COURSE INTRODUCTION AND APPLICATION INFORMATION

Course Name
Massage Techniques
Code
Semester
Theory
(hour/week)
Application/Lab
(hour/week)
Local Credits
ECTS
FYT 104
Spring
2
4
4
5
Prerequisites
None
Course Language
Turkish
Course Type
Required
Course Level
-
Mode of Delivery -
Teaching Methods and Techniques of the Course
Course Coordinator
Course Lecturer(s)
Assistant(s) -
Course Objectives In this course, students will learn general principles, effects and methods of the massage.
Learning Outcomes The students who succeeded in this course;
  • Explain the mechanica and physiological effects of massage
  • be able to apply the classical massage techniques.
  • Explain the indications and contraindications of classical massage .
  • know the mechanics of the body for massage treatments and will be able to apply
  • be able to sortout the general principles of massage treatments
Course Description The course of the semester is defined as follows; The general principles of massage treatments , preparation for massage, body mechanics of massage treatments , Massage movements, Massage equipment and treatment environment , Classical massage treatments , Lower extremity massage, Upper extremity massage, Back massage , Abdominal massage, Face massage. In the application course, the students apply classical massage techniques with proper clothes.
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Course Category

 Core Courses
Major Area Courses
X
Supportive Courses
Media and Managment Skills Courses
Transferable Skill Courses

 

WEEKLY SUBJECTS AND RELATED PREPARATION STUDIES

Week Subjects Required Materials
1 The definition and historical development of Massage Prof. Dr.İnci Yüksel, massage techniques, alp publisher, page: 15-21
2 Effects of Massage Prof. Dr.İnci Yüksel, massage techniques, alp publisher, page: 22-34
3 Use of Massage,indications and contraindications Prof. Dr. İnci Yüksel, massage techniques, alp publisher, page: 47-50
4 The general principles of massage treatments , preparation for massage Prof. Dr. İnci Yüksel, massage techniques, alp publisher, page: 53-65
5 Classic massage techniques and massage movements Prof. Dr. İnci Yüksel, massage techniques, alp publisher, page: 67-82
6 Lower extremity massage Prof. Dr. İnci Yüksel, massage techniques, alp publisher, page: 82-94
7 Foot and ankle massage Prof. Dr. İnci Yüksel, massage techniques, alp publisher, page: 94-101
8 midterm exam Prof. Dr. İnci Yüksel, massage techniques, alp publisher
9 Upper extremity massage Prof. Dr. İnci Yüksel, massage techniques, alp publisher, page: 101-114
10 Hand - wrist massage Prof. Dr. İnci Yüksel, massage techniques, alp publisher, page: 114-118
11 Back massage Prof. Dr. İnci Yüksel, massage techniques, alp publisher, page: 118-138
12 Abdominal massage Prof. Dr. İnci Yüksel, massage techniques, alp publisher, page: 138-142
13 Facial massage Prof. Dr. İnci Yüksel, massage techniques, alp publisher, page: 142-148
14 An overview Prof. Dr. İnci Yüksel, massage techniques, alp publisher
15 final exam Prof. Dr. İnci Yüksel, massage techniques, alp publisher
16 Review of the Semester  
Course Notes/Textbooks Prof. Dr. İnci Yüksel. Masaj Teknikleri. Seçkin Kitabevi, 2013
Suggested Readings/Materials Oğuz Kanbir. Klasik Masaj. Seçkin Kitabevi, 2008; Klasik Masaj Teknikleri. Milli Eğitim Bakanlığı, Ankara, 2007

 

EVALUATION SYSTEM

Semester Activities Number Weigthing
Participation
1
5
Laboratory / Application
Field Work
Quizzes / Studio Critiques
Portfolio
Homework / Assignments
5
20
Presentation / Jury
Project
Seminar / Workshop
Oral Exam
Midterm
1
30
Final Exam
1
45
Total

Weighting of Semester Activities on the Final Grade
7
55
Weighting of End-of-Semester Activities on the Final Grade
1
45
Total

ECTS / WORKLOAD TABLE

Semester Activities Number Duration (Hours) Workload
Course Hours
(Including exam week: 16 x total hours)
16
2
32
Laboratory / Application Hours
(Including exam week: 16 x total hours)
16
4
Study Hours Out of Class
15
1
15
Field Work
Quizzes / Studio Critiques
Portfolio
Homework / Assignments
5
2
Presentation / Jury
Project
Seminar / Workshop
Oral Exam
Midterms
1
12
Final Exams
1
12
    Total
145

 

COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES AND PROGRAM QUALIFICATIONS RELATIONSHIP

#
 Program Competencies/Outcomes
* Contribution Level
1
2
3
4
5
1

To have the required contemporary theoretical and practical knowledge in his/her field

 X
2

To use the material and technology related to his/her field, and make their maintenance, use the information and communication technologies at basic level

 X
3

To have the competency to recognize the problems in his/her field, analyze them, develop evidence-based solutions and have the ability to share their suggestions with others

 X
4

To be aware of legal responsibilities, conduct basic studies in her/his field independently

 X
5

To communicate with patients, relatives and colleagues properly, comprehensively, honestly and explicitly, transfer his/her thoughts and knowledge through written and oral communication

 X
6

To take responsibility as an active team member during the practices in his/her field

 X
7

To commentate and evaluate the scientific information with a critical approach by the help of knowledge gained in his/her field

 X
8

To comprehend the importance of lifelong learning, to determine and meet her/his learning needs, to develop herself/himself by monitoring the development in science and technology

 X
9

To act by considering the universal ethical values, social and cultural characteristics

 X
10

To know the concepts of occupational safety, patient safety, environmental protection and quality, and fulfill the requirements

 X
11

To be able to follow information in his field and communicate with colleagues in English at least a level of European Language Portfolio A2 General Level

 X
12

To know the legal aspects of the field of physiotherapy, and work within this framework

 X
13

To determine the needs of the induviduals under their responsibility and carry out activities for development

 X

*1 Lowest, 2 Low, 3 Average, 4 High, 5 Highest