ID:
HPR13B
Duration (hours):
16
CFU:
2
SSD:
MEDICINA FISICA E RIABILITATIVA
Located in:
CHIETI
Url:
HEALTH PROFESSIONS OF REHABILITATION SCIENCES/CORSO GENERICO Year: 2
Year:
2026
Course Catalogue:
Overview
Date/time interval
Secondo Semestre (01/03/2027 - 31/05/2027)
Syllabus
Course Objectives
Upon successful completion of the course, students will be able to:
understand the principles of rehabilitation robotics, telemedicine, and telerehabilitation, with particular reference to innovative technologies used in rehabilitation and healthcare pathways;
describe the main clinical applications of rehabilitation robotics, digital health technologies, and remote monitoring systems across different rehabilitation settings;
evaluate the benefits, limitations, safety, usability, and appropriateness of innovative technologies in prevention, healthcare, and rehabilitation according to the principles of Evidence-Based Rehabilitation;
understand the legal, ethical, professional, and data protection issues related to telemedicine and telerehabilitation;
integrate innovative technologies into the Individual Rehabilitation Project (IRP), supporting continuity of care and personalised rehabilitation pathways;
apply clinical and rehabilitation reasoning to select the most appropriate technological solutions according to patients' needs and clinical settings;
collaborate effectively within multidisciplinary teams, recognising the contribution of healthcare professionals and technical experts involved in the development and implementation of advanced rehabilitation technologies.
develop a critical approach to technological innovation, promoting lifelong learning and continuous professional development.
Course Prerequisites
Students are expected to have a basic knowledge of:
human anatomy and physiology, with particular reference to the musculoskeletal system and the central and peripheral nervous systems;
pathology and rehabilitation medicine, including the main motor, sensory, and cognitive disabilities encountered in rehabilitation practice;
principles of functional assessment and the rehabilitation process, including the main outcome measures and assessment scales;
basic rehabilitation methodologies and techniques across different healthcare settings;
fundamental digital competencies, including the use of common digital tools and technologies in healthcare;
organisation of healthcare and rehabilitation services, with particular reference to care pathways and continuity of care;
basic principles of ethics, professional conduct, and data protection in healthcare.
Basic knowledge of the principles of Evidence-Based Rehabilitation and evidence-based clinical practice.
Teaching Methods
Teaching activities include lectures, guided analysis and discussion of clinical cases, and active student participation. These teaching methods are designed to promote the integration of theoretical knowledge with clinical practice, foster critical thinking, and develop clinical reasoning and decision-making skills in the field of physiotherapy, occupational terapy, speech language and robotic rehabilitation.
Assessment Methods
Student learning is assessed through:
a written mid-term assessment, designed to evaluate the progressive achievement of the intended learning outcomes and the acquisition of theoretical knowledge;
a final oral examination, aimed at assessing the student's ability to integrate theoretical knowledge, apply clinical reasoning
The final grade is awarded on the Italian 30-point grading scale, with 18/30 as the minimum passing grade and 30/30 cum laude awarded to students who demonstrate outstanding knowledge, critical thinking, and the ability to integrate and apply the course contents with an appropriate level of professional judgement.
The mid-term assessment has a formative purpose and provides students with feedback on their progress towards the intended learning outcomes, supporting the consolidation of knowledge and further study before the final examination. The assessment consists of two open-ended questions and ten multiple-choice questions, each with four response options, of which only one is correct. The result of the mid-term assessment does not contribute to the final examination grade; rather, it serves as a tool for self-assessment and monitoring students' learning progress.
Also, students with disabilities, Specific Learning Disorders (SLD), or other Special Educational Needs (SEN) may be entitled to individualized examination arrangements, in accordance with current legislation and the provisions set out in the University Service Charter (https://www.unich.it/sites/default/files/2024-02/carta_dei_servizi_0.pdf), subject to prior agreement with the course instructor.
To request reasonable accommodations and/or exemption measures, students must register with the CON_TE_STO Service by following the procedure described in the University Service Charter.
Students are encouraged to contact the course instructor during the teaching period, or in any case well in advance of the examination date, to discuss the examination format and the accommodations that may be provided.
For information and guidance on the support services available at the University, students may contact the Department's Academic Advisor for Inclusion and Accessibility.
Texts
Recommended Reading
Italian Society of Physical and Rehabilitation Medicine (SIMFER). Cicerone Consensus (open-access document).
Colombo R., Sanguineti V. (Eds.). Rehabilitation Robotics: Technology and Application. 1st Edition. Academic Press, 2018.
Cardona M. (Ed.). Rehabilitation Robotics and Healthcare Devices. 1st Edition. Elsevier, 2024.
Cantagallo A. (Ed.). Telerehabilitation and Assistive Technologies: Technology Supporting Individuals with Neuropsychological Disorders. FrancoAngeli, 2014.
The recommended reading will be supplemented with peer-reviewed scientific articles, systematic reviews, national and international clinical practice guidelines, and consensus statements reflecting the most recent evidence in rehabilitation robotics, telemedicine, and telerehabilitation.
Students will be encouraged to adopt an active learning approach by independently searching the scientific literature using major biomedical databases and bibliographic search engines (e.g. PubMed, Scopus, and the Cochrane Library). Teaching activities will also include interactive discussion of clinical cases, scientific papers, and short student assignments in order to foster clinical reasoning, critical appraisal of emerging technologies, and the application of the principles of Evidence-Based Rehabilitation.
The use of international scientific literature is intended to promote independent learning, lifelong professional development, and the appropriate integration of innovative technologies into rehabilitation practice.
Italian Society of Physical and Rehabilitation Medicine (SIMFER). Cicerone Consensus (open-access document).
Colombo R., Sanguineti V. (Eds.). Rehabilitation Robotics: Technology and Application. 1st Edition. Academic Press, 2018.
Cardona M. (Ed.). Rehabilitation Robotics and Healthcare Devices. 1st Edition. Elsevier, 2024.
Cantagallo A. (Ed.). Telerehabilitation and Assistive Technologies: Technology Supporting Individuals with Neuropsychological Disorders. FrancoAngeli, 2014.
The recommended reading will be supplemented with peer-reviewed scientific articles, systematic reviews, national and international clinical practice guidelines, and consensus statements reflecting the most recent evidence in rehabilitation robotics, telemedicine, and telerehabilitation.
Students will be encouraged to adopt an active learning approach by independently searching the scientific literature using major biomedical databases and bibliographic search engines (e.g. PubMed, Scopus, and the Cochrane Library). Teaching activities will also include interactive discussion of clinical cases, scientific papers, and short student assignments in order to foster clinical reasoning, critical appraisal of emerging technologies, and the application of the principles of Evidence-Based Rehabilitation.
The use of international scientific literature is intended to promote independent learning, lifelong professional development, and the appropriate integration of innovative technologies into rehabilitation practice.
Contents
Innovative Technologies in Rehabilitation
Principles of robotic rehabilitation and its applications in major clinical rehabilitation settings.
Telemedicine and telerehabilitation: organisational models, clinical indications, and current limitations.
Digital technologies supporting functional assessment, outcome monitoring, and continuity of care.
Integration of innovative technologies into the Individual Rehabilitation Project (IRP) according to the principles of the International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health (ICF) and Evidence-Based Rehabilitation.
Principles of robotic rehabilitation and its applications in major clinical rehabilitation settings.
Telemedicine and telerehabilitation: organisational models, clinical indications, and current limitations.
Digital technologies supporting functional assessment, outcome monitoring, and continuity of care.
Integration of innovative technologies into the Individual Rehabilitation Project (IRP) according to the principles of the International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health (ICF) and Evidence-Based Rehabilitation.
Course Language
English. Where pedagogically appropriate and in order to facilitate students' understanding of the course contents, selected explanations and learning activities may also be conducted in Italian.
More information
Student office hours are available by appointment, to be arranged via the University's institutional email ( email: teresa.paolucci@unich.it)
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