University of Primorska, Faculty of Health Sciences

In order to control the spread of infectious disease Sars-Cov-2 (Covid-19), we unfortunately have to CANCEL our summer school “Prevention and Rehabilitation of Upper Body Injuries in Sport”, which should be organized from 6th to 10th July 2020.

We invite you to join us next year!

ON THE MEDITERRANEAN COAST IN SLOVENIA

SUMMER SCHOOL PROGRAMME
  MONDAY 6th July TUESDAY 7th July WEDNESDAY 8th July THURSDAY 9th July FRIDAY 10th July
8:00 – 8:45 Lecture – Anatomy, functional anatomy, biomechanics and neuromuscular control of upper body Lecture – movement therapy; strength and power Lecture – integration of different training modalities; analytical and synthetical approach; cyclization Practical in Central Slovenian Region: Project presentations
8:45 – 9:30   Practical – strength training for upper body   Application of holistic rehabilitation approaches for the upper body – cluster of case study reports from practitioners in different fields  
Break       Bandaging techniques, use of orthotic devices and other supplementary therapy approaches   
9:40 – 10:25 Practical – In-vivo anatomy and palpation of upper body Practical – strength and power training for upper body Practical – integration of different training modalities; analytical and synthetical approach   Project presentations
10:25 – 11:10   Lecture – movement therapy; mobility and flexibility      
11:10 – 11:55 Lecture – Epidemiology and etiology  Practical – flexibility and mobility training for upper body      
Lunch           
14:00 -14:45 Lecture – Etiology and injury mechanisms, external and internal risk factors Lecture – movement therapy; joint stabilization training Practical – integration of different training modalities and cyclization    
14:45 – 15:30 Practical – analysis of posture and movement patterns Practical – joint stabilization training for upper body      
15:30 – 16:15          

WHY ATTEND?
The main aim of the course is to present and introduce the students to the management of the upper trunk and the upper limbs injuries in sport. The objective of the course is to get the student to be able to plan and carry out all steps and aspects of the injury management: examination of athletes, designing and performing rehabilitation programs, preventing injuries and using supplementary techniques and physical agents. At the same time, the goal is for the student to know the background/etiology and epidemiology of sports injuries of the upper body. The objective of the course is also to teach the students to transfer the theoretical knowledge into practice and develop the ability to work in a team of health professionals, and finally, to critically evaluate their own work and the work of their colleagues.

SOCIAL ACTIVITIES
The social activities will be organized by the Student Council of UP Faculty of Health Sciences. Participants will have the opportunity to confront their views, acquire knowledge and make discoveries, while developing lifelong friendships and gaining unforgettable memories.

CREDITS EARNED
By completing the Summer School, participants will get awarded with 3 ECTS.

WHO CAN APPLY?
The summer school is intended for undergraduate students from Slovenia and abroad. Basic knowledge of anatomy, biomechanics and fundamentals of strength training and conditioning is recommended. Postgraduate students and other participants, working in the field of physical conditioning, preventive care and physiotherapy are also invited.

APPLICATION INFO
Participants can apply by fulfilling the application form.  Applications are open until 31st March 2020, i.e. the program will be closed when the available places will be fully booked.

PRICE
The price of the program is 150 € per participant.

The price covers the organization of the Summer School, materials in e-form, transfer within the program to partner organizations, promotional materials and the Letter of confirmation.

Payment methods

Payment to:
UP FVZ, Polje 42SI-6310 Izola, Slovenia
IBAN: SI56 011006000006037
SWIFT: BSLJSI2X
Bank: BANKA SLOVENIJE, Slovenska 35, 1505 Ljubljana
Purpose: put in your NAME AND SURNAME – SUMMER SCHOOL

The fee is due to be paid by 30th April 2020. The invoice will be provided after receipt of the payment.

Information in case of application cancellation

Cancellations should be sent to the following e-mail address: summerschool@fvz.upr.si. In case of application cancellation until 31st March 2020, the participants will be entitled to full refund; in case of application cancellation until 30th April 2020, the faculty withholds 30% of the payment; in the case of application cancellation after 30th April 2020, the fee will not be reimbursed.

LOCATION
The Summer School will take place in Izola, Slovenia.

ACCOMMODATION
You can book your accommodation in one of the following hostels/hotels:
Hostel Alieti: http://en.hostel-alieti.si/
Prisoje Lodgings: http://www.pristan-koper.si/storitve/single/prisoje-lodgings-1679B&B
Kushin: http://www.kushin.si/en/accomodation
Hostel Bcenter: https://www.bcenter.si/hostel/Hotel
Keltika: https://www.hotel-izola.si/en/
Hostel Museum: https://www.hostel-museum.com/en/
Hostel Histria: http://www.hostel-histria.si/

Please arrange the accommodation in Izola or Koper immediately after we confirm your participation, as the places in July are quickly booked.

CONTACT US
In case of any questions do not hesitate to contact us!
Andreja Brecelj
Coordinator of the Summer School
E-mail summerschool@fvz.upr.si
Phone + 386 5 66 24 77
Website www.fvz.upr.si/en

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