ORTHOPEDIC REHABILITATION PROGRAMME COURSE DESCRIPTION

Code	Name of the Course Unit	Semester	In-Class Hours (T+P)	Credit	ECTS Credit
FTY303E	ORTHOPEDIC REHABILITATION	5	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	Prof. ZUHAL KUNDURACILAR
Instructor(s) of the Course Unit	Lecturer SAADET TURHAN
Course Prerequisite	No

OBJECTIVES AND CONTENTS
Objectives of the Course Unit:	It is aimed to provide information and attitude on comprehending and applying the basic methods used in the evaluation of orthopedic problems requiring or not requiring surgery and musculoskeletal system injuries, and on selecting and applying the most appropriate physiotherapy and rehabilitation approaches specific to the pathology and the surgical procedure performed.
Contents of the Course Unit:	General treatment principles of fractures and physiotherapy and rehabilitation approaches following various types of fractures; conservative management of conditions leading to joint degeneration such as rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, and ankylosing spondylitis, as well as rehabilitation principles following joint replacement surgeries such as endoprostheses; rehabilitation of shoulder joint pathologies including rotator cuff tendinitis and tears, bursitis, and periarthritis; rehabilitation of patellofemoral pain syndrome, ligament injuries, and meniscal injuries of the knee.

KEY LEARNING OUTCOMES OF THE COURSE UNIT (On successful completion of this course unit, students/learners will or will be able to)
Describes orthopedic problems.
Explains musculoskeletal injuries and degenerative joint diseases.
Describes points to be considered during the post-operative period of orthopedic surgical methods.
Applies general and pathology-specific measurement and evaluation methods in orthopedic problems.
Organizes the most suitable physiotherapy and rehabilitation program for the patient's condition and pathology, whether they have undergone orthopedic surgery or not.
Explains general treatment principles for musculoskeletal injuries and degenerative conditions in orthopedics, as well as the need for physiotherapy and rehabilitation in such cases.

WEEKLY COURSE CONTENTS AND STUDY MATERIALS FOR PRELIMINARY & FURTHER STUDY
Week	Preparatory	Topics(Subjects)	Method
1	Individual Study, Web-Based Research	Introduction to Orthopedic Rehabilitation and Basic Concepts, General Assessment Principles in Orthopedic Rehabilitation	Lecture, Discussion, Question–Answer
2	Individual Study, Web-Based Research	Fractures, Classification of Fractures, Fracture Healing, Fracture Complications	Lecture, Discussion, Case Analysis
3	Database Review	General Principles of Fracture Treatment and Fracture Rehabilitation	Lecture, Case Analysis, Question–Answer
4	Web-Based Research, Individual Study	Orthopedic Problems and Rehabilitation in the Shoulder	Lecture, Discussion, Case Analysis
5	Individual Study	Orthopedic Problems and Rehabilitation in the Elbow	Lecture, Case Analysis, Discussion
6	Database Review	Orthopedic Problems and Rehabilitation in the Hand and Wrist	Lecture, Discussion, Question–Answer
7	Web-Based Research	Orthopedic Problems and Rehabilitation in the Spine	Lecture, Discussion, Brainstorming
8	Individual Study, Database Review	Orthopedic Problems and Rehabilitation of the Hip	Lecture, Case Analysis, Demonstration
9	Individual Study	Orthopedic Problems in the Knee - Practice Exam	Pracitical Application
10	-	MID-TERM EXAM	-
11	Database Review	Rehabilitation in Knee Problems	Lecture, Case Analysis, Question–Answer
12	Web-Based Research	Orthopedic Problems and Rehabilitation in the Foot and Ankle	Lecture, Discussion, Case Analysis
13	Individual Study	Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation in Rheumatoid Arthritis and Osteoarthritis	Lecture, Discussion, Brainstorming
14	Database Review	Rehabilitation of Ankylosing Spondylitis and Nonarticular Rheumatic Diseases	Lecture, Case Analysis, Discussion
15	Individual Study	Case Discussion	Lecture, Discussion, Case Analysis
16	-	FINAL EXAM	-
17	-	FINAL EXAM	-

SOURCE MATERIALS & RECOMMENDED READING
Braddom, R. L. (1996). Physical medicine & rehabilitation. W. B. Saunders & Company.
Bülbül, A. M. (2017). Ortopedi ve travmatoloji. İstanbul Tıp Kitabevi.
Cash, J. E. (1992). Cash’s textbook of orthopaedics and rheumatology for physiotherapists. Mosby Publishing.
Göksoy, T. (2017). Ortopedik rehabilitasyon. Pelikan Yayıncılık.
Karaduman, A., & Yılmaz, Ö. (2016). Fizyoterapi ve rehabilitasyon (Cilt 2). Pelikan Yayıncılık.
Tidswell, M. E. (1992). Orthopaedics and rheumatology for physiotherapists. Mosby Publishing.

ASSESSMENT
Assessment & Grading of In-Term Activities	Number of Activities	Degree of Contribution (%)	Description	Examination Method
Mid-Term Exam	1	30		Optical (Test) Exam
Practice	1	20
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	Defines the current theory and practice in the field of physiotherapy and rehabilitation.					4
2	Explain the basic concepts of other medical sciences who related physiotherapy and rehabilitation					4

KNOWLEDGE
Factual
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Explain the basic phenomenon of sub-fields of physiotherapy and rehabilitation about principles, processes and applications, make a basic level of analysis and evaluation				3

SKILLS
Cognitive
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Has the ability to physiotherapy and rehabilitation program planning with learned theoretical and practical knowledge.				3

SKILLS
Practical
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Apply for physiotherapy and rehabilitation program according to ethical principles, follow developments, make program changes or end the program if necessary				3
2	Used for the information which gained from advanced studies for the protection of public health					4

OCCUPATIONAL
Autonomy & Responsibility
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Independently conduct vocational and academic studies with the knowledge related to the field of physiotherapy and rehabilitation, finds solutions to the problems faced					4

OCCUPATIONAL
Learning to Learn
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Adopts personal development and lifelong learning.					4
2	Knows how to reach the necessary resources to address the learning needs					4

OCCUPATIONAL
Communication & Social
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Establishes effective communication with other relevant professional groups during physiotherapy and rehabilitation services.					4
2	Gives a contribution to the profession related quality improvement, education and promotion programs						5
3	Take responsibility in joint studies performed by different disciplines as a team member, contribute on the subject				3

OCCUPATIONAL
Occupational and/or Vocational
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Have sufficient professional experience in clinical practice to use vocational autonomy						5
2	The use of all the equipment and hardware in physiotherapy and rehabilitation clinics, provides environmental layout and task flow for clinic.						5
3	Keeps records of service quality monitoring and for scientific research, prepares reports, participant for project implements						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	2	28
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	14	1	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	65	0	107