Information Package / Course Catalogue
Current Approaches in Orthopedic Rehabilitation
Course Code: FR569
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: 5
Objectives of the Course

The aim of this course is to enable master's level students to understand the rehabilitation needs of patients with orthopedic problems and to develop effective interventions for them. It examines current approaches and guidelines in the field of Orthopedic Rehabilitation and enables students to determine the most effective methods in line with the level of evidence. It helps students develop their skills in directing rehabilitation processes, creating rehabilitation programs, and communicating effectively with patients.

Course Content

Researching the most effective methods in line with the level of evidence by examining current approaches and guidelines in the field of Orthopedic Rehabilitation

Name of Lecturer(s)
Learning Outcomes
1.At the end of this course, the student will master proven effective treatment methods for common orthopedic problems.
2.Learns to search literature.
3.Learns to reach and follow reliable international guides.
4.Uses evidence to make decisions appropriate to the patient's individual needs and circumstances.
5.Learns to determine the treatment of patients with orthopedic problems in the light of current and high-quality studies.
Recommended or Required Reading
1.Frontera, W. R., & Silver, J. K. (2018). Essentials of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation E-Book: Musculoskeletal Disorders, Pain, and Rehabilitation. Elsevier Health Sciences.
2.Giangarra, C. E., & Manske, R. C. (2017). Clinical Orthopaedic rehabilitation: a team approach E-book. Elsevier Health Sciences.
3.Maitin, I. (2015). Current Diagnosis and Treatment Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation.
Weekly Detailed Course Contents
Week 1 - Theoretical
Clinical decision making process in orthopedic problems
Week 2 - Theoretical
Healing mechanism of tissues
Week 3 - Theoretical
Current orthopedic rehabilitation approaches in ligament injuries
Week 4 - Theoretical
Current orthopedic rehabilitation approaches in muscle injuries
Week 5 - Theoretical
Current orthopedic rehabilitation approaches in osteoarthritis
Week 6 - Theoretical
Current orthopedic rehabilitation approaches in foot and ankle problems
Week 7 - Theoretical
Current orthopedic rehabilitation approaches in foot and ankle problems
Week 8 - Theoretical
Current orthopedic rehabilitation approaches in knee injuries (Midterm Exam)
Week 9 - Theoretical
Current orthopedic rehabilitation approaches in knee injuries
Week 10 - Theoretical
Current orthopedic rehabilitation approaches in hip injuries
Week 11 - Theoretical
Current orthopedic rehabilitation approaches in shoulder injuries
Week 12 - Theoretical
Current orthopedic rehabilitation approaches in elbow injuries
Week 13 - Theoretical
Current orthopedic rehabilitation approaches in spine problems
Week 14 - Theoretical
Patient education strategies for orthopedic problems
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Type of AssessmentCountPercent
Presentation1%5
Assignment1%5
Midterm Examination1%20
Final Examination1%70
Workload Calculation
ActivitiesCountPreparationTimeTotal Work Load (hours)
Lecture - Theory142256
Assignment112113
Presentation 115116
Individual Work102020
Midterm Examination1819
Final Examination110111
TOTAL WORKLOAD (hours)125
Contribution of Learning Outcomes to Programme Outcomes
PÇ-1
PÇ-2
PÇ-3
PÇ-4
PÇ-5
PÇ-6
PÇ-7
PÇ-8
PÇ-9
PÇ-10
OÇ-1
2
1
2
3
1
1
1
1
3
2
OÇ-2
1
1
1
1
2
1
1
1
5
1
OÇ-3
1
1
1
2
1
1
1
1
5
3
OÇ-4
2
1
3
4
2
2
1
1
2
1
OÇ-5
3
1
5
5
3
1
1
1
4
3
Adnan Menderes University - Information Package / Course Catalogue
2026