Course: Pilates for Physiotherapists

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Course title Pilates for Physiotherapists
Course code KFA/PILAT
Organizational form of instruction Exercise
Level of course Bachelor
Year of study 3
Semester Winter and summer
Number of ECTS credits 1
Language of instruction Czech
Status of course Compulsory-optional
Form of instruction Face-to-face
Work placements This is not an internship
Recommended optional programme components None
Lecturer(s)
  • Štěpánová Jarmila, Mgr. Ph.D.
  • Bubenová Vanda, Mgr.
Course content
1. Introduction of the history of Pilates, modern Pilates concept, introduction of the basic principles of Pilates, principles of designing an exercise unit 2. Basic set of exercises on mat MAT 1 3. Basic set of exercises on mat MAT 2 4. Basic set of exercises on mat MAT 3 5. Practical introduction of the basic exercise equipment at the Pilates studio (Pilates Rollers, Pilates Cicles, Towell Work) and theoretical interduction of Pilates machines (Reformer, Cadillac, Wunda Chair) 6. Exercise set for patients with chronic back pain 7. Exercise set for patients with scoliosis and poor body posture 8.Exercise set for pregnant women and women after childbirth

Learning activities and teaching methods
Lecture, Monologic Lecture(Interpretation, Training), Dialogic Lecture (Discussion, Dialog, Brainstorming), Work with Text (with Book, Textbook), Training in job and motor Skils
Learning outcomes
The aim of the Pilates for physiotherapists is to teach the students theoretical knowledge as well as practical skills in the area of Pilates preventive exercise program. Throughout the course emphasis will be put on the development of the students' leading and creating Pilates exercise programs for health impaired individuals.
The students will be able to use the acquired knowledge and skills in their future jobs for example like a physiotherapist leading and creating Pilates exercise programs for health impaired individuals.
Prerequisites
Basic knowledge of human anatomy, physiology, basic gymnastic and own physical fitness.
KPK/ANF1

Assessment methods and criteria
Student performance, Systematic Observation of Student, Seminar Work

80% active participation in practical seminars, didactic examination
Recommended literature
  • Isacowitz, R. K. (2011). Pilates anatomy. Champaing: Human Kinetics.
  • Klenková, M., Kazimír, J. (2010). Bolesti v kříži a Pilates medical. Praha: Slovart.
  • Wood, S. (2019). Pilates for rehabilitation. Champaing: Human Kinetics.


Study plans that include the course
Faculty Study plan (Version) Category of Branch/Specialization Recommended year of study Recommended semester
Faculty: Faculty of Physical Culture Study plan (Version): - (2020) Category: Health service 3 Recommended year of study:3, Recommended semester: Winter
Faculty: Faculty of Physical Culture Study plan (Version): Physiotherapy (2016) Category: Health service 3 Recommended year of study:3, Recommended semester: Winter