Physiotherapy Syllabus

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PHYSIOTHERAPY ASSISTANT PHYSIOTHERAPY LABORATORY EMPLOYEE

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A1. Name of academic course:

PHYSIOTHERAPY ASSISTANT PHYSIOTHERAPY LABORATORY

EMPLOYEE

A2. Academic Sector:

HEALTH CARE PROFESSIONS AESTHETICS- SOCIAL SERVICES

A3. Course admission requirements:

To be admitted in the course PHYSIOTHERAPY ASSISTANT

PHYSIOTHERAPY LABORATORY EMPLOYEE the student has to be a

successful graduate of all types of High schools (General-Technical Lyceums etc.).

A4. Duration of study:

The duration of the course is defined as four (4) semesters of tutoring-training.

A5. Similar courses in Greece:

The above course specialization is also taught in Greece at the levels provided below:

* Level of Higher Education in the Technological Educational Institute (TEI) (based

on Law 1404/1983, Official Government Gazette 173 .` as replaced by Law

2916/2001, Official Government Gazette 114 . ` and supplemented by Law 3404 /

2005, GG 260 . `)

* Secondary Education (High Schools-Lyceums etc.) from T.E.E. (Technical

Vocational Educational School-TEE / Vocational Lyceum- EPAL) Circle B, Sector of

Health and Welfare (Specialization: Physiotherapist Assistants).

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B.1. Course Outline (profile of the profession):

A graduate of the above specialization can be employed in both the public-

governmental and the private sectors, in all places where physical therapy is provided

under the supervision of a higher level physiotherapist graduate.

B.1.1. Sector of activities:

More specifically, graduates of the course PHYSIOTHERAPY ASSISTANT

PHYSIOTHERAPY LABORATORY EMPLOYEE can work as productive

employees in:

Physiotherapy Workshops

Institutes and Rehabilitation Recovery Centers for AMEA (people with special

physical-movement disabilities)

KAPI (Open Care Center for the Elderly)

Therapeutic Thermal Springs Health Centers

Special Rehabilitation Centers

Hospitals, Clinics, Treatment Centers offering physiotherapy treatment

Sports Centers and Recreation-Athletic exercise grounds

B.1.2. Professional Duties:

Duties concerning the patient: welcoming and preparation of patients, providing

assistance to the physiotherapist when implementing physiotherapy treatments

Preparation of the physiotherapy laboratory

Secretarial support of a physiotherapy laboratory center

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B.2. Detailed Description of all Requisite Knowledge and Skills for the course.

B2.1. Description of General Knowledge and Skills:

A graduate of the course PHYSIOTHERAPY ASSISTANT

PHYSIOTHERAPY LABORATORY EMPLOYEE possesses knowledge, skills and professional attitude which enable him/her

to work as support staff, well trained in theory and with appropriate

practical experience in physiotherapy laboratories and other health care

centers where physical therapy is provided as mentioned in section sector

of activities B1.1.-B.2.4.

has all essential knowledge and skills so he/she can easily be incorporated

into special units and teams where rehabilitation techniques are implemented

B.2.2. Description of the Basic Professional Skills and Knowledge:

A. DUTIES TOWARDS THE PATIENT

Welcoming of the patient and guidance to the treatment area.

Assessing the general state of health of the patient, for example, blood pressure

measurement prior to the commencement of physiotherapy treatment.

Informing the physiotherapist about patients medical history

Placing and/or transferring the patient to the appropriate location for

implementation of the treatment

Providing assistance to the physiotherapist when carrying out special

physiotherapy movements and exercises

Providing assistance to the physiotherapist in the implementation of

techniques including electrotherapy, thermotherapy and radiotherapy.

Providing assistance to the physiotherapist in the treatment of orthopedic

and sports injuries

Providing assistance to the physiotherapist when implementing treatment

methods to address respiratory, cardiovascular, neurological and rheumatic

conditions

Providing assistance to the physiotherapist in the implementation of group

and individual activities for elders

Providing assistance to the physiotherapist in the training and adaptation of

individuals with sensory movement problems (AMEA, people withspecial physical-movement disabilities-needs) in productive activities

within an environment designed by physiotherapy specialists to meet the

needs of cerebral dysfunction

Offering moral and psychological support to amputation patients, in

painful treatment approaches as well as in elderly

Providing assistance to avoid pressure sores and caring for proper,

functional and comfortable position of the patient in bed as well as for

proper use of oxygen therapy devices

Providing assistance to the physiotherapist in the mobilization movement

of critically ill patients (multiple fractures, hemiplegia, paraplegia,quadriplegia) and postoperative conditions.

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B. PREPARATION OF THE PHYSIOTHERAPY LABORATORY

Ensuring the hygiene of the area

Preparing materials and operating medical equipment

Ensuring personal protection measures for all staff within a physiotherapy

laboratory center

Controlling use and distributing consumable materials, cleaning and

disinfecting

Maintaining equipment maintenance.

C. SECRETARIAL SUPPORT OF PHYSIOTHERAPY LABORATORY

Updating patients medical history card and medical history archive

maintenance

Maintaining statistics on the type and number of visits for physiotherapy

treatment Supporting telephone communication of the physiotherapy laboratory

Mailing correspondence support of the physiotherapy laboratory

Classifying and completing referrals of social insurance services

Using properly of computer software

B.2.3. Description of Special Professional Knowledge and Skills:

Updated knowledge on existing and new methods in physiotherapy

Science

Familiarity with interpersonal relations Practical training on personal computers

Practical training in real working conditions.

B.2.4. Areas of Employment for Graduates:

Physiotherapy Workshops

Institutes and Rehabilitation Recovery Centers for AMEA (people with

special physical-movement disabilities)

KAPI (Open Care Center for the Elderly)

Therapeutic thermal springs health centers

Special Rehabilitation Centers

Hospitals, Clinics, Treatment Centers offering physiotherapy treatment

Sports Centers and Recreation-Athletic exercise grounds

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B.3. COURSE-TRAINING PROGRAM

B.3.1. COURSE TIME SCHEDULE

SECTOR:HEALTH CARE PROFESSIONS AESTHETICS- SOCIAL SERVICES

GROUP SPECIALIZATION: HEALTH CARE PROFESSIONS

COURSE NAME: PHYSIOTHERAPY ASSISTANT PHYSIOTHERAPY LABORATORY

EMPLOYEE

COURSE MODULES SEMESTERS

C D

TH LAB TH LAB TH LAB TH LAB

ENGLISH 2 2 2 2COMPUTER SKILLS 2 2

ANATOMY-PHYSIOLOGY 4 2

NOSOLOGY 2

ORTHOPAEDICS 2

RHEUMATOLOGY 2

HYGIENE 2

REHABILITATION PSYCHOLOGY 2

SURGERY 2

PAEDIATRICS 2

NEUROLOGY 2

GERIATRICS 2

EXERCISE: SAFETY ANDIMPLEMENTATION I 2 4

PATIENT MOBILIZATION PRINCIPLES 2 4

EXERCISE: SAFETY ANDIMPLEMENTATION II

2 4

TECHNOLOGY AND MAINTENANCE OFPHYSIOTHERAPY LABORATORY

2 2

NATURAL TREATMENT METHODS 2 2

MASSAGE PRINCIPLES 2 2

FIRST AID WRAP TREATMENT 2 2

MOVEMENT,WALKING AND SELF-SERVICE EQUIPMENT

2 4

BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION OF

PHYSIOTHERAPY LABORATORY

2 2

MORAL ISSUES DURING PATIENTTREATMENT

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EXERCISE: SAFETY ANDIMPLEMENTATION III

2 4

NURSING 3

TOTAL HOURS S= 20 S= 24 S= 24 S= 24

*TH:THEORY, LAB: LABORATORY SESSIONS

MODULE ENGLISH

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SEMESTER (ALL) 2 HOURS THEORY/SEMESTER

COURSE AIMS - OBJECTIVES

The Syllabus is formed in accordance with the instructions of OEEK (Organisation

for Vocational Education and Training) and consequently has to be the same for all

health profession courses.

MODULE COMPUTER SKILLS

& SEMESTER 2 HOURS LABORATORY SESSION / SEMESTER

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COURSE AIMS - OBJECTIVES

Syllabus is formed in accordance with the instructions of OEEK (Organisation for

Vocational Education and Training) and is the same for all health profession courses.

Moreover, it includes teaching of various Database tools (such as ACCESS) for the

creation and management of clientele databases.

MODULE ANATOMY PHYSIOLOGY

SEMESTER 4 HOURS THEORY + 2 HOURS LABORATORY SESSION

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Module Description

Students learn the anatomical structure and function of the human body (the

respiratory, urinary, reproductive, nervous system as well as of sensory

organs.) The overall aim of this module is to review the structure and function

of tissues and systems, and to develop a thorough understanding of the

anatomical structure and function of the musculoskeletal system.

Summary of learning outcomes

On successful completion of the module the student will be able to:

a. Identify the basic concepts of anatomy and physiology

b. Use universally recognised anatomical and movement descriptive

terminology appropriately

c. Describe knowledge about the anatomical structure and function of

limbs and trunk

d. Describe the structure and function of the musculoskeletal system and

the basic principles of movement analysis

Contents

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Skeletal system

The human skeleton

Bone types

Types of joints

Muscular system

Types and functional characteristics of muscles

Muscle contractions types

Respiratory system

The larynx

The trachea

The thoracic cavity

The lungs

The thyroid gland

The parathyroid glands

The thymus gland

Urinary system

The kidneys

Kidney calyx and renal pelvis

The ureter

The urinary bladder

The urethra

The adrenal glands

Reproductive System

Male reproductive system

Female reproductive system

Nervous system

Nervous tissue

Division of nervous system

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Anatomical study of the central nervous system

Senses and sensory organs

The organ of sight, the eye

The organ of hearing and balance

Olfactory organ - nose, olfactory mucosa

Taste organ, taste buds of the tongue

The skin as a sensory organ (touch, pressure, pain, temperature)

Assessment

The module is assessed by a midterm written exam (50%) and a final exam

that covers the entire curriculum (50%).

Students have to pass the module in order to proceed to Year 2 of the

programme.

MODULE NOSOLOGY

SEMESTER 2 HOURS THEORY/SEMESTER

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Module Description

The overall aim of this module is to develop knowledge on diseases of the

digestive and urinary system as well as of various other diseases of thehuman organism.


The students by the end of the course will be able to distinguish and describe

major diseases of the human body. Students will be able to analyse the

aetiology, pathophysiology, clinical features and treatments of a variety ofproblems

Contents

Diseases of the Digestive system

Introduction

Diseases of the digestive tract

Diseases of the Liver

Diseases of the Urinarysystem

Introduction

Development of Urinary system disorders

Various other diseases and conditions

Blood Diseases

Diabetes mellitus

Allergy and allergic reactions

Collagen Diseases

Skin Diseases

Assessment



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programme.

MODULE ORTHOPAEDICS

SEMESTER 2 HOURS THEORY

Module Description

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The overall aim of this module is to develop knowledge on Musculoskeletal

injuries-disorders through diagnostic and therapeutic approach. The students

will learn causes and treatment on various diseases of the musculoskeletal

system.


The students by the end of the course will be able to report and discuss the

aetiology, pathophysiology, clinical features and treatments of a variety of

musculoskeletal injuries-disorders.

Contents

Knee Fractures

Knee Injuries

Ankle Injuries

Spinal column Fractures

Inflammatory bone conditions Amputations

Injuries of peripheral nerves and blood vessels

Spinal column disorders

Disorders of the upper limbs

Disorders of the lower limbs

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MODULE RHEUMATOLOGY


Module Description

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The module introduces the student to knowledge on rheumatologic medical

conditions through diagnostic and therapeutic approach.


The students by the end of the module should be able to identify:

a. basic rheumatologic medical conditions

b. ways of treating the rheumatologic diseases

Content

General part

Connective tissue

Mechanism of injury in rheumatic diseases-disorders

Degenerative arthritis

Rheumatoid arthritis

Chronic pediatric arthritis

Lupus erythematosus syndrome

Ankylosing spondylitis

Assessment



Students have to pass the module in order to proceed to Year 2 of theprogramme

MODULE HYGIENE


Module Description

The module introduces:

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a. the basic principles of hygiene and epidemiology

b. the major diseases and disorders

c. the main hygienic principles of the workplace

d. prevention of accidents


The students by the end of the module should be able to demonstrate their

familiarity with:

a. basic knowledge of hygiene and epidemiology

b. ways of prevention and protection from various diseases

c. basic rules of protection from epidemics

d. basic rules of individual hygiene, diet and the environment

e. basic rules of working conditions and

f. hygiene rules related to the welfare of children of preschool

Content

Introduction - Definitions - aims

Definitions of health

Enemies of human health (infectious diseases, chronic diseases, accidents,

natural factors, adverse factors affecting endometrial life)

Chronic diseases (cancer, heart disease, occupational diseases)

Epidemiology of infectious diseases (exploration, characteristics)

Epidemiology of non-infectious diseases (exploration, characteristics)

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Prevention of occupational diseases

Accident Prevention

Residence hygiene

Organization of health services

Hygiene of various ages

Hygiene of vulnerable groups of people

Vulnerable groups and health

Modern nutrition epidemiology - Prevention

Assessment

The module is assessed by a midterm written exam (50%) and a final examthat covers the entire curriculum (50%).


programme

MODULE REHABILITATION PSYCHOLOGY

A SEMESTER 2 HOURS THEORY

Module description:

An introduction to psychological treatment for people with disabilities and

mobility problems. Theories of attention, sensation and perception, learning

and memory and their application to Physiotherapy practice. Personality,

attitudes, beliefs, motivation and emotion: basic science and their relevance

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for understanding health and pain behaviour. The role of the physiotherapist

in health promotion and health education



a. Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the different theories and

concepts related to the areas of Psychology

b. Demonstrate knowledge about the basic elements of disability

c. Analyse, explore and appraise the ways in which knowledge from

Psychology may inform Physiotherapy practice.

Content

Psychological assessment

Adaptation to disability

Evaluation

Denial Occurrence of Depression in patients with mobility problems

Support of patients during their rehabilitation program

Assessment


that covers the entire curriculum (50%).Students have to pass the module in

order to proceed to Year 2 of the programme

MODULE SURGERY


Module description:

The content of this module is surgical diseases in conjunction with a

physiotherapists instructions for a better treatment of a patient.

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a. recognize the necessity of surgical treatments

b. demonstrate knowledge of preoperative assessment of a patient

c. demonstrate knowledge of common surgical treatments

Content

History of surgery

General knowledge of surgery

Preoperative assessment of a patient

Contamination-Infection-Inflammation

Bruises - Ecchymosis - Hematoma, Trauma

Head injuries

Diseases of the chest - lungs

Diseases of the digestive system

Hernias

Congenital malformations

Craniocerebral injuries, Spinal column injuries, nerve injuries

Tumors

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MODULE PAEDIATRICS


Module description:

The aim of this module is to possess knowledge of physiological disorders of

normal development leading to cerebral palsy in order to be efficient in the

rehabilitation of the disorder under the guidance of a physiotherapist.

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a. describe knowledge of normal child development

b. describe knowledge of reflexes and examination of them

c. identify different pathologic conditions (i.e. cerebral palsy)

Content

General part: Normal child development

Normal physiological stages of psycho-mental and kinetic development

(normal - physiological reflex)

Problems in normal development

Regulatory kinetic mechanism

Monitoring of the kinetic system

Examination of muscle tone-strength reflexes

Assessment


that covers the entire curriculum (50%). Students have to pass the module in

order to proceed to Year 2 of the programme.

MODULE NEUROLOGY


Module description:

The module introduces the student to develop knowledge of commonly

encountered neurological conditions as well as their therapeutic management.


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The students by the end of the module should be able to demonstrate their

familiarity with:

a. basic knowledge on neurological diseases (causes and symptoms)

b. ways of treatment the neurological diseases

Contents

Hemiplegia

Craniocerebral injuries

Quadriplegia

Paraplegia

Neuropathies

Myopathies - Myasthenia

Multiple Sclerosis

Nervous System Tumors

Assessment

The module is assessed by a midterm written exam (50%) and a final examthat covers the entire curriculum (50%). Students have to pass the module in

order to proceed to Year 2 of the programme.

MODULE GERIATRICS


Module description:

An introduction to geriatric medicine. The overall aim of this course is to

provide the students with knowledge of treatment methods in geriatrics under

the guidance of a physiotherapist.

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a. describe the pathological and physiological issues in relation to

geriatrics patients

b. recognise and discuss the principles of assessment and treatment

c. discuss the precautions and safety associated with therapeutic

interventions

Content

- The elderly patient

- Chronic diseases and aging

- Special problems in elderly care

- General principles of treatment of elderly patients

- Effect of aging on body organism systems

- Elderly exercise program

- Therapeutic approach and methods of rehabilitation in geriatrics

Assessment

The module is assessed by a midterm written exam (50%) and a final examthat covers the entire curriculum (50%).


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MODULE EXERCISE: SAFETY AND IMPLEMENTATION I

SEMESTER 6 HOURS (2 THEORY + 4 LABORATORY SESSION)

Module description:

An introduction to scientific terminology, concepts and approaches used in

movement science. Characteristics of patients with musculoskeletal

conditions. Tools used when implementing exercise. Safety issues so they

can cooperate with the physiotherapist during the rehabilitation program.

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a. describe the basic concepts of and terminology of movement science

b. relate concepts and principle of movement science to defined

musculoskeletal conditions

c. Safely and effectively apply exercise therapy techniques to treat

musculoskeletal disorders

d. demonstrate different types of muscle contraction and recognise different

muscle function

e. Select and apply appropriate muscle testing procedures

f. Demonstrate knowledge about indications and contraindications associated

with the therapeutic interventions

Content:

- Exercise physiology and safety principles

-Variations of needs of patients with Ligament, Myotendon and Bone

pathology

- Means of exercise application to improve strength

- Means of exercise application designed to improve neuromuscular

coordination

- Means of exercise application to improve flexibility

- Rehabilitation Group, Members and role of each member

Assessment

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The module is assessed by a midterm written and practical exam (50%) and a

final exam that covers the entire curriculum (50%).


programme.

MODULE PATIENT MOBILIZATION PRINCIPLES

SEMESTER 6 HOURS (2 THEORY + 4 LABORATORY SESSIONS)

Module description:This module includes principles of moving and manual handling techniques,

legislation and introduction to risk assessment. The students learnabout the

tools used for the transfer of various patients



a. Demonstrate knowledge of basic principle of transportation (moving

and handling) patients with different types of problems

(musculoskeletal, neurological)

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b. Demonstrate proper and safe handling of a patient prompted for

physiotherapy

c. Acquire knowledge about the tools used for the transfer of these

patients

d. Demonstrate use of risk assessment and application of manual

handling guidelines

Content:

- Difficulties in transport of patients with orthopedic problems

- Difficulties in transport of patients with neurological problems

- Principles of safe transfer of patients

- Transportation - moving patients in bed

- Methods of patient transportation out of bed

- Lifting patients from the ground

- Equipment for patient transportation

Assessment




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MODULE EXERCISE: SAFETY AND IMPLEMENTATION II

C SEMESTER 6 HOURS (2 THEORY + 4 LABORATORY SESSIONS)

Module Description

The aim of this module is to obtain and develop skills in order to be able to

apply rehabilitation techniques in various neurological conditions.

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a. Demonstrate knowledge on the main characteristics of patients with

neurological problems

b. Describe the role of the physiotherapist in the management of complexneurological conditions

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c. Acquire knowledge about the tools used when implementing exercises

in patients with neurological problems and be informed on safety

issues so they can cooperate with the physiotherapist during the

rehabilitation program.

d. Safely and effectively apply physiotherapy techniques when treating

musculoskeletal disorders in people with neurological conditions

Content:

- Exercise physiology and safety principles

- Variations of needs of patients with pathology of the central and peripheral

nervous system

- Variations of needs of adult and child patients

- Means of exercise application to improve functionality

- Means of exercise application to reduce increased muscle tone

- Means of exercise application to improve walking

- Means of exercise application to improve balance


Assessment



Students have to pass the module in order to proceed to Year 2 of theprogramme

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MODULE TECHNOLOGY AND MAINTENANCE OF PHYSIOTHERAPY

LABORATORY


Module Description

The aim of this module is

a. To provide the student knowledge about electro physical modalities.

Indications, Contraindications and precautions: hotbaths, ultrasound,

hot and cold packs.

b. To enable trainees understand the operating characteristics of various

devices used in a physiotherapy laboratory.

c. To inform them on issues of safe operating limits of all devices in order

to proceed to all necessary maintenance.



a. demonstrate knowledge and skills on the main electrotherapeutic methods

under the guidance of a physiotherapist (Ultrasound, hot therapy modalities)

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b. apply the above knowledge in a safe and professional manner

c .demonstrate knowledge of understanding operating electrophysical

modalities.

Content:

- Operating principles of electrical and ultrasonic devices

- Operating principles of cold and hot packs

- Operating principles of thermal baths (paraffin baths, pressure-turbulent

bath)

- Operating principles of electromagnetic and LASER devices

- Equipment maintenance program

- Methods for measuring various types of radiation to ensure safe levels

- Preventing transmission of infections due to shared use of physiotherapy

equipment

Assessment



Students have to pass the module in order to graduate of the programme

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MODULE NATURAL TREATMENT METHODS


Module Description

The aim of this module is to provide the student with knowledge about electro

physical modalities. Indications, Contraindications and precautions: laser

electrotherapy, magnetotherapy, cold therapy modalities.



a. Describe the theories underpinning electro-physical techniques

b. Demonstrate knowledge and skills on the main electrotherapeutic methods

under the guidance of a physiotherapist (electrotherapy, Laser, Cryotherapy

modalities)

c. Safely and effectively apply electro-physical techniques to treat variousdisorders in a safe and professional manner

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Contents

Cryotherapy (cold packs, ice massage, sprays)

Electrotherapy (principles of physics, continuous - pulsed currents, electrical

muscle stimulation, TENS, interferential and diadynamic currents)

LASER

Magnetotherapy

Assessment

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final exam that covers the entire curriculum (50%). Students have to pass the

module in order to graduate of the programme.

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MODULE MASSAGE PRINCIPLES

C SEMESTER 4 HOURS (2 THEORY + 2 LABORATORY SESSION)

Module description

This module includes theoretical effects of massage as well as practical

application of massage techniques on different human organism systems

under the guidance of a physiotherapist.



a. Demonstrate an understanding of the concepts of massage therapy

techniques

b. Practice a selected range of massage therapy techniques

Content

Massage on:

a. disorders of the nervous system

b. disorders of the skeletal system

c. disorders of muscular system

WORKSHOP

Practical training on:

a. disorders of the nervous system

b. disorders of the skeletal system

c. disorders of muscular system

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Assessment


final exam that covers the entire curriculum (50%). Students have to pass themodule in order to graduate of the programme

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MODULE FIRST AID WRAP TREATMENT


Module Description

The module deals with first aid provision within the physiotherapy laboratory

and givesknowledge about the means used in wrap treatments in order to be

able to cooperate with the physiotherapist when giving first aid (The ABCD

assessment. Basic Life Support, CPR demonstration) as well as during wrap

treatment applications.


On successful completion of the module the student will be able to

a. Recognise critical conditions and emergencies

b. Apply first aid to various critical conditions (poisoning, fractures, fever,

hypothermia, heart attack.CPR, fainting, body injuries, bleeding, burns etc)

c.Apply Cardio-pulmonary Resuscitation

c. Recall Wrap treatment applications

Contents:

- Basic principles in First Aid examination of vital organs

- Basic principles of wrap treatments

- Bandages of different hardness and intermediate application materials

- Upper limb joint wrapping- Lower limb joint wrapping

Assessment



MODULE MOVEMENT,WALKING AND SELF-SERVICE EQUIPMENT

D SEMESTER 6 HOURS (2 THEORY + 4 LABORATORY SESSIONS)

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Module Description

The module introduces the students to the characteristics of patients withmotor/movement difficulties. It provides knowledge about the tools used totrain and facilitate movement in patients with motor difficulties, informstrainees about methods of self-facilitation/service of patients in order to beable to cooperate with physiotherapists in the implementation of rehabilitationprograms.

Summary of learning outcomes:


demonstrate knowledge of abnormal walking demonstrate knowledge of patholological movement of upper limbs use the various types of walking aid devices and orthotics

Content:

- Principles of pathological/abnormal walking

- Principles of pathological movement of upper limbs

- Use of various types of simple walking aid devices for independence of

patients (crutches, walking frames, walking parallel bars, wheelchairs)

- Use of prosthesis and orthotics on lower limbs

- Use of prosthesis and orthotics on upper limbs

- Use of spinal orthotics

- Modern walking aids (Treadmills)

- Self-service of patients

Assessment


final exam that covers the entire curriculum (50%).Students have to pass the

module in order to graduate.

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MODULE BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION OF PHYSIOTHERAPY

LABORATORY


Module Description

The module introduces the student to :

a. the organizational and administrative characteristics of a physiotherapy

laboratory.b. the role of other health professionals

c. the assessment process

d. patient management

e. the role of professional bodies



recognize legal and professional boundaries that impact on practice

demonstrate knowledge of the relationship between legislation, policies

and practice

demonstrate knowledge of data gathering for patient examination

define the concept of professionalism and the professional identity

appraise the effectiveness of multidisciplinary team, working and

interagency collaboration

demonstrate knowledge on communication methods with other health

professionals.

demonstrate knowledge on communication methods with the patients

interact with peers in various situations

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Content:

- Objectives and administrative organization of a physiotherapy laboratory

- Patients history record- patient assessment forms

- Organization and management of physiotherapy conventions- Handling of referrals of social insurance services

- Communication with other health professionals about the course - outcome

of the treatment or further monitoring/examination of patients

Assessment



Students have to pass the module in order to graduate.

MODULE MORAL ISSUES DURING PATIENT TREATMENT

D SEMESTER 3 HOURS THEORY

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Module Description

The module introducesthe student to the

characteristics of a treatment based on moral issues and under the

general social and professional interests.

principles of integrity, correct judgment and enable him/her to account

for the treatment of patients and at the same time respect all of the

patients rights, their dignity, needs and moral values of patients, in

collaboration with the physiotherapist.



demonstrate an awareness of ethical, social and cultural issues that

affect service delivery

analyze the various ways a clients needs may be addressed in a range

of clinical contexts

demonstrate an awareness of social and psychological issues in

relation to a patients choice and professional practice

Contents:

- Contribution to the provision of effective treatment while respecting the rights

of patients.- The provision of services regardless of race, religion, age, sex, social status

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and health status

- Correct explanation to patients or those accompanying them of the

effectiveness of treatments which are to follow and of all possible associated

risks

- Medical confidentiality

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MODULE EXERCISE: SAFETY AND IMPLEMENTATION III


Module Description

The module introduces the students to the characteristics and means of

implementing exercises in the water.



a. Demonstrate knowledge of water exercises

b. Evaluate in which groups of patients water exercises can be

implemented

c. Access information on all safety issues so they can work together with

the physiotherapists in the implementation of the water based

rehabilitation program

d. Apply therapeutic exercises in different pathological conditions

Content:- Water based exercise physiology and safety principles- Objectives of water based exercise

- Exercise in water for orthopedic disorders

- Exercise in water for rheumatological disorders

- Exercise in water for neurological disorders

- Exercise in water for cardiorespiratory disorders

- Exercise in water for people with disabilities/special needs

- Exercise in water for the elderly


Assessment

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MODULE NURSING

D SEMESTER 3 HOURS THEORY

Module Description

The module introduces characteristics and means of implementing

physiotherapy care in accordance with nursing principles in order to achieve

the optimum cooperation with the nursing staff under the guidance of a

physiotherapist.



Demonstrate knowledge of basic nursing procedures

Understand the role of nursing care

Understand the role of the physiotherapist in ICU

Contents

- Organization and management of nursing care in hospital enviroment

- Basic nursing procedures/methods

- Treatment-care, diagnostic means for nursing care

- Physiotherapy in Intensive Care Unit (ICU)

- Home care nursing

- Providing nursing care to patients with mobility problems (care difficulties,

mobilization methods).

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LABORATORY EQUIPMENT

Laboratory area specifications

Area of approximately 80m2 for every 28 trainees. The floor must be covered

with a thick carpet and trainees must take off their shoes before entering.

Anatomy maps Item 1

Ultrasound device Item 1

Electrotherapy device (incl. suction) (galvanic, faradic, TENS and

diadynamic currents)

Item 1

Traction device Item 1

Treatment beds (3 to 5 sections) Items 5Paraffin bath Item 1

Multi bar frame Item 1

Pulley system Item 1

Hot Cold packs Item 1

Electromagnetic fields Item 1

Various weights Items 10

Movable mirror Item 1

Orthopedic orthosis Items 3

Portable walking aids (Underarm elbow crutches) Items 2

Exercise bench Item 1

Exercise bars (metallic and flexible) Item 1Diathermy device (microwave and shortwave) Item 1

Ultraviolet and infrared apparatus Item 1

Portable TENS device Item 1

Examination beds (shared) Items 2

Turbulence pressure bath Item 1

Static Exercise Bicycle Item 1

Wheel Item 1

Equipment for pronesupine forearm placement and wrist flexion-

extension

Item 1

LASERdevice Item 1

Exercise mattresses (1x2 m) Items 3Moving screen Item 1

Electrical massage device Item 1

Treadmill Item 1

Exercise Balls (various sizes) Items 4

Abdominal bench Item 1

Lifting exercise frame/bars Items 2

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REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS FOR TEACHING STAFF

ENGLISH English Literature University lecturer

COMPUTER SKILLS University or Technological Educational Institute(T.E.I.) graduate in Information technology

ANATOMY-PHYSIOLOGYNOSOLOGYHYGIENE

Physiotherapist or Medical Doctor

ORTHOPAEDICS Orthopaedic medical doctor

RHEUMATOLOGY Rheumatogist medical doctor

SURGERY Surgeon medical doctor

PAEDIATRICS Paediatrician medical doctor

NEUROLOGY Neurologist medical doctor

GERIATRICS Physiotherapist

REHABILITATIONPSYCHOLOGY

Psychologist

- EXERCISE: SAFETY ANDIMPLEMENTATION I

- EXERCISE: SAFETY ANDIMPLEMENTATION II

- EXERCISE: SAFETY ANDIMPLEMENTATION III

- PATIENT MOBILIZATIONPRINCIPLES

-MOVEMENT,WALKING AND

SELF-SERVICE EQUIPMENT

- TECHNOLOGY ANDMAINTENANCE OFPHYSIOTHERAPYLABORATORY

- NATURAL TREATMENTMETHODS

- BUSINESS ADMINISTRATIONOF PHYSIOTHERAPYLABORATORY

- MORAL ISSUES DURINGPATIENT TREATMENT

Physiotherapist graduate from Technological

Educational Institute (T.E.I.), with 5 years

working experience in physiotherapy

NURSING University or Technological Educational Institute

(T.E.I.) graduates in Nursing, with 5 years of

practical working experience in the study area

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COURSE BIBLIOGRAPHY

MODULES BIBLIOGRAPHY

ENGLISH -Textbooks defined in accordance with other

specialties of the Health Professions-Aesthetics-Social Services Sector

-Christopoulou-Aletra E. (2000)Agliki Iatriki

Orologia gia fitites tis Iatrikis, English

medical terminology for Medical Students,

University Studio Press.

COMPUTER SKILLS - Textbooks defined in accordance with other

specialties of the Health Professions-

Aesthetics-Social Services Sector

ANATOMY-PHYSIOLOGY -Ellis H. (2000) Kliniki Anatimiki, ClinicalAnatomy, Publications Parisianos

-Berne RM, Levy MN (1999)Arhes

Fisiologias, Principles of Physiology, Crete

University Press

- Tsiligkiroglou - Fachantidou A. (1999) I

Anatomia tu Anthropinou Somatos, Anatomy

of the Human Body, University Studio Press.

NOSOLOGY Gardika K. (2000), Idiki Nosologia, Special

Nosology, Publications Parisianos.

ORTHOPAEDICS -Symeonidis P. (1997) Orthopediki-Kakosis

kai Pathisis tou Mioskeletikou sistimatos,

Orthopedic-injuries and Disorders of the

Musculoskeletal System, University Studio

Press.

- Stergioulas A. (1992) Travmatismi sta

Sport. Injuries in Sports. Publications

symmetry.

RHEUMATOLOGY Klieppel J, Dieppe P (2005), Vasiki Kliniki

Revmatologia, Basic Clinical Rheumatology,Paschalidis Medical Publications.

HYGIENE -Stathopoulos-GA (2006), Isagogi stin Igieni,

Introduction to Hygiene, Epikentro

Publications.

-Kanavakis-Em., Kekou-Liolitsa K. (2007),

Praktikos Odigos Kanonon Asfalias kai

Igienis se Bioiatriko Ergastiriako Xoro, A

Practical Guide to Occupational Safety and

Hygiene in Bio-Medical Laboratory Areas,

Paschalidis Medical Publications.

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REHABILITATION

PSYCHOLOGY

Potamianos G. (2005), Kliniki Psihologia kai

Protovathmia Iatriki Frontida, Clinical

Psychology and Primary Medical Care,

Libanis Publications.

SURGERY Papadimitriou I.D. (2000), Sihroni GenikiHirourgiki, Modern General Surgery,

Parisianos Publications.

PAEDIATRICS Lagos P, Antoniades S. (1992), Vasiki

Pediatriki, Essential Pediatrics, Paschalidis

Medical Publications.

NEUROLOGY Papageorgiou Ev. (1991), Nevrologia,

Neurology, Paschalidis Medical Publications.

GERIATRICS Hanioti F (1989), Giriatriki, Geriatrics, Litsas

Medical Publications.

EXERCISE: SAFETY AND

IMPLEMENTATION I

-Hislop HJ, Montgomery J (2000), Elenhos

tis Miikis Litourgikis Ikanotitas, Assessment

of Muscle Functional Ability, Parisianos

Publications.

- Kisner C., Colby L.A. (1996), Therapeftikes

Askisis kai Tehnikes, 'Therapeutic Exercises

and Techniques, Siokis Medical

Publications.

-Malone T., McPoil T., Nitz A.J. (1997),Orthopedic and Sports Physical Therapy,

Mosby.

PATIENT MOBILIZATION

PRINCIPLES

Ruszala S., Fletcher B., Fray M., Alexander

P. (2003), Evidence-Based Patient

Handling: Techniques and Equipment,

Routledge.


IMPLEMENTATION II

Carr J., Sheperd R. (2004), Nevrologiki

Apokatastasi, Neurological Rehabilitation,


TECHNOLOGY AND

MAINTENANCE OF

PHYSIOTHERAPY

LABORATORY

Giokaris P. (2007), Kliniki Ilektrotherapia,

Clinical Electrotherapy.

NATURAL TREATMENT

METHODS

- Giokaris P. (2007), Kliniki Ilektrotherapia,

Clinical Electrotherapy.

- El. Fragkoraptis, Efarmosmeni

IIlektrotherapia, Applied Electrotherapy,

Salto Publications.MASSAGE PRINCIPLES Sfetsioris D. (2003), Therapeftiki Malaksi,

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Therapeutic Massage, Siokis Medical

Publications.

FIRST AID WRAP

TREATMENT

-Flegel M.J. (2007), Protes Voithies gia

Athlites, First Aid for Athletes, Paschalidis

Medical Publications.-McNab C. (2004), Protes voithes epiviosis,

First Aid for Survival, Vasdekis Publications.

MOVEMENT,WALKING AND

SELF-SERVICE EQUIPMENT

Baxendale K.M., kelsall A.D. (1996) Walking

and Standing Aids (Equipment for Disabled

People). Disability Information Trust.

BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION

OF PHYSIOTHERAPY

LABORATORY

-Litourgiko Management, Operational

Management(2007), Ellin Publications.

-Alexandris K. (2006), Arhes management

kai marketing organismon kai epihiriseonorganismou kai anapsihis, Principles of

Management and Marketing for Sports and

Recreational Business Organizations,

Christodoulides Publications.

MORAL ISSUES DURING

PATIENT TREATMENT

Koutselinis AS (1999), Vasikes arhes

bioithikis, iatrikis deontologias kai iatrikis

efthinis, Basic Principles of Bioethics,

Medical Ethics and Medical Responsibility,



IMPLEMENTATION III

Bates A., Hanson N. (2000), Therapeftiki

askisi sto nero, Therapeutic Exercise inside

water, Parisianos Publications.

NURSING Carol T., LeMone P., Lillis C. (2006),Themeliodis arxes tis nosileftikis, BasicPrinciples of Nursing, Paschalidis MedicalPublications.

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