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Bachelor of Physiotherapy (BPT)

BPT or Bachelor of Physiotherapy is a 4 year 6 months undergraduate course, including compulsory 6 months of clinical internship. Physiotherapy involves the science of physical movement aimed at rehabilitation, prevention of diseases and disability.

Aims of Physiotherapy

Relieving and treating pains
Maintaining or improving of mobility of joints
Maintaining and increasing the strength of muscles
Re-educating muscles
Correction of posture
Preventing contracture and deformity
Healing of wound and ulcer etc
Maintain and improving coordination
To give advice related to physical work
Suggestion for general health of the body
Facilitating motor function
Facilitating normal
Increasing vital capacity to maintain general body function

AFFILIATION

Affiliated to Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences

Recognized by Government of Karnataka

DURATION

4 years, 6 months

ELIGIBILITY

Refer the admission section for more details

Scope for Bachelor of Physiotherapy

Higher studies: The completion of the bachelors’ degree course in physiotherapy opens up multiple avenues for further The undergraduate students are eligible for Masters in Physiotherapy in India abroad countries like UK, Australia and New Zealand. They are also eligible to do Doctorate in Physiotherapy in USA, India and other Countries. Apart from this students can also pursue studies in varied streams like MSc Anatomy, Physiology, Post Graduate diploma in sports sciences, Hospital Administration etc.
Job Prospects: In India first contact practice and referral practice is possible in The investment needed to set up a basic physiotherapy clinic is meager but has a very huge potential which would enable the professional to lead a successful life.
It has become a part and parcel of any hospital to have a full fledged physiotherapy department opening up many job vacancies both as clinical physiotherapists and as academic
As fitness nowadays is not a partial statement but a serious pursuit for many Instead of going for non professional and not scientific methods of training, people are aware that physiotherapist can give tailor made fitness programs to cater to their requirements.
The course conducted in this college is recognized by various international credentialing agencies, which makes the students considered competent to work in overseas Physiotherapists from India have already created a niche for themselves through quality services and academic excellence globally. There is tremendous opening for Indian therapist to work in developed nations like the USA, UK, Ireland, Australia, New Zealand, Singapore and Middle East countries.

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Year-wise Subjects

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Year 4

Anatomy

Histology
Embryology
Regional Anatomy:
- Thorax: CardioVascular System
- Respiratory system
- Abdomen
- Pelvis
- Endocrine glands
Musculo Skeletal Anatomy :
- Anatomical positions of body, axes, planes, common anatomical terminologies
- Connective tissue
- Bones
- Joints
- Muscles
- Upper Extremity
- Lower Extremity
- Trunk & Pelvis
- Head and Neck
Neuro Anatomy:
- The organisation of the Central Nervous system
- Cranial nerves
- Peripheral nervous system
- Central Nervous system

Physiology

General Physiology
Blood
Nerve Muscle Physiology
Cardiovascular System
Respiratory System
Digestive System
Renal System
Endocrine System
Reproductive System
Special Senses
Nervous System

Biochemistry

Nutrition
Carbohydrate Chemistry
Lipid Chemistry
Amino-acid Chemistry
Enzymes
Nucleotide and Nucleic acid Chemistry
Digestion and Absorption
Carbohydrate Metabolism
Lipid Metabolism
Amino acid and Protein Metabolism
Vitamins
Mineral Metabolism
Cell Biology
Muscle Contraction
Biochemistry of Connective tissue
Hormone Action
Acid-Base balance
Water balance
Electrolyte balance
Clinical Biochemistry

Biomechanics

Basic Concepts in Biomechanics: Kinematics and Kinetics
Joint Structure and Function
Muscle structure and function
Biomechanics of the Thorax and Chest wall
The Tempero-mandibular Joint
Biomechanics of the vertebral column
Biomechanics of the peripheral joints
Analysis of Posture and Gait
Movement Analysis
Goniometry
Walking Aids

Psychology

Introduction to Psychology
Growth and Development
Sensation, attention and perception
Motivation
Frustration and conflict
Emotions
Intelligence
Thinking
Learning
Personality
Social psychology

Sociology

Introduction
Social Factors in Health and disease situations
Socialization
Social Groups
Family
Community
Culture and Health
Social change
Social Problems of disabled
Social Security
Social worker

Pathology

General Pathology:
- Introduction to Pathology
- Cell injuries
- Inflammation and Repair
- Immunopathology
- Infectious diseases
- Circulatory Disturbances
- Growth Disturbances and Neoplasia
- Nutritional Disorders
- Genetic Disorders
Systemic pathology:
- Hematology
- Respiratory System
- Cardiovascular Pathology
- Alimentary tract
- Hepato – biliary pathology
- Lymphatic System
- Musculoskeletal System
- Endocrine pathology
- Neuropathology
- Dermatopathology

Microbiology

General Microbiology
Immunology
Bacteriology
General Virology
Mycology
Clinical/Applied Microbiology

Pharmacology

General Pharmacology
Autonomic Nervous system
Cardiovascular Pharmacology
Neuropharmacology
Disorders of Movement
Inflammatory/Immune Diseases
Digestion and Metabolism
Geriatrics

Exercise Therapy

Introduction to Exercise Therapy
Methods of Testing:
- Functional tests
- Measurement of Joint range
- Tests for neuromuscular efficiency
- Tests for Co-ordination
Relaxation
Passive Movements
Active Movements
Specific exercise regimens
Physiology of muscle performance
Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation
Suspension Therapy
Functional Re-education
Aerobic Exercise
Stretching
Manual Therapy & Peripheral Joint Mobilization
Balance
Co-ordination Exercise
Posture
Walking Aids
Massage
Hydrotherapy
Individual and Group Exercises
Introduction to Yoga

Electrotherapy

Introductory Physics:
- Electricity
- Static electricity
- Current Electricity
- Magnetism
- Valves, transformers
- Ionization
Therapeutic Electricity:
Low-frequency Currents:
- Basic types of current
- Types of Current used in Therapeutics
- Faradic Current
- Galvanic Current
- Sinusoidal Current & Diadynamic Current
- HVPGS
- Ionization / Iontophoresis
- Cathodal / Anodal galvanism
- Micro Current & Macro Current
- Types of Electrical Stimulators
- Principles of Application
- Nerve Muscle Physiology
- TENS
- Pain
Electro-diagnosis:
- FG Test
- SD Curve
- Nerve conduction velocity studies
- EMG
- Bio-feedback
Medium Frequency:
- Interferential Therapy
- Russian Current
- Rebox type Current
Thermo & Actinotherapy (High-Frequency Currents):
- Electro-Magnetic Spectrum
- SWD
- Pulsed Electro-Magnetic Energy
- MicroWave Diathermy
- Ultrasound
- IRR
- UVR
- LASER
Superficial heating Modalities:
- Wax Therapy
- Contrast Bath
- Moist Heat Therapy
- Cyclotherm
- Fluidotherapy
- Whirl Pool Bath
- Magnetic Stimulation
- Cryotherapy

General Medicine

Infection
Poisoning
Food and Nutrition
Endocrine diseases
Diseases of the blood
Diseases of the digestive system
Cardiovascular Disease
Respiratory Disease
Diseases of the Skin
Paediatrics
Psychiatric Disorders

General Surgery

Fluid, Electrolyte and Acid-Base disturbances
Reasons for Surgery
Thoracic Trauma situations
Surgical Oncology
Disorders of the Chest Wall, Lung and Mediastinum
Disorders of the Heart
Thoracic surgeries
Diseases of the Arteries and Veins
Common operations
Burn
Women’s Health
ENT
Ophthalmology

Orthopedics & Traumatology

Introduction
Traumatology
Fractures and Dislocations of Upper Limb
Fracture of Spine
Fractures and Dislocations of Lower Limb
Soft Tissue Injuries
Hand Injuries
Amputations
Traumatic Spinal Cord Injuries
Deformities
The disease of Bones and Joints
inflammatory and Degenerative Conditions
Syndromes
Neuromuscular Disorders
Cervical and Lumbar Pathology
Orthopaedic Surgeries
Regional Conditions

Musculoskeletal & Sports Physiotherapy

PT assessment for Orthopedic conditions
Fractures
Specific fractures and dislocations
Selection and application of physiotherapeutic techniques, maneuver’s
Schools of thought in manual therapy
Degenerative and Inflammatory conditions
Infective conditions
Postural abnormalities of spinal column
Deformities
Cerebral palsy
Poliomyelitis
Leprosy
Amputations
Spinal conditions
Spinal traction
Osteoporosis
Orthopedic surgeries
Shoulder joint
Elbow and forearm
Wrist and Hand
Hip
Knee
Ankle and foot
Introduction to Bio-Engineering
Sports Physiotherapy
Applied Yoga in orthopaedic conditions

Cardio-Respiratory & General Physiotherapy

Anatomical and Physiological differences between the Adult and Pediatric lung
Bedside assessment of the patient -Adult & Pediatric
Investigations and tests
Physiotherapy techniques to increase lung volume
Physiotherapy techniques to decrease the work of breathing
Physiotherapy techniques to clear secretions
Drug therapy
Management of wound ulcers
Physiotherapy in dermatology
Neonatal and Pediatric Physiotherapy
Physiotherapy in Obstructive lung conditions
Physiotherapy in Restrictive lung conditions
Management of breathlessness
Pulmonary Rehabilitation
Physiotherapy following Lung surgeries
Respiratory failure – Oxygen Therapy and Mechanical Ventilation
Introduction to ICU
Burns management
Physiotherapy management following cardiac surgeries
Cardiac Rehabilitation
Physiotherapy management following PVD
Abdominal Surgeries
Management of Amputations following Diabetes, PVD
Prosthesis in amputations of lower limbs following ulcers and gangrenes
Physiotherapy intervention in the management of Medical, Surgical and Radiation Oncology Cases
Home program and education of family members in patient care
Physiotherapy in Obstetrics
Treatment, Response to exercise and Implications of Physiotherapy in the following disease conditions
Health Fitness and Promotion
Applied Yoga in Cardio-respiratory conditions

Neurology & Neurosurgery

Disorders of function in the context of Pathophysiology, Anatomy in Neurology and Cortical Mapping.
Classification of neurological involvement depending on the level of the lesion
Neurological assessment
Investigations
Neuro-ophthalmology
Deafness, vertigo, and imbalance
Lower cranial nerve paralysis
Cerebrovascular diseases
Head injury
Higher cortical, neuropsychological and neurobehavioral disorders
Movement disorders
Cerebellar and coordination disorders
Spinal cord disorders
Brain tumours and spinal tumours
Infections of the brain and spinal cord
Motor neuron diseases
Multiple sclerosis
Disorders of the neuromuscular junction
Muscle diseases
Polyneuropathy
Focal peripheral neuropathy
Paediatric neurology
Toxic, metabolic and environmental disorders
Neuro surgeries

Neuro- Physiotherapy

Neurological Assessment
Neuro physiological Techniques
Paediatric Neurology
Evaluation and Management of Brain and Spinal Cord Disorders
Evaluation and Management of Cerebellar, Spinal Cord and Muscle Disorders
Evaluation and Management of Peripheral Nerve Injuries and Disorders
Assessment and management of Neurological gaits
Pre and Post-surgical assessment and treatment for Neuro conditions
Applied Yoga in Neurological conditions

Community Medicine

Health and Disease
Epidemiology, definition and scope
Screening for Disease
Epidemiology of communicable disease
Public health administration
Health programmes in India
Demography and Family Planning
Preventive Medicine in Obstetrics, Paediatrics and Geriatrics
Nutrition and Health
Environment and Health
Hospital waste management
Disaster Management
Occupational Health
Mental Health
Health Education

Community Physiotherapy

- Rehabilitation
- Community
- Introduction to Community Based Rehabilitation
- Principles of Community based Rehabilitation
- Planning and management of CBR Programmes
- Disability
- Disability Evaluation
- Role of Government in CBR
- Role of Social work in CBR
- Role of Voluntary Organizations in CBR
- National District Level Rehabilitation Programme
- Role of Physiotherapy in CBR
- Screening and rehabilitation of paediatric disorders in the community
- Extension services and mobile units
- Vocational training in rehabilitation
- Prevention- physiotherapy role:
- Geriatrics
- Industrial Health & Ergonomics
- Lifestyle disorders

Research Methodology & Biostatistics

Research Methodology:
- Introduction
- Research problem
- Research design
- Sampling Design
- Measurement & scaling techniques
- Methods of data collection
- Sampling
- Processing & analysis of data
- Testing of hypothesis
- Computer technology
Biostatistics:
- Introduction
- Tabulation of Data
- The measure of Central Tendency
- Probability and Standard Distributions
- Sampling techniques
- Analysis of variance & covariance

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