Studying at the University of Verona

Here you can find information on the organisational aspects of the Programme, lecture timetables, learning activities and useful contact details for your time at the University, from enrolment to graduation.

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Bachelor's degree in Physiotherapy [L/SNT2] - Enrollment from 2026/2027

The Study Plan includes all modules, teaching and learning activities that each student will need to undertake during their time at the University.
Please select your Study Plan based on your enrollment year.

1° Year

ModulesCreditsTAFSSD
7
A/B
BIO/16 ,BIO/17 ,MED/48
6
A/B
BIO/09 ,MED/48
6
A/B
BIO/09 ,M-PSI/01
5
A/B
M-DEA/01 ,MED/36 ,MED/42 ,MED/48
5
A/B
MED/34 ,MED/48 ,M-PED/01
8
A/B
BIO/10 ,BIO/13 ,FIS/07 ,MED/01
3
E/F
L-LIN/12

3° Year  activated in the A.Y. 2019/2020

ModulesCreditsTAFSSD
7
A/B/C
MED/43 ,MED/44 ,M-PSI/06 ,SECS-P/10 ,SPS/07
6
B
MED/06 ,MED/09 ,MED/24 ,MED/48
Prova finale
7
E
-
ModulesCreditsTAFSSD
7
A/B
BIO/16 ,BIO/17 ,MED/48
6
A/B
BIO/09 ,MED/48
6
A/B
BIO/09 ,M-PSI/01
5
A/B
M-DEA/01 ,MED/36 ,MED/42 ,MED/48
5
A/B
MED/34 ,MED/48 ,M-PED/01
8
A/B
BIO/10 ,BIO/13 ,FIS/07 ,MED/01
3
E/F
L-LIN/12
activated in the A.Y. 2019/2020
ModulesCreditsTAFSSD
7
A/B/C
MED/43 ,MED/44 ,M-PSI/06 ,SECS-P/10 ,SPS/07
6
B
MED/06 ,MED/09 ,MED/24 ,MED/48
Prova finale
7
E
-

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Teaching code

4S01156

Credits

2

Language

Italian

Scientific Disciplinary Sector (SSD)

MED/26 - NEUROLOGY

Period

FISIO VI 2^ ANNO - 1^ SEMESTRE dal Oct 1, 2018 al Nov 23, 2018.

Location

VICENZA

To show the organization of the course that includes this module, follow this link:  Course organization

Learning outcomes

Acquiring knowledge on the main elements of the pathophysiology of the sensorimotor system and the main neurological syndromes. Acquiring knowledge and basic skills on neurological semiotics (sensory and motor system, pain, consciousness disorders, main cognitive signs and symptoms, main neurological syndromes).

Program

The anatomo-functional features of the nervous system as the basis for the understanding of neurological signs and symptoms. The mechanisms of plasticity of the central nervous system and their role in the pathophysiology of neurological damage and recovery.
Elements of physiology of the peripheral nervous system. Pathophysiology of peripheral nervous system, motor unit and the neuromuscular junction.
Basic concepts on clinical neurophysiopathology.
Introduction to neurological semiotics. Medical history and neurological examination.
Semiotics of posture,, balance and gait. Semiotics of the cranial nerves. Semiotics of the somatosensory system and the nociceptive system. The superficial and deep reflexes.
The semiotics of cognitive disorders (aphasia, agnosia, apraxia, memory disorders).
Semiotics of the main neurological syndromes and diseases (stroke, Parkinson's disease and other extrapyramidal syndromes). Elements of physiology and pathophysiology of pain and clinics of neuropathic pain.

Examination Methods

Written test

Students with disabilities or specific learning disorders (SLD), who intend to request the adaptation of the exam, must follow the instructions given HERE