NEUROPHYSIOLOGICAL METHODS-I

Course Description

The aim of the course is teaching the theoretical basis, the place in therapeutic exercises, mechanisms of action and practical application of Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation (PNF) techniques which is one of the basic neurophysiological approach used in physiotherapy. The basic principles, philosophy and neurophysiological basis of PNF techniques, the places and purposes of PNF techniques in therapeutic exercises, the upper and lower extremities, trunk, head and neck PNF patterns, the methods of inhibition and facilitation techniques, mat exercises, walking education, disease specific principles of PNF, respiratory training with PNF, practical applications for oral function, and the different uses of PNF techniques are given in this course. Conference-type lectures and laboratory work is involved.

NEUROPHYSIOLOGICAL METHODS-I

Evaluation Tools (Active Term)

Course outcomes

1. 01 Describe the neurophysiological mechanisms of PNF techniques.
2. 02 Define the basic principles of PNF.
3. 03 Apply appropriate PNF techniques for various diseases.
4. 04 Discuss the use of PNF techniques in therapeutic exercises.
5. 05 Examine and apply PNF principles and techniques in practice.

Course Syllabus

Reference Books & Course Materials

1. 01 PNF in Practice: An Illustrated Guide 4th fully revised ed. 2014 Edition by Susan S. Adler, Dominiek Beckers, Math Buck

Learning Outcomes

1. L01 Describe the mechanisms of neurophysiological action of PNF techniques. SOLO 2
2. L02 Define the basic principles of PNF. SOLO 2
3. L03 Apply appropriate PNF techniques for various diseases. SOLO 4
4. L04 Discuss the use of PNF techniques and their place in therapeutic exercises. SOLO 5
5. L05 Examine and apply PNF principles and techniques in practice. SOLO 4

Program Outcomes

1. P01 Has up-to-date theoretical and applied knowledge about Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation.
2. P02 Identifies and defines problems using up-to-date knowledge in the field of physiotherapy and rehabilitation, and plans treatment as per evaluation results.
3. P03 Implements and monitors the development of physiotherapy and rehabilitation processes within the frame of professional ethical principles, and changes or terminates processes when necessary
4. P04 Executes the necessary protocols for physiotherapy and rehabilitation practices by using the relevant technology, training and treatment equipment
5. P05 Takes responsibility, individually and as a team member, to solve complex unpredictable problems encountered in practices related to the field of Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation.
6. P06 Can independently carry out projects and research related to the field of Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation, actively participates in all its steps and makes the necessary reports to provide quality service.
7. P07 Contributes to the protection of public health in line with social needs and to the creation of necessary rehabilitation and health policies in parallel with the needs of the society.
8. P08 Embraces personal development, information literacy and lifelong learning; uses information resources effectively.
9. P09 Commands a foreign language in order to follow the developments in the field of physiotherapy and rehabilitation, as well as the ability to communicate in Turkish orally and in writing.
10. P10 Organizes physiotherapy and rehabilitation services effectively and adequately, manages processes necessary for the continuity and development of the quality and organizational function; generates solutions against problems in line with knowledge and evidence.
11. P11 Contributes to in-field and extra-field education and professional promotion programs, and represents its profession at national and international level.

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