Special Topics in Physiotherapy

Course Code:

PTR 312

Course Period:

Spring

Course Type:

Area Elective

Theoric:

2

Practice:

0

Credits:

2

ECTS:

3

Course Language:

English

Course Coordinator:

Elif Tuğçe ÇİL SERTÖZ

Courses given by:

Elif Tuğçe ÇİL SERTÖZ

Course Objectives:

The aim of the course is to provide students with in-depth knowledge on specialized topics such as special issues in orthopedic problems, lymphedema, women's health, swallowing disorders, burn rehabilitation, rare diseases, tele-rehabilitation, enabling them to enhance their evidence-based intervention skills in clinical practice.

Course Content:

In this course; special topics in orthopedic problems, lymphedema, women's health, swallowing disorders, burn rehabilitation, rare diseases, telerehabilitation will be discussed.

Course Methodology:

: 1: Lecture, 2: Discussion Question - answer

Course Evaluation Methods:

A: Theoratical exam

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Course Learning Outcomes

Learning Outcomes	Program Learning Outcomes	Teaching Methods	Assessment Methods
1. Expresses the basic principles and laws of heat and light	4,7	1,2	A
2. Explains the application of superficial hot and cold modalities	4,7	1,2	A
3. Evaluation the modalities in relation to the diseases	4,7	1,2	A
4. Applying the modalities in relation to the diseases	4,7	1,2	A

Course Flow

Week	Topics	Study Materials
1	Lymphatic system & lymphedema
2	Plantar Fasciitis & Hallux Valgus
3	Rare Disease
4	Osteoarthritis
5	Swallowing Disorders
6	Ankylosing Spondylitis (AS) & Torticollis
7	Burn Rehabilitation
8	Spine Disease
9	Amputee Gait Analysis
10	Shoulder Disorders
11	Women's Health
12	Yoga and Pregnancy
13	E-health
14	Temporomandibular Joint
15	General Overview

Recommended Sources

Textbook	 Carter, R., & Lubinsky, J. (2015). Rehabilitation research: principles and applications. Elsevier Health Sciences.  Harutoğlu H. (2022).Special Topics in Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation
Additional Resources

Material Sharing

Documents	Photocopy shareable.
Assignments	Shareable.
Exams	Not shareable.

Assessment

IN-TERM STUDIES	NUMBER	PERCENTAGE
Mid-terms	1	40
Fınal examınatıon	1	60
Total		100
CONTRIBUTION OF FINAL EXAMINATION TO OVERALL GRADE		60
CONTRIBUTION OF IN-TERM STUDIES TO OVERALL GRADE		40
Total		100

COURSE CATEGORY

Expertise/Field Courses

Course’s Contribution to Program

No	Program Learning Outcomes	Contribution
No	Program Learning Outcomes	1	2	3	4	5
1	Provides health knowledge for national and international physiotherapy and rehabilitation practices.			X
2	Enhances the ability to effectively define and analyze problems using fundamental knowledge.			X
3	Equips with the skills to use assessment methods and develop evidence-based solutions for maintaining, improving, and optimizing the health of patients and healthy individuals.			X
4	Enables the selection and application of appropriate treatment techniques for specific cases.				X
5	Fosters practical skills in translating theoretical knowledge into practical applications.		X
6	Provides the ability to select therapy agents, plan treatment programs, follow current literature, and apply them in rehabilitation.				X
7	Instills the ability to understand special topics in physiotherapy.					X
8	Develops effective communication skills for interaction with patients and other healthcare professionals			X
9	Cultivates a culture of continuous learning and sensitivity to personal development			X
10	Imparts the ability to identify the responsibilities, rights, and duties related to the physiotherapy profession and adhere to professional ethics, principles, and standards.			X

ECTS

Activities	Quantity	Duration (Hour)	Total Workload (Hour)
Course Duration (Including the exam week: 16x Total course hours)	15	2	30
Hours for off-the-classroom study (Pre-study, practice)	15	2	30
Mid-terms	1	2	2
Final examination	1	2	2
Total Work Load			64
Total Work Load / 25 (h)			2.56
ECTS Credit of the Course			3

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