Multidisciplinary approach to the nervous system (anatomy - pathology) - Theory

Neuroanatomy introduction

This unit provides the fundamental knowledge for physiotherapy and motor sciences students concerning the structure of the nervous system and its vegetative and somatic sensorimotor systems.

Advanced studies in neuroanatomy and neurophysiology

Contents
Neuroanatomy with elements of embryology, course given in French
Introduction The Human Nervous System, Embryology, Skull osteology, Meninges 
Central Nervous System Spinal Cord, Brain Stem, Cerebellum, Diencephalon, Telencéphalon, CSF Spaces, Vascularisation 
Peripheral Nervous System Cranial Nerves, Spinal Nerves 
Motor/effector and sensory systems Somatic Motor Systems, Somatic Sensory Systems, Special Sense Organs, Vegetative Nervous System

Practical neuroanatomy applied to physiotherapy

Contents
Neuroanatomy with elements of embryology, course given in French
Introduction The Human Nervous System, Embryology, Skull osteology, Meninges 
Central Nervous System Spinal Cord, Brain Stem, Cerebellum, Diencephalon, Telencéphalon, CSF Spaces, Vascularisation 
Peripheral Nervous System Cranial Nerves, Spinal Nerves 
Motor/effector and sensory systems Somatic Motor Systems, Somatic Sensory Systems, Special Sense Organs, Vegetative Nervous System

Neuropsychology introduction

5 introductory lessons & 7 chapters:

• Overview on nervous system physiology
• Communication
• Somatic sensory systems (somesthesia, vision,...)
• somatic motor system
• Cognitive systems
• State systems including the vegetative nervous system
• System nervous homeostasis

Biochemistry

This module presents the nervous system through anatomy, histology, physiology, biochemistry and semiology. The biochemistry is concerned by neurotransmitters synthesis, their release mechanisms,the neurotransmitters receptors and their post-synaptic activities.

Histology

workshop

Genral pathology

Physiopathological process sustaining pain.

Special pathology

"Special Pathology of the Nervous System" concerns those neurological diseases and injuries that affect muskuloskeletal function and are relevant to physiotherapy, including general principles of their treatment. This subject matter is complementary to the course dedicated to neurological physiotherapy.
The content of the course (in French) is the following:

• General clinical manifestations of muscle tone, postural control, balance, coordination, mouvement control and abnormal movements, including the multifactorial alterations of balance in the elderly.
• Cognitive dysfunction including coma, as well as its consequences, and their impact on rehabilitation. Dementia and complications of alcoholism.
• Parkinson's and related diseases, tremor.
• Stroke, ischémic and haemorrhagic.
• Stroke rehabilitation.
• Tumours and abcesses of the central nervous system.
• Hydrocephalus.
• Head trauma.
• Spinal cord compression, acute and chronic.
• Rehabilitation of spinal cord compression.
• Multiple sclerosis and motoneuron disease.
• Peripheral neuropathy and myopathy.
• Neuromuscular junction disorders.
• Cerebral Palsy

Neuroanatomy introduction

The general objective of this course is to provide the student with an understanding of the structure of the normal nervous system and sensory organs. The course contents have been chosen with the help of the physiotherapy and motor science teachers in order to provide a large knowledge base that is necessary and adequate for further teaching. This course is part of a multidisciplinary strategy which leads the

• physiotherapy student from the understanding of the normal structure and function of the human nervous system to its abnormalities and to neurological disorders. This lays the ground for the course teaching neurological physiotherapy, as well as the integrative course "Problem Based Learning" ("Apprentissage par problèmes - Approche multidisciplinaire du système nerveux appliquée à la kinésithérapie."), and
• the students of motor sciences to a neuroanatomical basis for the following applied course.

Advanced studies in neuroanatomy and neurophysiology

The general objective of this course is to provide the student with an understanding of the structure of the normal nervous system and sensory organs. The course contents have been chosen with the help of the physiotherapy teachers in order to provide a large knowledge base that is necessary and adequate for further teaching. This course is part of a multidisciplinary strategy which leads the student from the understanding of the normal structure and function of the human nervous system to its abnormalities and to neurological disorders. This lays the ground for the course teaching neurological physiotherapy, as well as the integrative course "Problem Based Learning" ("Apprentissage par problèmes - Approche multidisciplinaire du système nerveux appliquée à la kinésithérapie.").
Learning objectives are outlined in a list provided to the students.

Practical neuroanatomy applied to physiotherapy

The general objective of this course is to provide the student with an understanding of the structure of the normal nervous system and sensory organs. The course contents have been chosen with the help of the physiotherapy teachers in order to provide a large knowledge base that is necessary and adequate for further teaching. This course is part of a multidisciplinary strategy which leads the student from the understanding of the normal structure and function of the human nervous system to its abnormalities and to neurological disorders. This lays the ground for the course teaching neurological physiotherapy, as well as the integrative course "Problem Based Learning" ("Apprentissage par problèmes - Approche multidisciplinaire du système nerveux appliquée à la kinésithérapie.").
Learning objectives are outlined in a list provided to the students.

Neuropsychology introduction

Teaching will guide the student to develop a general knowledge on:

• How is the information coded by electrical signals
• How does the information spread in nerve cells
• How is the information transmitted from one cell to another
• How extrernal and internal stimuli are coded by the nervous system, including nociceptive stimuli
• how postures and movements are controlled
• the main cognitive domains: memory, langage, attention,...
• the multiple organisation levels of somatic sensory and motor systems, cognitive systems and state system
• the multiple interactions between somatic motor systems, sensory systems, cognition, emotion, sleep-wake mechanisms and the vegetative nervous system

Biochemistry

To known the biochemical, anatomical, histological and physiological basis of the nervous system in order to be able to understand the diseases of this system.
The Biochemistry partim is focused on neurotransmitters : synthesis, release mechanisms, receptors and post-synaptic effects.

Histology

microscopy of nervous tissu

Special pathology

To teach the principal neurologic disorders that impact on muskuloskeletal function. More detailed learning objectives are provided by each participating teacher.

Neuroanatomy introduction

Prerequisite:

• Elementary information on the Anatomy of the nervous system as provided in preuniversity teaching and in the introductory course to human anatomy.

Advanced studies in neuroanatomy and neurophysiology

Prerequisite:

• Elementary information on the Anatomy of the nervous system as provided in preuniversity teaching and in the introductory course to human anatomy.

Practical neuroanatomy applied to physiotherapy

Prerequisite:

• Elementary information on the Anatomy of the nervous system as provided in preuniversity teaching and in the introductory course to human anatomy.

Neuropsychology introduction

Biology
General Physiology
Biochimie générale

Biochemistry

General chemistry, general biology, histologie, cytology, general physiology, general biochemistry, human biochemistry.

Histology

histology
neuroanatomy

Special pathology

• Required: anatomy, physiology, general notions of physiotherapy.
• Course on the massage theory and practice, Re-education of the musculoskeletal system theory and practice, hydro and mechano-therapy, electro-physiotherapy...

Neuroanatomy introduction

Lectures in the auditorium.

Advanced studies in neuroanatomy and neurophysiology

Teaching method

• Lectures.
• Work on learning objectives in presence of teachers.
• Practical exercise sessions : application of the theoretical notions from the lectures.

Practical neuroanatomy applied to physiotherapy

Teaching method

• Lectures.
• Work on learning objectives in presence of teachers.
• Practical exercise sessions : application of the theoretical notions from the lectures.

Neuropsychology introduction

N/A

Biochemistry

Ex-cathedra lectures (two hours).

Histology

workshop

Special pathology

Traditional teaching in auditorium.

Neuroanatomy introduction

On site ("face-to-face" - auditorium).
These teaching conditions will be adapted according to the requirements of the sanitary situation (COVID-19) and partially or completely moved online into virtual classrooms.

Advanced studies in neuroanatomy and neurophysiology

On site ("face-to-face" - auditorium).
These teaching conditions will be adapted according to the requirements of the sanitary situation (COVID-19) and partially or completely moved online into virtual classrooms.

Practical neuroanatomy applied to physiotherapy

On site ("face-to-face" - auditorium).
These teaching conditions will be adapted according to the requirements of the sanitary situation (COVID-19) and partially or completely moved online into virtual classrooms.

Neuropsychology introduction

Ex cathedra lessons - face-to-face
These teaching conditions will be adapted according to the requirements of the sanitary situation (COVID-19) and partially or completely moved online into virtual classrooms.

Biochemistry

See the timetable notice board. For the year 2020-2021, depending on the number of students and the health situation, a system of courses given both face-to-face and at a distance (UNI-CAST system) will eventually be put in place. In all cases, the lessons will be saved to be viewed later.

Histology

distance-learning (e-campus-MyUliege)

Genral pathology

Hybride 

Special pathology

Face-to-face.

Advanced studies in neuroanatomy and neurophysiology

Written exam
- hybrid session: in person, multiple choice questions and/or open questions
- on-line exam: eCampus, multiple choice questions and/or open questions
Any student who is unable to sit the exam in person, due to quarantine duly attested by a certificate, must represent the exam in oral or written form. This exam will be rescheduled as soon as possible during the session depending on the availability of the teacher (s)

Neuropsychology introduction

Written exam
- hybrid session: in person, multiple choice questions and/or open questions
- on-line exam: eCampus, multiple choice questions and/or open questions
Any student who is unable to sit the exam in person, due to quarantine duly attested by a certificate, must represent the exam in oral or written form. This exam will be rescheduled as soon as possible during the session depending on the availability of the teacher (s)

Special pathology

Choice of each professor. Individually contact these if necessary.

Neuroanatomy introduction

• Course book available online for all students, in French.
• The "Vade Mecum" of the course book includes a list of suggested references, many of which are available in English.

Advanced studies in neuroanatomy and neurophysiology

• Course book available online for all students, in French.
• The "Vade Mecum" of the course book includes a list of suggested references, many of which are available in English.

Practical neuroanatomy applied to physiotherapy

• Course book available online for all students, in French.
• The "Vade Mecum" of the course book includes a list of suggested references, many of which are available in English.

Neuropsychology introduction

Diaporama & learning objectives available on the eCampus platform
Learning objectives can also be reached using the following textbook:
Neurosciences, 6th edition, 2019 (in French) D. Purves, G.J. Augustine, D. Fitzpatrick, W.C. Hall, A.-S LaMantia, J.O. McNamara, L.E. White. de boeck Ed.
Learning objectives can also be reached using these excellent english textbooks:
Principles of Neural Science, 5th edition, 2012 E.R. Kandel, J.H. Schwartz, T.M. Jessell, MacGraw-Hill, Health Professions Division
Neurophysiology - A conceptual approach. 5th edition. R. Carpenter & B. Reddi, Hoder Arnold, An Hachette UK Company.

Biochemistry

Course reading available from the lecturer which is responsible for this module and on MyULG. The lecture presentation will be also added on MyULg.

Histology

notes and slides (e-campus and LyUliege

Special pathology

Provided by each teacher. Available on ecampus.

Neuroanatomy introduction

Written examination: Questions with open answers, MCQ
Depending on the sanitary conditions (COVID-19 pandemic), the exam will be organised on site (physical presence: codes green and yellow, possibly orange) or online (virtual: code red, possibly orange).

Advanced studies in neuroanatomy and neurophysiology

Written examination: Questions with open answers, MCQ
Depending on the sanitary conditions (COVID-19 pandemic), the exam will be organised on site (physical presence: codes green and yellow, possibly orange) or online (virtual: code red, possibly orange).

Practical neuroanatomy applied to physiotherapy

Written examination: Questions with open answers, MCQ
Depending on the sanitary conditions (COVID-19 pandemic), the exam will be organised on site (physical presence: codes green and yellow, possibly orange) or online (virtual: code red, possibly orange).

Neuropsychology introduction

Written examination: Questions with open answers, MCQ
Depending on the sanitary conditions (COVID-19 pandemic), the exam will be organised on site (physical presence: codes green and yellow, possibly orange) or online (virtual: code red, possibly orange).
The evaluation criterias are available on the Faculty Website: www.facmed.ulg.ac.be/examens
 
 

Biochemistry

Theoritical evaluation to be defined within the framework of an integrated evaluation (integrated written exam).

Histology

in accordance with the method recommended for the module

Special pathology

Written exam. Open questions or multiple choice questions.

Neuroanatomy introduction

Felix SCHOLTES
felix.scholtes@uliege.be

Secrétariat :

• Jessica THYS Tél. 04/366.51.91 Jessica.Thys@ulg.ac.be

Advanced studies in neuroanatomy and neurophysiology

Gaëtan GARRAUX et Felix SCHOLTES
ggarraux@uliege.be
felix.scholtes@ulg.ac.be

Secrétariat :

• F. SCHOLTES: Jessica THYS Tél. 04/366.51.91 Jessica.Thys@ulg.ac.be
• G. GARRAUX: Larisia BOURDOUX Tél. 04 366 59 50 larisia.bourdoux@ulg.ac.be

Practical neuroanatomy applied to physiotherapy

Gaëtan GARRAUX et Felix SCHOLTES
ggarraux@ulg.ac.be
felix.scholtes@ulg.ac.be
Secrétariat :

• F. SCHOLTES: Jessica THYS Tél. 04/366.51.91 Jessica.Thys@ulg.ac.be
• G. GARRAUX: Larisia BOURDOUX Tél. 04 366 59 50 larisia.bourdoux@ulg.ac.be

Neuropsychology introduction

Prof Gaetan GARRAUX
ggarraux@uliege.be


Secretary : Mrs Larisia BOURDOUX
Tél : 04/3665950

Biochemistry

Lecturer : B. ROGISTER, Full Professor
GIGA-Neurosciences
Tour de pathologie 2, étage +1, CHU
Tel. : +32 4 366 59 50
e-mail Bernard.Rogister@uliege.be
Larisia Bourdoux, Secretary Tel : 32 4 366 59 50 e-mail : Larisia.Bourdoux@uliege.be
 

Histology

Laboratoire d'Histologie Cytologie
chantal.humblet@uliege.be
04 3662403

Genral pathology

Prof. Y. HENROTIN - yhenrotin@uliege.be

Special pathology

Prof. F. SCHOLTES:
Course coordination. 
Secretary 04/366 5191 to establish contact with the different teachers.
Email jessica.thys@uliege.be // felix.scholtes@uliege.be

Genral pathology

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