To have knowledge of the anatomy and physiology of the lymphedema system, to understand the pathologies and
intervention methods associated with lymphedema, to master the theoretical scope of evaluation methods and lymphedema
rehabilitation practices, to master home exercises and other measures to improve the quality of life of patients
Course Content
This course contains; Overview of Lymphedema Rehabilitation,Lymphatic System Anatomy ,Lymphatic System Physiology ,Lymphatic System Pathologies I ,Lymphatic System Pathologies II ,Lymphedema Complications and Common Skin Changes,Effect of Lymphedema on Quality of Life ,Diagnosis and Evaluation of Lymphedema,Principles of Complete Decongestive Therapy,Lower Extremity and Upper Extremity Manual Lymphatic Drainage,Application: Upper Extremity Bandaging ,Application: Self Manual Lymph Drainage and Decongestive Exercises ,Patient Education in Lymphedema Management,Review.
Dersin Öğrenme Kazanımları
Teaching Methods
Assessment Methods
Learns the pathologies associated with lymphedema and understands rehabilitation practices
16, 9
A
Understands lymphedema and its rehabilitation applications at a theoretical level
16, 9
A
Understands the anatomy and physiology of lymphedema
16, 9
A
Understands self-drainage exercises and other home exercises for lymphedema patients
16, 9
A
Understands the precautions that lymphedema patients should take
Lower Extremity and Upper Extremity Manual Lymphatic Drainage
Mebis Notes
11
Application: Upper Extremity Bandaging
Mebis Notes
12
Application: Self Manual Lymph Drainage and Decongestive Exercises
Mebis Notes
13
Patient Education in Lymphedema Management
Mebis Notes
14
Review
Mebis Notes
Resources
Mebis Notes
1. Földi, M., Földi, E., Strößenreuther, C., & Kubik, S. (Eds.). (2012). Földi's textbook of lymphology: for physicians and lymphedema therapists. Elsevier
Health Sciences.
2. Lymphedema Management A Comprehensive Guide for Clinicians - Nobel Bookstore
Course Contribution to Program Qualifications
Course Contribution to Program Qualifications
No
Program Qualification
Contribution Level
1
2
3
4
5
1
PQ-1. Equipped with adequate, trustworthy and up-to-date knowledge of Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation.
X
2
PQ-2. It uses the evaluation methods for healthy, disabled and individuals who require physiotherapy and plans and implements the physiotherapy program.
X
3
PQ-3. Practices using knowledge and skills based on the evidence specific to the field of physiotherapy and rehabilitation.
X
4
PQ-4. For function and independence in the daily life activities of individuals who require physiotherapy and rehabilitation, physiotherapy applications can be carried out using appropriate technology, training and treatment equipment.
X
5
PQ-5. Has the ability to work independently and effectively between disciplinary and interdisciplinary in his professional practices.
X
6
PQ-6. Social responsibility plays a role in consciousness, research, projects and events.
X
7
PQ-7. Adopt life-time adaptation to new conditions, learning, developing new ideas, attaching importance to quality, and use information sources effectively.
X
8
PQ-8. The developments in physiotherapy and rehabilitation are followed by at least one foreign language.
X
9
PQ-9. Has the ability to communicate verbally and in writing in Turkish.
X
10
PQ-10. Act in accordance with the legislation and professional codes of conduct in cooperation with the relevant disciplines, considering the rights and responsibilities of the task in physiotherapy and rehabilitation applications.
X
Assessment Methods
Contribution Level
Absolute Evaluation
Rate of Midterm Exam to Success
40
Rate of Final Exam to Success
60
Total
100
ECTS / Workload Table
Activities
Number of
Duration(Hour)
Total Workload(Hour)
Course Hours
14
2
28
Guided Problem Solving
14
2
28
Resolution of Homework Problems and Submission as a Report
0
0
0
Term Project
0
0
0
Presentation of Project / Seminar
0
0
0
Quiz
0
0
0
Midterm Exam
1
5
5
General Exam
1
10
10
Performance Task, Maintenance Plan
0
0
0
Total Workload(Hour)
71
Dersin AKTS Kredisi = Toplam İş Yükü (Saat)/30*=(71/30)
2
ECTS of the course: 30 hours of work is counted as 1 ECTS credit.
Detail Informations of the Course
Course Description
Course
Code
Semester
T+P (Hour)
Credit
ECTS
LYMPHEDEMA REHABILITATION
PTR4115219
Fall Semester
2+0
2
2
Course Program
Cuma 16:30-17:15
Cuma 17:30-18:15
Prerequisites Courses
Recommended Elective Courses
Language of Course
English
Course Level
First Cycle (Bachelor's Degree)
Course Type
Elective
Course Coordinator
Prof.Dr. Ayşe Nur TUNALI VAN DEN BERG
Name of Lecturer(s)
Lect. Çağla ÖZGÖREN
Assistant(s)
Aim
To have knowledge of the anatomy and physiology of the lymphedema system, to understand the pathologies and
intervention methods associated with lymphedema, to master the theoretical scope of evaluation methods and lymphedema
rehabilitation practices, to master home exercises and other measures to improve the quality of life of patients
Course Content
This course contains; Overview of Lymphedema Rehabilitation,Lymphatic System Anatomy ,Lymphatic System Physiology ,Lymphatic System Pathologies I ,Lymphatic System Pathologies II ,Lymphedema Complications and Common Skin Changes,Effect of Lymphedema on Quality of Life ,Diagnosis and Evaluation of Lymphedema,Principles of Complete Decongestive Therapy,Lower Extremity and Upper Extremity Manual Lymphatic Drainage,Application: Upper Extremity Bandaging ,Application: Self Manual Lymph Drainage and Decongestive Exercises ,Patient Education in Lymphedema Management,Review.
Dersin Öğrenme Kazanımları
Teaching Methods
Assessment Methods
Learns the pathologies associated with lymphedema and understands rehabilitation practices
16, 9
A
Understands lymphedema and its rehabilitation applications at a theoretical level
16, 9
A
Understands the anatomy and physiology of lymphedema
16, 9
A
Understands self-drainage exercises and other home exercises for lymphedema patients
16, 9
A
Understands the precautions that lymphedema patients should take
Lower Extremity and Upper Extremity Manual Lymphatic Drainage
Mebis Notes
11
Application: Upper Extremity Bandaging
Mebis Notes
12
Application: Self Manual Lymph Drainage and Decongestive Exercises
Mebis Notes
13
Patient Education in Lymphedema Management
Mebis Notes
14
Review
Mebis Notes
Resources
Mebis Notes
1. Földi, M., Földi, E., Strößenreuther, C., & Kubik, S. (Eds.). (2012). Földi's textbook of lymphology: for physicians and lymphedema therapists. Elsevier
Health Sciences.
2. Lymphedema Management A Comprehensive Guide for Clinicians - Nobel Bookstore
Course Contribution to Program Qualifications
Course Contribution to Program Qualifications
No
Program Qualification
Contribution Level
1
2
3
4
5
1
PQ-1. Equipped with adequate, trustworthy and up-to-date knowledge of Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation.
X
2
PQ-2. It uses the evaluation methods for healthy, disabled and individuals who require physiotherapy and plans and implements the physiotherapy program.
X
3
PQ-3. Practices using knowledge and skills based on the evidence specific to the field of physiotherapy and rehabilitation.
X
4
PQ-4. For function and independence in the daily life activities of individuals who require physiotherapy and rehabilitation, physiotherapy applications can be carried out using appropriate technology, training and treatment equipment.
X
5
PQ-5. Has the ability to work independently and effectively between disciplinary and interdisciplinary in his professional practices.
X
6
PQ-6. Social responsibility plays a role in consciousness, research, projects and events.
X
7
PQ-7. Adopt life-time adaptation to new conditions, learning, developing new ideas, attaching importance to quality, and use information sources effectively.
X
8
PQ-8. The developments in physiotherapy and rehabilitation are followed by at least one foreign language.
X
9
PQ-9. Has the ability to communicate verbally and in writing in Turkish.
X
10
PQ-10. Act in accordance with the legislation and professional codes of conduct in cooperation with the relevant disciplines, considering the rights and responsibilities of the task in physiotherapy and rehabilitation applications.
