GURU KASHI UNIVERSITY, TALWANDI SABO
Diploma in Physiotherapy (D.P.T.)
Semester – I
Subject Name: Anatomy
Subject Code: 707101
Paper-I
Credits: 5+1 L T P
5 0 2
o Introduction- Define anatomy, subdivisions, descriptive terms
o Skeleton system-
Ø Bones- Definition, classification, gross structure, parts of a young bone, blood and nerve supply of bones
Ø Cartilage
Ø Joints- Definition, classification
o Muscular system- Definition, types, actions
o Digestive system- Anatomy, of gastro intestinal tract
o Respiratory system- Anatomy of upper and lower respiratory tract
o Nervous system- Structure and function of these organs
o Blood vascular system- Arteries, capillaries, veins, lymphatic system, and heart
o Excretory system- Structure and function of these organs
o Skin and fascia
o Connective tissues, ligaments
Practical:
Subject Name: Anatomy lab
Subject Code: 707105
Paper-V
· To study bones of the human body
· Use of models like the liver, kidney, stomach, heart
To study the various classifications of joints
Reference:
· Anatomy and Physiology for Physiotherapist- Inderbir Singh- Jaypee Publishers
· B.D chaurasia, Handbook of general anatomy- CBS publishers and distributors
Semester – I
Subject Name: Biology
Subject Code: 707102
Paper-II
Credits: 5+1 L T P
5 0 2
1. Living and non living things
2. Biological classification
Plant kingdom salient features and classification of plants
Animal kingdom salient features and classification of animals
3. Cell the unit of life plant cell and animal cell
4. Tissues plant tissue animal tissue
5. Microorganism – mold, yeast and bacteria and their characteristic
6. Chemical constituents of living cells carbohydrates, lipids, nucleic, enzymes, types, properties, enzyme action.
7. Cell cycle and cell division- cell cycle, mitosis and their significance.
8. Plant physiology- transport in plant, transport of food,
9. Mineral nutrition- essential minerals, macro and micronutrients and their role deficiency symptoms mineral toxicity
10. Photosynthesis- site of photosynthesis, pigment involved in photosynthesis (elementary idea) factors affecting photosynthesis.
11. Plant- growth and development- seed germination phases of growth sequence of developmental processes in a plant cell growth regulators-auxin, gibberellin cytokinin, ethylene, ABA,
12. Human physiology- Digestion and absorption- Alimentary canal absorption and assimilation of proteins, carbohydrates and fats, nutritional and digestive disorders- PEM indigestion, constipation, vomiting, jaundice, diarrhoea.
13. Breating and exchange of Gases- respiratory organs in animals (recall only) respiratory system in human mechanism of breathing disorders related to respiration asthma emphysema, occupational respiratory disorders.
14. Body fluids and Circulation: Composition of blood, blood groups, coagulation of blood human circulatory system-Structure of human heart cardiac cycl, ECG: disorders of circulatory system- - hypertension, coronary artery disease, angina pectoris, and heart failure.
15. Excretory and their elimination human excretory system- structure and function disorders- uraemia, renal failure, renal calculi, nephritis, dialysis and artificial kidney.
16. Locomotion and Movement-types of movement-ciliary, flagellar, muscular, joints, disorders of muscular and skeletal system-myasthenia gravis, tetany, muscular dystrophy, arthritis, osteoporosis, gout.
17. Neuron and nerves: nervous system in humans’ reflex action, sensory perception.
18. Chemical coordination and Integration – endocrine glands and hormones human endocrine system-(elementary Idea) related disorders, dwarfism acromegaly cretinism, goiter, exophthalmia goitre, diabetes, Addison’s disease
Practical-
Subject Name: Biology lab
Subject Code: 707106
Paper-VI
· Preparation of slides-
Plant stem
Fungus or algae
Bacteria- curd- microscopic view
· Prepare a model of theoretical topics
· Blood group and haemoglobin test
· Photosynthesis
· Flower and flowering parts
· Practical knowledge of ECG (Normal & Deflection)
· Use of heart rate monitor
· Visit to a hospital and physiotherapy unit
Reference:
Singh, Pandy, Jain, “Fundamental of botany”
OP Dyama “Botany”
OP Seksena “Biology”
Semester – I
Subject Name: Physiology
Subject Code: 707103
Paper-III
Credits: 5+1 L T P
5 0 2
o Introduction-Outline of basic concepts of structure and function of a cell, membrane potential
o Blood and circulatory system- Constituents of blood and their function- blood groups and Blood transfusion, clotting of blood, the structure of the heart- properties of the heart muscle, Circulation of blood, cardiac cycle, blood pressure, lymph and lymphatic circulation, cardiac Output
o Respiratory system- The respiratory passage- the lungs and their structure and exchange of Gases in the lungs, mechanism of respiration, lung capacity, tidal volume
o Digestive system- Structure and functions of digestive system, digestive organs, metabolism
o Nervous system- Function of the autonomic nervous system and central nervous system, Reflex action
o Excretory system- Structure and functions of the kidneys and the skin
o Sense organ- A brief outline of the structure and functions of the eye and ear
o Nerve muscle physiology- A brief outline about nerve muscle physiology
Practical
Subject Name: Physiology lab
Subject Code: 707107
Paper-VII
o How to check the following
o Pulse
o Blood pressure
o Normal heart rate
o Respiration- Check the vital capacity and use of spirometer
o Demonstration of reflex action
o Blood test to determine hemoglobin
Reference:
· Anatomy and Physiology for Physiotherapist- Inderbir Singh- Jaypee publishers
· Concise Practical Physiology- AK Jain- Arya publications
Semester – I
Subject Name: English
Subject Code: 707104
Paper-IV
Credits: 4 L T P
4 0 0
1. Tense
2. Articles
3. Determiners
4. Preposition
5. Voice,
6. Narration
o Paragraph writing
o Letter writing
o Resume writing
o Email writing
o Notice writing
o Advertisement writing
Reference:
· Oxford practice grammar
Semester – II
Subject Name: Biochemistry
Subject Code: 707201
Paper-I
Credits: 5 L T P
5 0 0
o Cell- Morphology, structure and kinetics of cell, cell membrane, nucleus, chromatin, Mitochondria, endoplasmic reticulum, ribosome’s
o Carbohydrates- Definition, functions, sources, classifications, monosaccharide’s, Disaccharides, polysaccharides, mucopolysaccharides and its importance.
o Lipids- Definition, function, sources, classification, simple lipid, compound lipid, derived lipid, Unsaturated and saturated fatty acid. Essential fatty acids and their importance Blood lipids and their implications, cholesterol and its importance
o Proteins- Definition, sources, kinetics, classification, simple protein, conjugated protein,
Derived proteins, properties and varieties of proteins
o Nucleic acid- Structure and function of DNA and RNA, nucleosides, nucleotides, genetic code, biologically important nucleotides
o Enzymes- Definitions, classification, mode of action, factors affecting enzyme action, clinical Importance of enzyme
o Vitamins- Classification, fat soluble vitamins, water soluble vitamins, daily requirements, Physiological functions and diseases of vitamin deficiency
Reference:
· Medical Biochemistry for Physiotherapy students- Harpreet Kaur, Jagmohan Singh- Jaypee publishers
· Concept of Biochemistry for physiotherapy- S.P Singh- CBS publishers
Semester – II
Subject Name: Biomechanics
Subject Code: 707202
Paper-II
Credits: 5+2 L T P
5 0 4
o Introduction to mechanics including motion, forces, parallel force system
o Newton’s law of motion, concurrent force systems- composition forces, muscle action line etc
o Centre of gravity, line of gravity, stability and equilibrium
o Introduction to bio-mechanics and terminology
o Basic principle of joint design and a human joint
o Tissues present in human joint including fibrous tissue, bone cartilage and connective tissue
o Classification of joints
o Joint function, kinematics chains and range of motion
o Muscle structure and function
Ø Mobility and stability functions of muscle
Ø Elements of muscle structure and its properties
Ø Types of muscle contractions and muscle work
Ø Classification of muscles and their functions
Ø Group action of muscles, co-ordinate movement
o Posture- Definition, factors responsible for posture, relationship of gravity on posture
o Posture imbalance- factors responsible for imbalance in static and dynamic positions including ergonomics
Practical-
Subject Name: Biomechanics lab
Subject Code: 707205
Paper-V
o To study the effects of forces on objects
o To find out the C.G of an object
o To identify axis and planes of motion at the joints
o To study the different types of muscle contraction, muscle work, group action of muscles of co-ordinate movements
o Analysis of normal posture
Reference
· Textbook of Biomechanics- Arunjit/ Pritpal (S.Vikas and company publishers)
Semester – II
Subject Name: Kinesiology
Subject Code: 707203
Paper-III
Credits: 5+2 L T P
5 0 4
1. Introduction: Definition of Kinesiology, need in physiotherapy.
2. Skeleton system and human movement, skeleton muscles and structural classification, directional terminology for muscles attachment.
3. Types of muscular contraction: (isotonic, isometric, is kinetic). Axis and planes of movement, line of pull. Role of Muscles (Agonists, Antagonist, stabilizer, Neutralizer).
4. Fundamental Movement of the major segment body.
5. Structural classification of Muscles.
6. Shoulder girdle and hip joint: moment and description of muscles.
7. Elbow joint and knee joint: moment and description of muscles.
8. Wrist joint and ankle joint: moment and description of muscles.
Practical
Subject Name: Kinesiology lab
Subject Code: 707206
Paper-VI
1. Examination of body joints-degree of Movement, type of movement, abnormal movement, deformities.
2. Examination of urine, physical, chemical, microscopic.
3. Marking of bones for insertion and origin of skeletal muscle.
4. Various efficiencies tests: vital capacity, breath holding test, expiratory force test and persistence test.
5. Various Cordial Efficiency Tests:
(i) Heart at Rest
(ii) Blood Pressure at rest and during exercise.
Reference
· RASCH & Burke: Kinesiology and applied anatomy, 1973
· Cooper & Glassow: Kinesiology, 1963
· Jenson & Schultz: Applied kinesiology
· Miller & Morehouse: Physiology of exercise, 1976
· Astrand and Rodahl: Textbook of work physiology, 1970
· Karpovich: Activity, 1971
Semester – II
Subject Name: Sociology
Subject Code: 707204
Paper-IV
Credits: 4 L T P
4 0 0
o Sociology: definition, nature and scope
o Social Structure: Definition characteristics and types
o Society: definition, characteristics type.
o Community and association:
o Social norms and values:
o Socialization: definition, process, stages and agencies.
o Culture: definition, characteristics and types
o Culture log
o Assimilation
o Acculturation: definition.
Reference
· Textbook of sociology- Neelam Kumari/ Madhu (S.Vikas and company) publishers Jalandhar
Semester – III
Subject Name: Electrotherapy-I
Subject Code: 707301
Paper-I
Credits: 5+2 L T P
5 0 4
· Low frequency currents
Ø EMS- Electrical stimuli and normal behavior of nerve and muscle tissue
Ø Types of lesions and development of reaction of degeneration
Ø Faradic- Intermittent direct current test
· TENS ( Transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation)- Definition, Indication and contraindication
· Superficial heat-
Ø Paraffin wax bath- Definition, Indication and contraindication
Ø Hydro collator- Definition, Indication and contraindication
· Infrared rays- Definition, Indication and Contraindication
· IFT ( Interferential Therapy)- Definition, Indication and contraindication
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Practical
Subject Name: Electrotherapy-I lab
Subject Code: 707305
Paper-V
· To study a hydro collator unit its operations and therapeutic application of hot packs region wise
· To study the various types of infrared lamps and their application to body region wise
· To study a paraffin wax bath unit, its operation and different methods of application
· To study a TENS stimulators, its operation and application region wise
· To study a IFT, its operation and application region wise
· To locate and stimulate different motor points region wise, including upper, lower limb and trunk
Reference
· Textbook of Electrotherapy- Jagmohan Singh- Jaypee publishers
Semester – III
Subject Name: Exercise Therapy -I
Subject Code: 707302
Paper-II
Credits: 5+1 L T P
5 0 2
o Introduction to exercise therapy- principle, techniques and general areas of its application, assessment and its importance
o Description of fundamental starting positions and derive position including joint positions, muscle work, stability, effects and uses
o Introduction to movements including analysis of joint motion, muscle work, and neuro muscular coordination
o Classification of movements- Describe the types, technique of application, indications, contraindication, effects and uses of the following
Ø Active movement
Ø Passive movement
Ø Active assisted movement
Ø Resisted movement
o Goniometry- Principle, techniques and applications
Testing position, procedure and measurement of ROM of the joints of upper, lower limbs and trunk
o Therapeutic massage- History, various types of soft tissue manipulation techniques
Physiological effects of soft tissue manipulation
Classify, define and describe- effleurage, stroking, kneading, petrissage, deep friction, vibration and shaking etc
Preparation of patient, effects, uses, indications and contraindications
o Therapeutic Gymnasium- Static cycle, Pulley, Wheel, Quadriceps chair, CPM, Ankle and heel exerciser, Physio balls, Weight cuffs
Practical-
Subject Name: Exercise Therapy-I lab
Subject Code: 707306
Paper-VI
o To practice all the soft tissue manipulative techniques region wise- upper, lower, neck, back etc
o To practice the measurement of ROM of joints- upper, lower limbs and trunk
o To study the position of joints in various fundamental and derived positions
o To study the stability in various fundamental and derived positions
o To study the muscle work of various fundamental and derived positions
o To study the various therapeutic Gymnasium equipments
o To practice all the Active and Passive movements region wise
Reference
· Textbook of Therapeutic Exercise Therapy- Narayanan. S Lakshmi (2005)
Semester – III
Subject Name: First aid and its management
Subject Code: 707303
Paper-III
Credits: 5 L T P
5 0 0
o First Aid
o Biomedical waste Management
o ICU Management
o PT Management of burns
Semester – III
Subject Name: Computer Application
Subject Code: 707304
Paper-IV
Credits: 4+1 L T P
4 0 2
· Introducing the personal computer- what is computer, applications of computer in education, benefits and limitations of computers, parts of a PC, the input process output cycle, input devices, output devices, processing devices, storage
· Introduction to Microsoft windows XP- software and data, windows desktop
Getting started with Microsoft windows XP- using the start menu, changing settings, using applications in windows, shutting down windows