Developmental Physiology (LSPA_042)
About Study Course
Objective
To provide basic knowledge about morphological and physiological changes in a growing body and when ageing, about sensitive periods of development of physical properties, skills and abilities in determining and evaluating physical development of a person.
Prerequisites
The knowledge acquired at LSPA in the 1st year of studies in anatomy, foundations of physiology and biochemistry.
Learning outcomes
1. Will be well versed in the periodisation of ages.
2. Will be able to name and recognise anatomical and physiological characteristics of growing children at certain ages.
3. Will know changes in the structure and functions as a person ages.
4. Will know the role and significance of physical exercise in promoting physical development, developing and maintaining the ability to work.
The student will be able to measure and evaluate person’s anthropometric parameters.
To assess children’s and adult’s physical development, estimate their biological age and the degree of sexual development of adolescents.
To choose the best physical activity load and training methods for each age of students; to choose appropriate exercises for elderly people.
