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PROSTHESIS, ORTHOTIC AND REHABILITATION PROGRAMME COURSE DESCRIPTION

Code Name of the Course Unit Semester In-Class Hours (T+P) Credit ECTS Credit
FTY306E PROSTHESIS, ORTHOTIC AND REHABILITATION 6 4 3 3

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: The aim is to acquire knowledge and skills related to orthoses, including the selection of materials, types, and characteristics of orthoses, appropriate orthotic selection and usage for disability conditions, orthotic use within the scope of activities of daily living (ADL), and increasing mobility; understanding the basic principles of prostheses, the physiological and psychological effects of amputation, and rehabilitation procedures.
Contents of the Course Unit: Upper and lower extremity and trunk orthoses, indications for orthoses, and their applications in daily life; upper and lower extremity prostheses, selection of appropriate prosthetic components based on different prosthetic types and amputation levels, amputee rehabilitation, and daily life activities (ADL).

KEY LEARNING OUTCOMES OF THE COURSE UNIT (On successful completion of this course unit, students/learners will or will be able to)

Can explain the components and production processes that make up a prosthesis.
Can select a suitable prosthesis for a patient with limb loss due to amputation or congenital deficiency.
Can implement an appropriate treatment program for amputees or individuals with congenital limb deficiency.
Can apply necessary evaluations based on rehabilitation stages for patients with indications for prosthetics.
Can assess the fit of the prosthesis, make required biomechanical adjustments, and compare the outcomes in individuals using prosthetics.
Can conduct pre- and post-application assessments for patients with indications for orthoses.
Can explain the fit of the orthosis and the need for modifications in individuals using orthoses.
Can implement a treatment program to enhance the effectiveness of the orthosis.
Can explain the importance of staying updated on current technological developments in the field of orthotics and prosthetics.
Can relate possible complications to orthotic and prosthetic applications.

WEEKLY COURSE CONTENTS AND STUDY MATERIALS FOR PRELIMINARY & FURTHER STUDY

Week Preparatory Topics(Subjects) Method
1 Literature review, Database review, Web-based research Basic concepts related to amputation and prosthesis field - Amputation levels Lecture, Discussion, Case Study
2 Literature review, Database review, Web-based research Prosthetic Feet Lecture, Discussion, Case Study
3 Literature review, Database review, Web-based research Partial Foot and Syphilia Amputations and Prosthesis Applications Lecture, Discussion, Case Study
4 Literature review, Database review, Web-based research Transtibial and knee disarticulation amputations and prosthesis applications Lecture, Discussion, Case Study
5 Literature review, Database review, Web-based research Transfemoral Amputations, Hip Disarticulation, Hemipelvectomy Amputation and Denture Applications Lecture, Discussion, Case Study
6 Literature review, Database review, Web-based research Congenital limb anomalies Lecture, Discussion, Case Study
7 Literature review, Database review, Web-based research Upper extremity amputation levels and prosthesis applications Lecture, Discussion, Case Study
8 - MID-TERM EXAM -
9 Literature review, Database review, Web-based research Lower extremity amputee rehabilitation, staging, appropriate physiotherapy approaches and training with prosthesis Lecture, Discussion, Case Study
10 Literature review, Database review, Web-based research Upper extremity amputee rehabilitation, staging, appropriate physiotherapy approaches and training with prosthesis Lecture, Discussion, Case Study
11 Literature review, Database review, Web-based research Introduction to orthosis, orthosis usage purposes, examples for basic usage areas. Lecture, Discussion, Case Study
12 Literature review, Database review, Web-based research Pathology of the foot, common deformities, basic principles in the orthosis of the foot and ankle. Orthotopic approach in mechanical and traumatic pathologies of the knee Lecture, Discussion, Case Study
13 Literature review, Database review, Web-based research Indications of long walking orthoses, common orthosis practices, elimination of problems, Special Mobility Orthoses. Clinical features, signs and treatment of congenital hip dislocation Lecture, Discussion, Case Study
14 Literature review, Database review, Web-based research Spinal region pathologies, classification, clinical features, spinal orthosis principles Common pathologies and orthotic approaches in the neck. Spinal Deformity and Pathology Orthoses Lecture, Discussion, Case Study
15 Literature review, Database review, Web-based research Upper extremity pathologies and orthoses Lecture, Discussion, Case Study
16 - FINAL EXAM -
17 - FINAL EXAM -

SOURCE MATERIALS & RECOMMENDED READING

Orthoses / Prof. Dr. Serap Alsancak / Hatiboglu Printing and Production
Sener G, Erbahceci F. Prostheses HU. Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation Publications Ankara, 2001.
May BJ. Amputations and Prosthetics: a case study approach? Philadelphia 1996.
Engstrom B, Van De Ven C. Therapy for Amputees Edinburgh 1999.
Lusardi MM, Nielsen CC. Orthotics and Prosthetics in Rehabilitation. 2 st ed. St. Louis : Saunders; 2007.
S Fatma Uygur Foot Deformity and Orthoses HU Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation Higher Education Publications: 14 Ankara 1992.
Lusardi MM, Nielsen CC. Orhotics and Prosthetics in Rehabilitation 2nd .ed. , Elsevier Inc., St. Louis, Missouri, USA, 2007.
Hunter JM, Schneider LH, Mackin EJ, Callahan AD Rehabilitation of the Hand, Surgery and Therapy 5th Ed., Mosby Company, Toronto, 2011.
Orthotics and Prosthetics in Rehabilitation, 3e 3rd Edition, Michelle M. Lusardi PhD PT (Author),‎ Millee Jorge (Author),‎ Caroline C. Nielsen PhD (Author)

ASSESSMENT

Assessment & Grading of In-Term Activities Number of Activities Degree of Contribution (%) Description
Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5

CONTRIBUTION OF THE COURSE UNIT TO THE PROGRAMME LEARNING OUTCOMES

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.
5
2
Explain the basic concepts of other medical sciences who related physiotherapy and rehabilitation
5

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
5

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.
5

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
4
2
Used for the information which gained from advanced studies for the protection of public health
5

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
5

OCCUPATIONAL

Learning to Learn

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

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.
5
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
5

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 4 56
Preliminary & Further Study 7 1 7
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 1 4 4
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 1 5 5
Mid-Term Exam 1 1 1
Preparation for the Mid-Term Exam 1 3 3
Short Exam 1 1 1
Preparation for the Short Exam 1 3 3
TOTAL 28 0 81
Total Workload of the Course Unit 81
Workload (h) / 25.5 3,2
ECTS Credits allocated for the Course Unit 3,0