HEAT-LIGHT AND HYDROTHERAPY PROGRAMME COURSE DESCRIPTION

Code	Name of the Course Unit	Semester	In-Class Hours (T+P)	Credit	ECTS Credit
FTY144E	HEAT-LIGHT AND HYDROTHERAPY	2	4	3	6

GENERAL INFORMATION
Language of Instruction :	English
Level of the Course Unit :	BACHELOR'S DEGREE, TYY: + 6.Level, EQF-LLL: 6.Level, QF-EHEA: First Cycle
Type of the Course :	Compulsory
Mode of Delivery of the Course Unit	-
Coordinator of the Course Unit	Prof. ZUHAL KUNDURACILAR
Instructor(s) of the Course Unit
Course Prerequisite	No

OBJECTIVES AND CONTENTS
Objectives of the Course Unit:	The aim of this course is to learn the physical properties of heat, light and water, their physiological effects, the use of superficial temperature and hydrotherapy modalities in the field of physiotherapy and rehabilitation, and to gain knowledge and skills regarding application experience.
Contents of the Course Unit:	Physical properties of heat and light, physiological effects of superficial heat and hydrotherapy applications, effects of these modalities on pain and inflammation mechanisms, indications and contraindications, superficial heat and hydrotherapy application methods in physiotherapy and rehabilitation.

KEY LEARNING OUTCOMES OF THE COURSE UNIT (On successful completion of this course unit, students/learners will or will be able to)
Compares modalities under clinical conditions.
Applies appropriate treatment modalities for different diseases.
Applies physical agents.
Explains the basic concepts related to the purposes and physiological effects of hydrotherapy.
Applies the purposes and implementation methods of tests used in hydrotherapy.

WEEKLY COURSE CONTENTS AND STUDY MATERIALS FOR PRELIMINARY & FURTHER STUDY
Week	Preparatory	Topics(Subjects)	Method
1	Relevant Sections of Resources, Web-based research, Individual research	Introduction to Heat, Light, and Hydrotherapy	Lecture, Discussion, Question-Answer
2	Relevant Sections of Resources, Web-based research, Individual research	Inflammation Process	Lecture, Discussion, Question-Answer, Project-Based Learning, Case Study
3	Relevant Sections of Resources, Web-based research, Individual research	Healing Process	Lecture, Discussion, Question-Answer, Project-Based Learning, Case Study
4	Relevant Sections of Resources, Web-based research, Individual research	Pain	Lecture, Discussion, Question-Answer, Project-Based Learning, Case Study
5	Relevant Sections of Resources, Web-based research, Individual research	Physical and Physiological Properties of Heat and Light	Lecture, Discussion, Question-Answer, Project-Based Learning, Case Study
6	Relevant Sections of Resources, Web-based research, Individual research	Hotpack and Paraffin Applications	Lecture, Discussion, Question-Answer, Project-Based Learning, Case Study
7	Relevant Sections of Resources, Web-based research, Individual research	Sensory Evaluations	Lecture, Discussion, Question-Answer, Project-Based Learning, Case Study
8	-	MID-TERM EXAM	-
9	Relevant Sections of Resources, Web-based research, Individual research	Fluidotherapy Applications	Lecture, Discussion, Question-Answer, Project-Based Learning, Case Study
10	Relevant Sections of Resources, Web-based research, Individual research	Cryotherapy Applications	Lecture, Discussion, Question-Answer, Project-Based Learning, Case Study
11	Relevant Sections of Resources, Web-based research, Individual research	Infrared Applications	Lecture, Discussion, Question-Answer, Project-Based Learning, Case Study
12	Relevant Sections of Resources, Web-based research, Individual research	LASER and Ultraviolet Applications / Practice	Lecture, Discussion, Question-Answer, Project-Based Learning, Case Study
13	Relevant Sections of Resources, Web-based research, Individual research	Introduction to Hydrotherapy, Basic Principles, and Hydrotherapy Applications	Lecture, Discussion, Question-Answer, Project-Based Learning, Case Study
14	Relevant Sections of Resources, Web-based research, Individual research	Hydrotherapy Applications	Lecture, Discussion, Question-Answer, Project-Based Learning, Case Study
15	Relevant Sections of Resources, Web-based research, Individual research	Balneotherapy Applications	Lecture, Discussion, Question-Answer, Project-Based Learning, Case Study
16	-	FINAL EXAM	-
17	-	FINAL EXAM	-

SOURCE MATERIALS & RECOMMENDED READING
Algun, Z. C. (Ed.). (2014). Fizyoterapi ve rehabilitasyon. İstanbul: Nobel Tıp.
Erbahçeci, F. (Ed.). (2019). Temel fizyoterapi rehabilitasyon. Ankara: Hipokrat Yayıncılık.
Harutoğlu, H. (Ed.). (2021). Güncel yaklaşımlarla fizyoterapi ve rehabilitasyona giriş. Ankara: Hipokrat Yayıncılık.
Karaduman, A. A., & Tunca Yılmaz, Ö. (Eds.). (2016). Fizyoterapi ve rehabilitasyon (3 cilt). Ankara: Hipokrat Kitabevi & Pelikan Kitabevi.
Özdinçler, A. R. (2018). Fizyoterapi ve rehabilitasyona giriş (2. baskı). İstanbul: İstanbul Tıp Kitabevi.
Özdinçler Razak, A. (2015). Fizyoterapi ve rehabilitasyona giriş. İstanbul: İstanbul Tıp Kitabevi.
Pagliarulo, M. A. (2012). Introduction to physical therapy (4th ed.). Elsevier Mosby.
Swisher, L. L., Hiller, P., & APTA Task Force to Revise the Core Ethics Documents. (2010).
Topçu, Ş., Karlık, E., & Yiğit, Ş. (2022). 50 soruda fizyoterapi (Ş. Yiğit, Ed.). İstanbul: Altınbaş Üniversitesi Yayınları.
The revised APTA code of ethics for the physical therapist and standards of ethical conduct for the physical therapist assistant: Theory, purpose, process, and significance. Physical Therapy, 90(5), 803–824. https://doi.org/10.2522/ptj.20090373

ASSESSMENT
Assessment & Grading of In-Term Activities	Number of Activities	Degree of Contribution (%)	Description	Examination Method

Level of Contribution
0	1	2	3	4	5

KNOWLEDGE
Theoretical
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Has advanced theoretical and applied knowledge supported by textbooks containing basic and current information in the field of physiotherapy and rehabilitation, application tools and multimedia education tools and other resources.						5
2	Has the knowledge to evaluate the nature, source, limits, accuracy, reliability and validity of the information.					4

KNOWLEDGE
Factual
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Has the knowledge to reach scientific knowledge in the field of physiotherapy and rehabilitation, to monitor, evaluate and apply the current literature.		1

SKILLS
Cognitive
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Using the advanced knowledge and skills acquired in the field of physiotherapy and rehabilitation, it interprets and evaluates scientifically proven data, defines and analyzes problems, develops solutions by considering professional and ethical values ​​based on research and evidence, shares information, and makes teamwork.						5
2	Produces solutions to the problems specific to the field in line with scientific data/evidence.					4

SKILLS
Practical
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Provides health education for individuals, families and the society by using the advanced theoretical and practical knowledge gained in the field of physiotherapy and rehabilitation.				3

OCCUPATIONAL
Autonomy & Responsibility
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Using advanced knowledge about physiotherapy and rehabilitation, carries out a study independently and takes responsibility as a team member in cooperation with other professional groups working in this field.		1

OCCUPATIONAL
Learning to Learn
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Demonstrates embracing lifelong learning, is open to development and continues this behavior.					4
2	Identifies learning resources, access resources effectively/quickly.				3

OCCUPATIONAL
Communication & Social
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Shares her thoughts on the issues related to physiotherapy and rehabilitation with quantitative and qualitative data, and shares thoughts with experts and non-experts as an active element of the process, by supporting them with quantitative and qualitative data.						5
2	With the awareness of social responsibility, organizes and implements projects and activities in cooperation with other professional groups for the social environment which they live.					4
3	Follows the information in the field and communicates with colleagues by using a foreign language at least at the European Language Portfolio B1 General Level.						5

OCCUPATIONAL
Occupational and/or Vocational
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Collects, interprets and applies data related to the field of physiotherapy and rehabilitation, cooperates with people from related disciplines during the announcement of the results and acts in accordance with social, scientific, cultural and ethical values.						5
2	With Professional identity, sets a role model to colleagues and is an example to the society.					4
3	Knows the importance of ethical principles and ethical committees for the individual and society in the fields of education, practice and research.						5

WORKLOAD & ECTS CREDITS OF THE COURSE UNIT
Workload for Learning & Teaching Activities
Type of the Learning Activites	Learning Activities (# of week)	Duration (hours, h)	Workload (h)
Lecture & In-Class Activities	14	4	56
Preliminary & Further Study	14	2	28
Land Surveying	0	0	0
Group Work	0	0	0
Laboratory	0	0	0
Reading	0	0	0
Assignment (Homework)	0	0	0
Project Work	0	0	0
Seminar	0	0	0
Internship	0	0	0
Technical Visit	0	0	0
Web Based Learning	0	0	0
Implementation/Application/Practice	14	2	28
Practice at a workplace	0	0	0
Occupational Activity	0	0	0
Social Activity	0	0	0
Thesis Work	0	0	0
Field Study	0	0	0
Report Writing	0	0	0
Final Exam	1	1	1
Preparation for the Final Exam	7	3	21
Mid-Term Exam	1	1	1
Preparation for the Mid-Term Exam	7	3	21
Short Exam	0	0	0
Preparation for the Short Exam	0	0	0
TOTAL	58	0	156