METODOLOGIA DELLA RIABILITAZIONE VISCERALEModule METODOLOGIE E TECNICHE DI RIABILITAZIONE URO-GINECOLOGICA
Academic Year 2026/2027 - Teacher: RITA BELLAExpected Learning Outcomes
Expected Learning Outcomes (Dublin Descriptors)
1. Knowledge and Understanding
The student is expected to acquire fundamental knowledge of the anatomy and physiology of the pelvic floor, with particular reference to the main mechanisms underlying urinary incontinence and the most common urogynecological dysfunctions. They should also understand the principles of pelvic-perineal examination and therapeutic exercise within a rehabilitation context.
2. Applying Knowledge and Understanding
Under supervision and within the limits of their professional scope, the student will be able to contribute to the functional assessment of the pelvic floor through basic pelvic-perineal examination and to apply therapeutic exercise protocols for the treatment of urogynecological dysfunctions.
3. Making Judgements
The student will develop the ability to recognize the main signs and symptoms of pelvic floor dysfunctions, guiding rehabilitation decisions according to clinical guidelines and recommendations, and identifying when referral to other healthcare professionals is appropriate.
4. Communication Skills
The student will be able to establish an appropriate therapeutic relationship, communicating clearly and respectfully with patients, providing accurate instructions for exercise performance, and ensuring attention to ethical principles and confidentiality.
5. Learning Skills
The student will develop autonomous learning skills necessary for continuous professional development, with particular reference to evidence-based practice in pelvic floor rehabilitation.
Course Structure
Required Prerequisites
Attendance of Lessons
Detailed Course Content
Textbook Information
1. Autori: Donatella Giraudo- Gianfranco Lamberti Titolo: Incontinenza urinaria femminile . Manuale per la riabilitazione. Edizione: Edi -Ermes II edizione, 2021 (reference book)
2. Autrice: Arianna BortolamiTitolo: Riabilitazione del pavimento pelvico Edra Spa, 2022 (reference book)
Course Planning
| Subjects | Text References | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Pelviperineal examination for the evaluation of female and male urinary incontinence: anamnesis, evaluation of symptoms, physical examination. | Autori: Donatella Giraudo- Gianfranco LambertiTitolo: Incontinenza urinaria femminile . Manuale per la riabilitazione. Edizione: Edi -Ermes II edizione, 2021 |
| 2 | Therapeutic exercise of the pelvic floor: awareness of muscle recruitment, position of the pelvis. | Autori: Donatella Giraudo- Gianfranco Lamberti Titolo: Incontinenza urinaria femminile . Manuale per la riabilitazione. Edizione: Edi -Ermes II edizione, 2021 |
| 3 | Type of exercises: knack, counter-resistance exercises, recruitment of respiratory muscles, non-generating techniques to increase intra-abdominal pressure, breathing exercises and postural re-education. | Autori: Donatella Giraudo- Gianfranco Lamberti Titolo: Incontinenza urinaria femminile . Manuale per la riabilitazione. Edizione: Edi -Ermes II edizione, 2021 |
| 4 | Instrumental re-education of the pelvic floor: electrostimulation, biofeedback. | Autrice: Arianna BortolamiTitolo: Riabilitazione del pavimento pelvico Edra Spa, 2022 |
Learning Assessment
Learning Assessment Procedures
Oral exam. Elements to be evaluated: relevance of the answers, quality of their contents, ability to connect with other topics within the program, ability to report examples, quality of technical language, and overall expressive ability.
Examples of frequently asked questions and / or exercises
1. Awareness of the perineal musculature and its possible movements
2. Protocol for the assessment of female urinary incontinence
3. Voluntary Early Contraction
4. Alteration of the breathing pattern.