Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation
Course Details

KTO KARATAY UNIVERSITY
Faculty of Health Sciences
Programme of Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation
Course Details
Faculty of Health Sciences
Programme of Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation
Course Details

| Course Code | Course Name | Year | Period | Semester | T+A+L | Credit | ECTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02330102 | Manipulative Therapy I | 2 | Autumn | 3 | 1+0+2 | 3 | 3 |
| Course Type | Compulsory |
| Course Cycle | Bachelor's (First Cycle) (TQF-HE: Level 6 / QF-EHEA: Level 1 / EQF-LLL: Level 6) |
| Course Language | Turkish |
| Methods and Techniques | - |
| Mode of Delivery | Face to Face |
| Prerequisites | - |
| Coordinator | - |
| Instructor(s) | Prof. Necmiye ÜN YILDIRIM |
| Instructor Assistant(s) | - |
Course Instructor(s)
| Name and Surname | Room | E-Mail Address | Internal | Meeting Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prof. Necmiye ÜN YILDIRIM | B-230 | [email protected] | 000 |
Course Content
Mechanical, physiological, psychological and reflex effects of specific massage techniques, evaluation methods, practical applications, and indications and contraindications of these methods in determining post-operative activity.
Objectives of the Course
To provide students with basic theoretical and practical knowledge about massage techniques, to learn basic concepts in terms of evaluation and application in different situations where massage is used, to improve their ability to practice and to improve their problem solving skills in the field of physiotherapy and rehabilitation.
Contribution of the Course to Field Teaching
| Basic Vocational Courses | |
| Specialization / Field Courses | X |
| Support Courses | |
| Transferable Skills Courses | |
| Humanities, Communication and Management Skills Courses |
Relationships between Course Learning Outcomes and Program Outcomes
| Relationship Levels | ||||
| Lowest | Low | Medium | High | Highest |
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
| # | Program Learning Outcomes | Level |
|---|---|---|
| P2 | Identifies and assesses problems in the field of physical therapy and rehabilitation, and plans appropriate assessment and intervention approaches based on scientific evidence. | 4 |
| P3 | Possesses case-based clinical decision-making skills in various areas of physical therapy practice. | 5 |
| P10 | Knows the effects of physical therapy practices on individuals, society, and the healthcare system; is aware of patient safety, personal data privacy, professional ethics, and legal responsibilities. | 5 |
| P1 | Possesses theoretical and practical knowledge of basic health sciences; effectively applies this knowledge in the field of physical therapy and rehabilitation. | 3 |
Course Learning Outcomes
| Upon the successful completion of this course, students will be able to: | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| No | Learning Outcomes | Outcome Relationship | Measurement Method ** |
| O1 | Explains the historical development, basic principles, and physiological effects of classical massage. | P.1.11 | 1,7 |
| O2 | Defines and applies massage techniques. | P.1.12 | 1,7 |
| O3 | Explains the physiological and neurovegetative effects of connective tissue massage (CTM). | P.1.15 | 1,7 |
| O4 | Distinguishes the purposes, indications, and contraindications of classical massage. | P.2.5 | 1,7 |
| O5 | Plans patient positioning, skin assessment, and muscle analysis. | P.2.6 | 1,7 |
| O6 | Selects and applies techniques appropriate for different muscle groups. | P.2.7 | 1,7 |
| O7 | Observes and interprets the physiological changes that occur after massage. | P.2.8 | 1,7 |
| O8 | Massage is planned as part of the physical therapy treatment program. | P.2.9 | 1,7 |
| O9 | Explains the indications and contraindications of KDM and can differentiate them using clinical examples. | P.2.10 | 1,7 |
| O10 | Defines and organizes patient assessment steps appropriate for the KDM application. | P.2.11 | 1,7 |
| O11 | Knows and applies the basic techniques of KDM (short pull, long pull, etc.); performs KDM applications for different areas and diseases in accordance with the guidelines. | P.3.3 | 1,7 |
| O12 | CTM and classic massage practices prioritize patient safety, communication, and professional ethical principles. | P.10.4 | 1,7 |
| ** Written Exam: 1, Oral Exam: 2, Homework: 3, Lab./Exam: 4, Seminar/Presentation: 5, Term Paper: 6, Application: 7 | |||
Weekly Detailed Course Contents
| Week | Topics |
|---|---|
| 1 | History of massage, different massage techniques, aims, practice principles, effects, practical application of massage movements |
| 2 | Discussion of massage dosage, practical application of upper and lower extremity massage |
| 3 | Discussion of practical applications, indications and contraindications of massage |
| 4 | Practice of back and neck massage |
| 5 | Practice of back and neck massage |
| 6 | Practice of upper extremity massage |
| 7 | Midterm |
| 8 | Practice of upper extremity massage |
| 9 | Practice of lower extremity massage |
| 10 | Practice of lower extremity massage |
| 11 | Practice of abdominal and face massage |
| 12 | Practice of abdominal and face massage |
| 13 | General practice, discussion of current massage techniques |
| 14 | General practice, discussion of current massage techniques |
Textbook or Material
| Resources | Yüksel İ, Massage Techniques, Hipokrat Publishing House, 4th Edition, Ankara, 2018 |
Evaluation Method and Passing Criteria
| In-Term Studies | Quantity | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Attendance | - | - |
| Practice | 1 | 40 (%) |
| Course Specific Internship (If Any) | - | - |
| Homework | - | - |
| Presentation | - | - |
| Seminar | - | - |
| Quiz | - | - |
| Midterms | 1 | 20 (%) |
| Final Exam | 1 | 40 (%) |
| Total | 100 (%) | |
ECTS / Working Load Table
| Quantity | Duration | Total Work Load | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Course Week Number and Time | 14 | 2 | 28 |
| Out-of-Class Study Time (Pre-study, Library, Reinforcement) | 12 | 2 | 24 |
| Midterms | 1 | 5 | 5 |
| Quiz | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Homework | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Practice | 14 | 2 | 28 |
| Laboratory | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Project | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Workshop | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Presentation/Seminar Preparation | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fieldwork | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Final Exam | 1 | 5 | 5 |
| Other | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total Work Load: | 90 | ||
| Total Work Load / 30 | 3 | ||
| Course ECTS Credits: | 3 | ||
Course - Learning Outcomes Matrix
| Relationship Levels | ||||
| Lowest | Low | Medium | High | Highest |
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
| # | Learning Outcomes | P1 | P2 | P3 | P10 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| O1 | Explains the historical development, basic principles, and physiological effects of classical massage. | 5 | - | - | - |
| O2 | Defines and applies massage techniques. | 3 | - | - | - |
| O3 | Explains the physiological and neurovegetative effects of connective tissue massage (CTM). | 5 | - | - | - |
| O4 | Distinguishes the purposes, indications, and contraindications of classical massage. | - | 3 | - | - |
| O5 | Plans patient positioning, skin assessment, and muscle analysis. | - | 5 | - | - |
| O6 | Selects and applies techniques appropriate for different muscle groups. | - | - | 5 | - |
| O7 | Observes and interprets the physiological changes that occur after massage. | - | 3 | - | - |
| O8 | Massage is planned as part of the physical therapy treatment program. | - | 5 | - | - |
| O9 | Explains the indications and contraindications of KDM and can differentiate them using clinical examples. | - | 3 | - | - |
| O10 | Defines and organizes patient assessment steps appropriate for the KDM application. | - | - | 5 | - |
| O11 | Knows and applies the basic techniques of KDM (short pull, long pull, etc.); performs KDM applications for different areas and diseases in accordance with the guidelines. | - | - | 3 | - |
| O12 | CTM and classic massage practices prioritize patient safety, communication, and professional ethical principles. | - | - | - | 5 |
