AUXOLOGY
Learning outcomes of the course unit
Basic knowledges on factors modulaing growth and body composition. Influence of several sport activities on growth and pubertal development in children and adolescents.
Prerequisites
none
Course contents summary
The student will correctly fit the functional evaluation to the various phases of physical development, and to some pathological conditions like asthma and obesity.
Course contents
- Basic and clinical auxology
- Technical measurements of height, weight and body composition
- Physical activity in children and adolescents affected by chronical diseases
- Physical activity in disabled children
- Influence of growth activity on puberty
Recommended readings
N.Principi, A.Rubino, A. Vierucci: Peditria Generale e Specialistica- Ed. Ambrosiana 2012
Teaching methods
frontal lesson and team work on selected clinical cases
Assessment methods and criteria
oral examination
