Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation
Bachelor TR-NQF-HE: Level 6 QF-EHEA: First Cycle EQF-LLL: Level 6

Course Introduction and Application Information

Course Code: FTR315
Course Name: Prosthetic-Orthotic Design and Rehabilitation
Semester: Fall
Course Credits:
ECTS
3
Language of instruction: Turkish
Course Condition:
Does the Course Require Work Experience?: No
Type of course: Compulsory Courses
Course Level:
Bachelor TR-NQF-HE:6. Master`s Degree QF-EHEA:First Cycle EQF-LLL:6. Master`s Degree
Mode of Delivery: Face to face
Course Coordinator: Dr. Öğr. Üy. DİLEK ÇOKAR
Course Lecturer(s): Dr. Öğr. Üyesi Dilek ÇOKAR
Course Assistants:

Course Objective and Content

Course Objectives: The purpose of the lesson for each student;
It is aimed that students will be informed about orthosis-prosthesis applications and become able to use orthosis-prosthesis in the rehabilitation of patients.
Course Content: This course covers pathomechanical situations where orthoses should be used, purposes of orthoses, lower and upper extremity orthoses and their rehabilitation, trunk orthoses and rehabilitation, solutions for the prevention and elimination of problems and complications that may be encountered with orthosis use, technical and biomechanical control of orthoses and causes of amputation, amputation levels, It includes congenital amputations, partial hand and foot prostheses, prostheses used according to upper and lower extremity amputation levels, static and dynamic adjustment of prostheses and billet-socket compatibility, control mechanisms, myoelectric prosthesis and amputee rehabilitation.

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
1) They can decide on the orthosis indication for patient.
2) They know the possible complications of orthotic applications.
3) They become aware of different orthotic materials and ready-made products.
4) They can choose the appropriate orthosis to patients.
5) They know the parts that make up the prosthesis.
6) They know the complications that may occur due to amputation and prosthesis applications.
7) They can plan and implement an appropriate treatment program that will increase the effectiveness of orthosis and rehabilitation.
8) They can make evaluations before and after orthosis application.
9) They select the appropriate prosthesis for an amputee patient.

Course Flow Plan

Week Subject Related Preparation
1) Introduction to orthoses
2) Introduction to orthoses
3) Lower extremity orthoses
4) Spinal Orthoses
5) Scoliosis orthoses
6) Orthotic practise
7) Introduction to Prostheses
8) Midterm
9) Below-knee prostheses
10) Over-the-knee prostheses
11) Upper extremity prostheses
12) Lower extremity prosthetic rehabilitation
13) Upper extremity prosthesis rehabilitation
14) Prosthesis practise
15) Final
16) Final

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks: Ortezler, Nilgün Bek
Protezler, Gül Şener
Orthotics and Prosthetics Rehabilitation
References: Ders notları haftalık olarak verilecektir.

Course - Program Learning Outcome Relationship

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Program Outcomes
1) Knows the basic concepts and terminology, evaluation processes and methodological application principles in the field of physiotherapy and rehabilitation; uses this advanced knowledge in study, research and practice. 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3
2) Makes the necessary assessment, definition and planning for physiotherapy and rehabilitation applications by using the theoretical and applied concepts and principles related to physiotherapy and rehabilitation. 3
3) Implements the physiotherapy and rehabilitation program systematically and safely within the framework of ethical principles in the light of professional attitudes and skills; terminates or changes as necessary. 3 2
4) Takes initiatives to protect and improve public health and welfare; contributes to the production of health strategies and policies suitable for the changing and diversifying needs of the society in the field of physiotherapy and rehabilitation. 3 2
5) Organizes physiotherapy and rehabilitation services effectively and adequately, manages the business processes necessary for the continuity and development of the quality and organizational function; generates solutions against problems in line with knowledge and evidence. 3
6) Keeps records and prepares reports for quality service and research in the field of physiotherapy and rehabilitation; adopts ethical, deontological principles and legal framework in collecting, recording and reporting data. 3 3 1
7) Carries out professional and academic studies independently by using his knowledge; works as a team member and assumes responsibility in effective communication and cooperation with other professional groups working in this field.
8) It adopts the principle of personal development, information literacy and lifelong learning; contributes to quality improvement, training and promotion programs related to the field, and demonstrates its professional behavior at an international level. 2

Course - Learning Outcome Relationship

No Effect 1 Lowest 2 Average 3 Highest
       
Program Outcomes Level of Contribution
1) Knows the basic concepts and terminology, evaluation processes and methodological application principles in the field of physiotherapy and rehabilitation; uses this advanced knowledge in study, research and practice. 3
2) Makes the necessary assessment, definition and planning for physiotherapy and rehabilitation applications by using the theoretical and applied concepts and principles related to physiotherapy and rehabilitation. 3
3) Implements the physiotherapy and rehabilitation program systematically and safely within the framework of ethical principles in the light of professional attitudes and skills; terminates or changes as necessary. 3
4) Takes initiatives to protect and improve public health and welfare; contributes to the production of health strategies and policies suitable for the changing and diversifying needs of the society in the field of physiotherapy and rehabilitation. 2
5) Organizes physiotherapy and rehabilitation services effectively and adequately, manages the business processes necessary for the continuity and development of the quality and organizational function; generates solutions against problems in line with knowledge and evidence. 3
6) Keeps records and prepares reports for quality service and research in the field of physiotherapy and rehabilitation; adopts ethical, deontological principles and legal framework in collecting, recording and reporting data. 2
7) Carries out professional and academic studies independently by using his knowledge; works as a team member and assumes responsibility in effective communication and cooperation with other professional groups working in this field. 3
8) It adopts the principle of personal development, information literacy and lifelong learning; contributes to quality improvement, training and promotion programs related to the field, and demonstrates its professional behavior at an international level. 3

Assessment & Grading

Semester Requirements Number of Activities Level of Contribution
Application 1 % 20
Midterms 1 % 40
Final 1 % 40
total % 100
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK % 60
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK % 40
total % 100

Workload and ECTS Credit Calculation

Activities Number of Activities Workload
Course Hours 13 39
Study Hours Out of Class 15 30
Midterms 1 1
Final 1 1
Total Workload 71