COURSE SYLLABUS Physiotherapy: Basic Acupuncture 7.5 credits Fysioterapi: Grundläggande akupunktur First cycle, S0093H Version Spring 2015 Sp 3 - Spring 2015 Sp 4Autumn 2015 Sp 1 - Spring 2016 Sp 4Autumn 2016 Sp 1 - Autumn 2019 Sp 2Spring 2020 Sp 3 - Present Course syllabus valid: Spring 2020 Sp 3 - PresentThe version indicates the term and period for which this course syllabus is valid. The most recent version of the course syllabus is shown first. Education level First cycle Grade scale U G VG * Subject Physiotherapy Subject group (SCB) Therapy, Rehabilitation and Dietary Treatment Entry requirementsIn order to meet the general entry requirements for first cycle studies you must have successfully completed upper secondary education and documented skills in English language and knowledge of the scientific foundations of physiotherapy and its methods, the implementation of physiotherapeutic measures with respect to examination and treatment, considering relevant scientific and social aspects, equivalent 60 Credits in the subject physiotherapy. Knowledge of basic anatomic concepts and musculoskeletal anatomy as well as pain physiology. More information about English language requirements SelectionThe selection is based on 1-165 credits.Course Aim On completion of the course, the student should, from a scientific foundation, given current laws and regulations, and with an ethical approach, be able to: Apply acupuncture treatment Assess scientific evidence, indications and contraindications for acupuncture treatment based on a patient's/client's health state, goals and the context as well as self-knowledge and capabilities to give acupuncture treatment Contents Acupuncture treatment and electroacupuncture History, physiological theory and scientific evidence for acupuncture treatment Legal aspects, hygiene standards and indications and contraindications for acupuncture treatment Realization Manual skills in acupuncture are trained through practical exercises with fellow students. Through individual studies, lectures and seminars, the student will learn about the scientific basis for acupuncture and its history, legal and hygienic standards, as well as exercising the ability to make assessments about treatment indications. Scientific evidence is studied in a written assignment.Examination Objective 1 is assessed through an oral/practical exam and a written exam and through labs. Objective 2 is assessed through a written examination as well as assignments and a seminar. Criteria for Pass and Pass with credit are stated in the study guideRemarks This is a first-cycle course. Study supervision is provided in the course room in Canvas.Transition terms The course is equal to S0076H.ExaminerStina RutbergTransition termsThe course S0093H is equal to S0076HLiterature. Valid from Autumn 2015 Sp 1 Carlsson C. (2010). Grundläggande akupunktur. Second edition. Lund: Studentlitteratur. Scientific articles and other copied material to be added. Search books in the library » Course offered byDepartment of Health SciencesModules CodeDescriptionGrade scaleCrStatusFrom periodTitle 0003Scientific seminarU G#1.00MandatoryS15 0004LabsU G#1.00MandatoryA15 0006Written examinationU G VG *3.50MandatoryA15 0007Oral practical examinationU G VG *2.00MandatoryA16 Syllabus establishedby 29 Jun 2014Last revisedby Dean of Department of Health Sciences 14 Jun 2019