NEUROLOGIC REHABILITATION PROGRAMME COURSE DESCRIPTION

Code	Name of the Course Unit	Semester	In-Class Hours (T+P)	Credit	ECTS Credit
FTY304E	NEUROLOGIC REHABILITATION	6	4	3	4

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	Assist.Prof. HÜSNİYE MERVE DEMİRER
Course Prerequisite	No

OBJECTIVES AND CONTENTS
Objectives of the Course Unit:	Learning the clinical features of neurological diseases, measurement-evaluation, and the methods of physiotherapy and rehabilitation; acquiring knowledge and skills for the application of these methods
Contents of the Course Unit:	Upper and lower motor neuron type disorders, movement disorders, demyelinating diseases, neuromuscular diseases, physiotherapy, and rehabilitation approaches in these diseases

KEY LEARNING OUTCOMES OF THE COURSE UNIT (On successful completion of this course unit, students/learners will or will be able to)
Explains the clinical features of neurological diseases.
Explains the clinical features of lower and upper motor neuron involvement.
Explains the basic measurement and evaluation methods for the evaluation of lower and upper motor neuron interactions.
Enhances the appropriate rehabilitation program for neurological diseases
Applies the treatment program appropriate to the disease at a basic level.

WEEKLY COURSE CONTENTS AND STUDY MATERIALS FOR PRELIMINARY & FURTHER STUDY
Week	Preparatory	Topics(Subjects)	Method
1	Literature Review, Database Review	Introduction to Neurological Rehabilitation and Basic Concepts	Lecture, Discussion, Demonstration, Case Study
2	Literature Review, Database Review	Spinal Cord Injuries	Lecture, Discussion, Demonstration, Case Study
3	Literature Review, Database Review	Assessment in Spinal Cord Injuries	Lecture, Discussion, Demonstration, Case Study
4	Literature Review, Database Review	Treatment Methods Based on Spinal Cord Injury Levels	Lecture, Discussion, Demonstration, Case Study
5	Literature Review, Database Review	Rehabilitation in Spinal Cord Injuries	Lecture, Discussion, Demonstration, Case Study
6	Literature Review, Database Review	Disc Hernias and Treatment Methods	Lecture, Discussion, Demonstration, Case Study
7	Literature Review, Database Review	Traumatic Brain Injuries, Intracranial Tumors, and Rehabilitation	Lecture, Discussion, Demonstration, Case Study
8	-	MID-TERM EXAM	-
9	Literature Review, Database Review	Clinical Features of Ataxia, Measurement-Assessment Methods, Rehabilitation	Lecture, Discussion, Demonstration, Case Study
10	Literature Review, Database Review	Clinical Features of Parkinson's Disease, Measurement-Assessment Methods, Rehabilitation	Lecture, Discussion, Demonstration, Case Study
11	Literature Review, Database Review	Clinical Features of Multiple Sclerosis, Measurement-Assessment Methods, Rehabilitation	Lecture, Discussion, Demonstration, Case Study
12	Literature Review, Database Review	Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis, Rehabilitation / Practice	Lecture, Discussion, Demonstration, Case Study
13	Literature Review, Database Review	Peripheral Nerve Injuries, Peripheral Neuropathies, Guillain-Barré	Lecture, Discussion, Demonstration, Case Study
14	Literature Review, Database Review	Facial Paralysis and Rehabilitation	Lecture, Discussion, Demonstration, Case Study
15	Literature Review, Database Review	Case Discussion Practice	Lecture, Discussion, Demonstration, Case Study
16	-	FINAL EXAM	-
17	-	FINAL EXAM	-

SOURCE MATERIALS & RECOMMENDED READING
Lennon S, Ramdharry G, Verheyden G. Physical Management for Neurological Conditions: [Formerly Physical Management in Neurological Rehabilitation] (Physiotherapy Essentials) 4th Edition. 2019
Cohen, H. (1999) Neuroscience for Rehabilitation, 2nd edn. Lippincott Williams & Wilkins, Philadelphia.
Stokes M, Stack E. Physical Management for Neurological Conditions E-Book. 2011
Armutlu K, Spasticity and its managements with physical therapy applications in Multiple sclerosis patients. Nova Publisher 2009
Edwards S. Neurological physiotherapy: A problem-solving approach Elsevier Health Science 2002

ASSESSMENT
Assessment & Grading of In-Term Activities	Number of Activities	Degree of Contribution (%)	Description	Examination Method
Mid-Term Exam	1	40		Optical (Test) Exam
Practice	1	10
Final Exam	1	50		Optical (Test) Exam
TOTAL	3	100

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.						5

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.				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.				3
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	4	56
Preliminary & Further Study	14	1	14
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	1	14
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	1	7
Short Exam	0	0	0
Preparation for the Short Exam	0	0	0
TOTAL	58	0	107