Information Package / Course Catalogue
Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation in Soft Tissue Injuries
Course Code: FR552
Course Type: Area Elective
Couse Group: Second Cycle (Master's Degree)
Education Language: Turkish
Work Placement: N/A
Theory: 2
Prt.: 0
Credit: 2
Lab: 0
ECTS: 6
Objectives of the Course

The aim of this course is to learn the basic anatomical principles and function of soft tissue, to understand the mechanism of soft tissue injuries, to discuss physiotherapy and rehabilitation applications and to transfer these applications to the research field.

Course Content

Discussion of physiotherapy and rehabilitation methods used in soft tissue injuries

Name of Lecturer(s)
Lec. Sercan AYKAR
Learning Outcomes
1.When the student takes this course, he/she learns soft tissue anatomy, physiology and injuries.
2.Understands the principles of treatment of these injuries.
3.Evaluates the patient using appropriate evaluation methods.
4.Can plan the most appropriate physiotherapy and rehabilitation program.
5.Gains the ability to choose and apply the most effective method, identify and prevent possible complications.
Recommended or Required Reading
1.Jones, D., Round, J., & De Haan, A. (2004). Skeletal muscle: from molecules to movement (pp. 45-48). Edinburgh.
2.Wendel, I., Patel, S. I., & Wyss, J. (2020). Home exercise programs for musculoskeletal and sports injuries: the evidence-based guide for practitioners. springer publishing company.
3.Andrews, J. R., Harrelson, G. L., & Wilk, K. E. (2012). Physical Rehabilitation of the Injured Athlete: Expert Consult-Online and Print. Elsevier Health Sciences.
Weekly Detailed Course Contents
Week 1 - Theoretical
Examination of soft tissue anatomy and physiology
Week 2 - Theoretical
Examination of soft tissue anatomy and physiology
Week 3 - Theoretical
Examination of soft tissue pathomechanics and biomechanics
Week 4 - Theoretical
Mechanical loading and mechanism of action in soft connective tissue
Week 5 - Theoretical
General evaluation methods in soft tissue injuries
Week 6 - Theoretical
Evaluation methods in upper extremity soft tissue injuries
Week 7 - Theoretical
Rehabilitation approaches in upper extremity soft tissue injuries
Week 8 - Theoretical
Rehabilitation approaches in upper extremity soft tissue injuries (Midterm Exam)
Week 9 - Theoretical
Evaluation methods in lower extremity soft tissue injuries
Week 10 - Theoretical
Rehabilitation approaches in lower extremity soft tissue injuries
Week 11 - Theoretical
Rehabilitation approaches in lower extremity soft tissue injuries
Week 12 - Theoretical
Therapeutic Modalities As an Adjunct to Rehabilitation
Week 13 - Theoretical
Soft tissue mobilizations
Week 14 - Theoretical
Case discussions
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Type of AssessmentCountPercent
Midterm Examination1%30
Final Examination1%70
Workload Calculation
ActivitiesCountPreparationTimeTotal Work Load (hours)
Lecture - Theory102240
Project110111
Individual Work531590
Midterm Examination1516
Final Examination1819
TOTAL WORKLOAD (hours)156
Contribution of Learning Outcomes to Programme Outcomes
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Adnan Menderes University - Information Package / Course Catalogue
2026