilates method, current approaches, fundamental principles of the Pilates method, and methodology for designing a Pilates exercise session. Practical training in the basic mat exercise sequence (MAT I). 2. Practical training in the basic mat exercise sequence (MAT II, MAT III). 3. Practical training in Pilates exercises using equipment . 4. Practical training in basic exercises on Pilates apparatus. 5. Modification of Pilates exercises in kinesitherapy - indications and contraindications, progression and regression of exercise difficulty, and individualization of exercise programmes. Application of the Pilates method in the prevention of poor posture and functional spinal disorders. 6. Application of the Pilates method in patients with vertebrogenic disorders. 7. Review of the course content and student presentations of the course assessment requirements.

Learning activities and teaching methods
Monologic Lecture(Interpretation, Training), Dialogic Lecture (Discussion, Dialog, Brainstorming), Work with Text (with Book, Textbook), Training in job and motor Skils, Group work
  • Homework for Teaching - 6 hours per semester
  • Preparation for the Course Credit - 5 hours per semester
  • Attendace - 13 hours per semester
Learning outcomes
Students will acquire a solid understanding of the fundamental principles of the Pilates method and develop practical skills in performing and instructing selected mat-based exercises, exercises using specific Pilates equipment, and exercises on Pilates apparatus. They will learn to apply the principles of the Pilates method in the prevention of musculoskeletal disorders and become familiar with its applications in physiotherapy practice.
The student is able to apply the fundamental principles and exercises of the Pilates method in the prevention and treatment of musculoskeletal disorders.
Prerequisites
A prerequisite for this course is a basic knowledge of anatomy, the principles of therapeutic and compensatory exercise, and the fundamentals of physiotherapy assessment methods.

Assessment methods and criteria
Student performance, Systematic Observation of Student, Final project

A minimum attendance rate of 80% is required. To obtain course credit, students must successfully defend a project on the assigned topic. Students are allowed a maximum of three attempts.
Recommended literature
  • Isacowitz, R. K. (2011). Pilates anatomy. Champaing.
  • Klenková, M., Kazimír, J. (2010). Bolesti v kříži a Pilates medical. Praha.
  • Wood, S. (2019). Pilates for rehabilitation. Champaing.


Study plans that include the course
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