PROSTHETICS, ORTHOTICS AND REHABILITATION PROGRAMME COURSE DESCRIPTION

Code	Name of the Course Unit	Semester	In-Class Hours (T+P)	Credit	ECTS Credit
FTY306	PROSTHETICS, ORTHOTICS AND REHABILITATION	6	4	3	3

GENERAL INFORMATION
Language of Instruction :	Turkish
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. ARİF ÖNDER
Instructor(s) of the Course Unit	Lecturer TUBA YILDIZ
Course Prerequisite	No

OBJECTIVES AND CONTENTS
Objectives of the Course Unit:	It is aimed to provide information and attitudes on understanding orthoses, selection of materials used, types and characteristics of orthoses, selection and use of orthoses appropriate to disability conditions, use of orthoses within activities of daily living (ADL) and increasing mobility, the basic principles of prostheses, and the physiological and psychological effects of amputation and rehabilitation processes.
Contents of the Course Unit:	Upper, lower extremity, and trunk orthoses; selection of appropriate orthoses according to different deformities and pathological conditions; indications of orthoses and their areas of use in activities of daily living (ADL); orthotic rehabilitation; upper and lower extremity prostheses; selection of appropriate prosthetic components according to different prosthetic types and levels of amputation; amputee rehabilitation and activities of daily living (ADL).

KEY LEARNING OUTCOMES OF THE COURSE UNIT (On successful completion of this course unit, students/learners will or will be able to)
Explains the components of prostheses and their manufacturing processes.
Selects the appropriate prosthesis for patients with amputation or congenital limb deficiency.
Applies necessary assessment methods and appropriate treatment programs according to the rehabilitation stages in patients with prosthetic indications and amputees.
Compares prosthetic fit, required biomechanical adjustments, and their outcomes in patients using prostheses.
Applies the necessary pre- and post-application assessments in patients with indications for orthoses.
Explains orthotic fit and the need for modifications in patients using orthoses.
Applies treatment programs aimed at increasing the effectiveness of orthoses.
Relates orthotic and prosthetic applications to potential complications.

WEEKLY COURSE CONTENTS AND STUDY MATERIALS FOR PRELIMINARY & FURTHER STUDY
Week	Preparatory	Topics(Subjects)	Method
1	Web-Based Research, Individual Study	Basic Concepts Related to Amputation and Prosthesis Field – Amputation Levels	Lecture, Discussion, Case Study
2	Database Review, Individual Study	Prosthetic Feet	Lecture, Discussion, Case Study
3	Web-Based Research	Partial Foot and Syphilia Amputations and Prosthesis Applications	Lecture, Discussion, Case Study
4	Database Review	Transtibial and Knee Disarticulation Amputations and Prosthesis Applications	Lecture, Discussion, Case Study
5	Individual Study	Transfemoral Amputations, Hip Disarticulation, Hemipelvectomy Amputation and Denture Applications	Lecture, Discussion, Case Study
6	Web-Based Research, Individual Study	Congenital Limb Anomalies	Lecture, Discussion, Case Study
7	Database Review, Individual Study	Upper Extremity Amputation Levels and Prosthesis Applications	Lecture, Discussion, Case Study
8	Web-Based Research	Lower Extremity Amputee Rehabilitation, Staging, Appropriate Physiotherapy Approaches and Training with Prosthesis	Lecture, Discussion, Case Study
9	Individual Study	Upper Extremity Amputee Rehabilitation, Staging, Appropriate Physiotherapy Approaches and Training with Prosthesis	Lecture, Discussion, Case Study
10	-	MID-TERM EXAM	-
11	Database Review	Introduction to Orthosis, Orthosis Usage Purposes, Examples for Basic Usage Areas – Practice Exam	Practical Application
12	Web-Based Research, Individual Study	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	Database Review	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	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	Individual Study	Upper Extremity Pathologies and Orthoses	Lecture, Discussion, Case Study
16	-	FINAL EXAM	-
17	-	FINAL EXAM	-

SOURCE MATERIALS & RECOMMENDED READING
Akbayrak, T., & Kaya, D. (2015). Fizyoterapide ortopedik rehabilitasyon (2nd ed.). Güneş Tıp Kitabevleri.
Aras, B., & Aydemir, K. (2020). Alt ekstremite ortotik rehabilitasyon uygulamaları. Hipokrat Kitabevi.
Hunter, J. M., Schneider, L. H., & Mackin, E. J. (2011). Rehabilitation of the hand: Surgery and therapy. Mosby.
Lusardi, M. M., & Nielsen, C. C. (2007). Orthotics and prosthetics in rehabilitation. Saunders.
Şener, G., & Erbahçeci, F. (2019). Protezler: Fizyoterapi ve rehabilitasyon – Güncel teknolojiler ve uygulamalar (4th ed.). Pelikan Kitabevi; Hipokrat Kitabevi.
Tuncer, M. (2017). Protez-ortez: Bilgiler ve uygulamalar. Nobel Tıp Kitabevi.

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	He fulfills all roles required by his professional performance, integrates the entire occupational therapy process, carries out his own practices using the information on theoretical and practical occupational therapy in his field. He actively participates in the development, advancement, and promotion of occupational therapy.					4

KNOWLEDGE
Factual
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	He explains the basic facts, principles, processes in the subfields of occupational therapy and the methods in the field of application makes advanced analyses and evaluations.					4
2	He uses the advanced knowledge he acquires to protect the community's health.			2

SKILLS
Cognitive
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	He studies, picks, analyzes and synthesizes theories and application models in the occupational therapy field that are supported by scientific publications and resources, with the purpose of carrying out the activities and vital roles of people and communities and determining health care needs, and plans the response.						5

SKILLS
Practical
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	He analyzes biological, medical, psychological, sociological and technological information within the scope of occupational therapy, synthesizes this information with information from theories about activity and participation, determines and analyzes the person's resources and constraints. Using this information, research and evidence-based solution proposals can be developed.						5

OCCUPATIONAL
Autonomy & Responsibility
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	By critically interpreting activity and participation constraints, he chooses a professional and independent role for himself (e.g. treatment, counseling) and works in a people-centric manner by using prevention, rehabilitation, and treatment activities.						5

OCCUPATIONAL
Learning to Learn
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	He determines the need for research on topics associated with occupational therapy practices and/or occupational therapy science, prepares related research questions, conducts independent research, and carries on lifelong learning.					4

OCCUPATIONAL
Communication & Social
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	By establishing close cooperation with the people and community, he carries out occupational therapy intervention, and works to improve community involvement by creating accessible and adaptable environments.				3
2	He works with those receiving services and providing care, with the team members, and other stakeholders in a cooperative and interdisciplinary manner to ensure roles and participation.						5
3	He has a computer license and foreign language proficiency adequate for use in Europe.		1

OCCUPATIONAL
Occupational and/or Vocational
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	He considers and respects personal differences, cultural beliefs, customs, and traditions and takes into account and respects their effect on participation in roles and activities. He combines these with scientific, cultural and ethical values.				3
2	He explains a person's daily life, production, and leisure time activities and his nature regarding his duties, and explains the connection between his performance regarding these and the connection between activities and health and wellbeing.				3
3	He acknowledges his own responsibility in the intervention he carries out and does so according to the principles of management and quality. He takes part in the process of quality development in occupational therapy and returns information to stakeholders.						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	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	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	5	1	5
Mid-Term Exam	1	1	1
Preparation for the Mid-Term Exam	5	1	5
Short Exam	0	0	0
Preparation for the Short Exam	0	0	0
TOTAL	54	0	82