Information Package

Program of Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation (Turkish)

FTR307

YOGA AND PILATES FOR PHYSIOTHERAPISTS

Course Code
FTR307
Semester
-
Theory+Practice
3 + 0
ECTS
3
Course TypeElective Course
Course LevelBachelor's Degree
Year of Study-
Semester-
ECTS3
Name of Lecturer(s)
Learning Outcomes

At the end of this course, the students;

  1. Students can explain Yoga and Pilates methods and their philosophy.
  2. Knows and manages the composition of the yoga or Pilates session.
  3. Can define Yoga or Pilates methods in different clinical situations and relates them to physiotherapy.
Mode of DeliveryFace to face
PrerequisitesNo
Recommended Optional Programme ComponentsNone
Course DescriptionIn this course, the concepts of Yoga and Pilates, the philosophy of these methods and their application techniques are discussed. It aims to gain knowledge and skills about the effects and applications of Yoga and Pilates methods in different disease groups.
Course Contents
WEEK TOPICS
1st Week Definition of yoga
2nd Week Philosophy of yoga
3rd Week The contribution of yoga practices to personality development
4th Week Relaxation techniques (sudden, fast, deep relaxation technique), breathing exercises
5th Week Content and duration of the yoga session
6th Week Postures (Asanas)
7th Week Concentration and meditation techniques, cyclic meditation
8th Week Midterm- General review
9th Week Sample yoga sessions on different clinical problems
10th Week Description and history of Pilates exercises
11th Week Basic principles of the Pilates method
12th Week Pilates method on the mat
13th Week Instrumental Pilates method
14th Week Pilates applications in different clinical problems
15th Week General review
Recommended or Required Reading1. Ülger Ö, Vardar Yağlı N. Yoga. In: Fizyoterapi ve Rehabilitasyon, Cilt 1. Ankara: Hipokrat Kitapevi, 2016.
2. Baltacı G. Rehabilitasyon için Pilates. Ankara: Hipokrat Kitabevi, 2020.
Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
  • Lecture
  • Discussion
  • Practice
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Quantity Percentage (%)
Mid-term 1 40
Total(%) 40
Contribution of In-term Studies to Overall Grade(%) 40
Contribution of Final Examination to Overall Grade(%) 60
Total(%) 100
ECTS Allocated Based on Student Workload
Activities Quantity Duration (Hour) Total Workload (Hour)
Midterm exam 1 1 1
Preparation for Quiz
Individual or group work 14 1 14
Preparation for Final exam 1 18 18
Course hours 14 3 42
Preparation for Midterm exam 1 14 14
Laboratory (including preparation)
Final exam 1 1 1
Homework
Total Work Load90
Total Work Load / 30 (h)3
ECTS Credit of the Course3
Language of InstructionTurkish
Work Placement(s)No
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K3 X X X
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