NEUROPHYSIOLOGICAL APPROACHES II PROGRAMME COURSE DESCRIPTION

Code	Name of the Course Unit	Semester	In-Class Hours (T+P)	Credit	ECTS Credit
FTY302E	NEUROPHYSIOLOGICAL APPROACHES II	6	5	4	5

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	Assist.Prof. GÜLŞAH KONAKOĞLU
Instructor(s) of the Course Unit
Course Prerequisite	No

OBJECTIVES AND CONTENTS
Objectives of the Course Unit:	Providing the understanding of fundamental characteristics related to measurement, evaluation, and neurophysiological approaches (Bobath, Brunnstrom, and Johnstone) used in stroke rehabilitation, and developing practical skills through application.
Contents of the Course Unit:	Stroke, post-stroke clinical processes, neurophysiological approaches, measurement, evaluation, and treatment applications, case examples.

KEY LEARNING OUTCOMES OF THE COURSE UNIT (On successful completion of this course unit, students/learners will or will be able to)
Relates the clinical presentation observed in stroke and its treatment to neurophysiological approaches.
Defines normal movement and function and compares them with movement and functional impairments observed after a stroke.
Understands and applies basic and neurophysiologically based measurement and evaluation methods used after a stroke.
Explains the Bobath technique used after a stroke and its effects on body parts.
Explains the Johnstone approach used after a stroke and its effects on body parts.
Explains the Brunnstrom approaches used after a stroke and their effects on body parts.

WEEKLY COURSE CONTENTS AND STUDY MATERIALS FOR PRELIMINARY & FURTHER STUDY
Week	Preparatory	Topics(Subjects)	Method
1	Literature Search, Database Review	Basic Concepts Related to Neurophysiological Approaches	Research, Discussion, Case Study
2	Literature Search, Database Review	Cerebro Vascular Events	Research, Discussion, Case Study
3	Literature Search, Database Review	Post-Stroke Clinical Features, Medical Treatment, General Rehabilitation Principles, Theoretical Aspects of Neurophysiological Approaches and Their Relationship with Other Treatment Methods	Research, Discussion, Case Study
4	Literature Search, Database Review	Normal and Post-Stroke Movement, Tone and Postural Control, Bobath Neurodevelopmental Treatment Approach in Stroke Treatment	Research, Discussion, Case Study
5	Literature Search, Database Review	Clinical Problem Solving Approach and Evaluation Methods with Bobath	Research, Discussion, Case Study
6	Literature Search, Database Review	Evaluation Applications with Bobath Approach	Research, Discussion, Case Study
7	Literature Search, Database Review	Case Study in Bobath Approach Based Evaluation Research, Discussion, Case Study	Research, Discussion, Case Study
8	-	MID-TERM EXAM	-
9	Literature Search, Database Review	Positioning, Trunk and Upper Extremity Treatment and Mobilization Methods with Bobath Approach	Research, Discussion, Case Study
10	Literature Search, Database Review	Lower Extremity Treatment, Balance and Gait Training with Bobath Approach	Research, Discussion, Case Study
11	Literature Search, Database Review	Brunnstrom Method in Stroke Rehabilitation	Research, Discussion, Case Study
12	Literature Search, Database Review	Clinical Evaluation of the Brunnstrom Method in Stroke Rehabilitation	Research, Discussion, Case Study
13	Literature Search, Database Review	Applications According to Brunnstrom Method in Stroke Rehabilitation	Research, Discussion, Case Study
14	Literature Search, Database Review	Margaret Johnstone Method and Applications in Stroke Rehabilitation	Research, Discussion, Case Study
15	Literature Search, Database Review	Comparison and Discussion of Neurophysiological Approaches After Stroke	Research, Discussion, Case Study
16	-	FINAL EXAM	-
17	-	FINAL EXAM	-

SOURCE MATERIALS & RECOMMENDED READING
Otman S, Karaduman, Livanelioğlu: Neurophysiologic Approaches in Hemiplegia Rehabilitation, HU Physical Therapy Rehabilitation Publications 25, Dizayn Ofset, Ankara 2001.
Lennon S. The Bobath Concept: a critical review of the theoretical assumptions that guide physiotherapy practice in stroke rehabilitation. Phys Ther Rev. 1996;1:35- 45.
Kollen B J, Lennon S, Lyons B ve ark : The Effectiveness of the Bobath Concept in Stroke Rehabilitation .What is the Evidence? Stroke 2009, 40:e89-e97 Sue Raine Linzi Meadows Mary Lynch-Ellerington Bobath Concept Theory and Practice in Neurologic Rehabilitation, Willey and Blackwell, First Edt, United Kingdom, 2009.
Carr J, Shepherd R. (1998) Neurological Rehabilitation: Optimizing Motor Performance, Butterworth-Heinemann, Oxford.
Cohen H. (1999) Neuroscience for Rehabilitation, 2nd ed. Lippincott Williams & Wilkins, Philadelphia.
The Bobath Concept in Adult Neurology, Bente Elisabeth Bassøe Gjelsvik, Line Syre
Bobath Concept: Theory and Clinical Practice in Neurological Rehabilitation, Sue Raine, Linzi Meadows, Mary Lynch-Ellerington

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

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.						5

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.						5

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.						5

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.						5

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.						5
3	Knows the importance of ethical principles and ethical committees for the individual and society in the fields of education, practice and research.					4

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	3	42
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	2	14
Mid-Term Exam	1	1	1
Preparation for the Mid-Term Exam	7	2	14
Short Exam	0	0	0
Preparation for the Short Exam	0	0	0
TOTAL	58	0	128