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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02350107 | Rheumatological Rehabilitation | 3 | Autumn | 5 | 2+0+0 | 2 | 2 |
| 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) | Asst. Prof. Özlem AKKOYUN SERT |
| Instructor Assistant(s) | - |
Course Instructor(s)
| Name and Surname | Room | E-Mail Address | Internal | Meeting Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Asst. Prof. Özlem AKKOYUN SERT | B BLOK-230 | [email protected] | 7666 | Tuesday 14.00-15.00 |
Course Content
The pathophysiology of rheumatic diseases; assessment and treatment approaches; preventive services in rehabilitation; disease process management and coping theories; and the recognition of different rheumatic diseases and the required treatment approaches.
Objectives of the Course
To explain the mechanisms of rheumatic diseases, types of diseases, causes of physiotherapy and rehabilitation and their treatment properties and to increase the knowledge and skills needed by physiotherapists in the field of rheumatological rehabilitation.
Contribution of the Course to Field Teaching
| Basic Vocational Courses | X |
| 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. | 3 |
| P3 | Possesses case-based clinical decision-making skills in various areas of physical therapy practice. | 5 |
| P11 | Develops approaches aimed at protecting and improving public health and promoting healthy lifestyle habits. | 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 | Applies assessment methods in rheumatological diseases; interprets joint, muscle, functional, and quality of life assessments. | P.2.31 | 1 |
| O2 | Develops patient-specific rehabilitation programs for various rheumatic diseases (fibromyalgia, connective tissue diseases, seronegative arthritis, etc.). | P.2.32 | 1 |
| O3 | Determines the need for physical therapy and rehabilitation in rheumatological diseases; plans and implements appropriate exercise and modality approaches. | P.3.18 | 1 |
| O4 | Implements preventive approaches, lifestyle adjustments, and patient education strategies for rheumatic diseases; takes an active role in disease management. | P.11.5 | 1 |
| O5 | Explains the pathophysiology, clinical features, and classifications of rheumatic diseases. | P.1.22 | 1 |
| ** 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 | Introduction to Rheumatological Rehabilitation, Concepts and Multidisciplinary Approach |
| 2 | Evaluation in Rheumatological Rehabilitation |
| 3 | Rheumatoid Arthritis I |
| 4 | Rheumatoid Arthritis II |
| 5 | Rheumatoid Arthritis III |
| 6 | Inflammatory arthritis, Rheumatoid arthritis |
| 7 | Midterm |
| 8 | Seronegative Arthritis, Ankylosing Spondylitis, Psoriatic Arthritis, Reactive Arthritis, Behcet`s Disease |
| 9 | Seronegative Arthritis, Ankylosing Spondylitis, Psoriatic Arthritis, Reactive Arthritis, Behçet's Disease |
| 10 | osteoarthritis |
| 11 | Osteoporosis |
| 12 | Fibromyalgia Syndrome and Common Pain Syndromes |
| 13 | Connective Tissue Diseases, Systemic Lupus Erythematosus, Scleroderma, Myositis |
| 14 | Various Conditions, Septic Arthritis, Gout, Sarcoidosis, Diabetes Mellitus, Vasculitis |
Textbook or Material
| Resources | Tidy`s Physiotherapy. Çev.Ed. Prof.Dr. Edibe Yakut, Prof. Dr. Hülya Kayıhan. Pelikan Yay., 2008. |
| Tidy`s Physiotherapy. Çev.Ed. Prof.Dr. Edibe Yakut, Prof. Dr. Hülya Kayıhan. Pelikan Yay., 2008. | |
| Tidy`s Physiotherapy. Çev.Ed. Prof.Dr. Edibe Yakut, Prof. Dr. Hülya Kayıhan. Pelikan Yay., 2008. |
Evaluation Method and Passing Criteria
| In-Term Studies | Quantity | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Attendance | - | - |
| Practice | - | - |
| Course Specific Internship (If Any) | - | - |
| Homework | - | - |
| Presentation | - | - |
| Seminar | - | - |
| Quiz | - | - |
| Midterms | 1 | 40 (%) |
| Final Exam | 1 | 60 (%) |
| 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) | 13 | 8 | 104 |
| Midterms | 1 | 8 | 8 |
| Quiz | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Homework | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Practice | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 | 10 | 10 |
| Other | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total Work Load: | 150 | ||
| Total Work Load / 30 | 5 | ||
| Course ECTS Credits: | 5 | ||
Course - Learning Outcomes Matrix
| Relationship Levels | ||||
| Lowest | Low | Medium | High | Highest |
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
| # | Learning Outcomes | P1 | P2 | P3 | P11 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| O1 | Explains the pathophysiology, clinical features, and classifications of rheumatic diseases. | 3 | - | - | - |
| O2 | Applies assessment methods in rheumatological diseases; interprets joint, muscle, functional, and quality of life assessments. | - | 3 | - | - |
| O3 | Develops patient-specific rehabilitation programs for various rheumatic diseases (fibromyalgia, connective tissue diseases, seronegative arthritis, etc.). | - | - | 5 | - |
| O4 | Determines the need for physical therapy and rehabilitation in rheumatological diseases; plans and implements appropriate exercise and modality approaches. | - | - | 5 | - |
| O5 | Implements preventive approaches, lifestyle adjustments, and patient education strategies for rheumatic diseases; takes an active role in disease management. | - | - | - | 3 |
