COURSE UNIT TITLE

Offered By

Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation

Level of Course Unit

Second Cycle Programmes (Master's Degree)

Course Coordinator

PROFESSOR DOCTOR ARZU GENÇ

Offered to

Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation

Course Objective

The aim of this course is to understand the anatomy, biomechanics, and physiological functions of the fascia system; examine its effects on functional movement; and apply fascia-focused assessment and treatment methods in physiotherapy approaches.

Learning Outcomes of the Course Unit

Mode of Delivery

Face -to- Face

Prerequisites and Co-requisites

None

Recomended Optional Programme Components

None

Course Contents

Recomended or Required Reading

"Fascia: Function, Dysfunction and Treatment" by Robert Schleip, Thomas W. Findley, Peter Huijing, and Jan Wilke
"The Fascia Handbook: Practical Applications for Health and Fitness" by Radice, M.
"The Endless Web: Fascial Anatomy and Physical Reality" by R. Louis

Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods

1. Student Presentations: Students will give presentations on topics related to fascia and functional movement. These presentations will help students improve their academic communication skills.
2. Practical Sessions: Students will reinforce their theoretical knowledge on fascia and functional movement by applying it in practice. Practical applications, such as fascia assessment, treatment methods, and functional movement analyses, will be conducted.
3. Problem-Based Learning : Students will work on case scenarios related to fascia and functional movement, developing their problem-solving skills. This will enable students to analyze and solve real-world problems.
4. Group Work: Students will work in groups to exchange ideas and conduct in-depth research on fascia and functional movement topics through group projects.
5. Discussions and Critical Thinking: Students will engage in discussions based on scientific articles, developing their critical thinking skills on current theories and research related to fascia and functional movement.

Assessment Methods

Further Notes About Assessment Methods

None

Assessment Criteria

The student's success in presentations, assignments, and exams will be evaluated.

Language of Instruction

Turkish

Course Policies and Rules

To be announced.

Contact Details for the Lecturer(s)

Prof. Dr. Arzu GENÇ
e-mail: arzu.genc@deu.edu.tr
Tel: 0 232 412 49 36

Office Hours

To be announced.

Work Placement(s)

None

Workload Calculation

Contribution of Learning Outcomes to Programme Outcomes