Semester 1:
Subject
Chapters/Topics
Brief Description
Human Anatomy I
Introduction to Anatomy, Upper Limb, Lower Limb, General Histology
Human Physiology I
Cell Physiology, Blood, Nerve-Muscle Physiology
Overview of body structure, musculoskeletal anatomy of limbs, tissue-level organization.
Cellular functions, blood composition, nerve impulse transmission, muscle contraction mechanisms.
Biochemistry
Carbohydrates, Proteins, Lipids, Enzymes
Molecular structures, metabolic pathways, enzyme functions in body processes.
Psychology
Behavioral Psychology, Learning, Motivation
Human behavior, psychological principles, patient motivation techniques.
Semester 2:
Human Anatomy II
Thorax, Abdomen, Head and Neck, Neuroanatomy
Anatomy of chest, abdominal organs, cranial nerves, brain, and spinal cord.
Human Physiology II
Cardiovascular, Respiratory, Endocrine Systems
Heart function, breathing mechanics, hormonal regulation, and homeostasis.
Sociology
Social Structures, Community Health, Family Dynamics
Social factors affecting health, community-based rehabilitation, patient-family interactions.
Basic Nursing & First Aid
Vital Signs, Wound Care, Emergency Response
Monitoring pulse/BP, dressing wounds, basic life support techniques.
Semester 3:
Pathology
Inflammation, Neoplasia, Infectious Diseases
Tissue responses, tumor pathology, microbial infections affecting mobility.
Microbiology
Bacteriology, Virology, Sterilization
Pathogenic microorganisms, infection control, sterilization methods in clinical settings.
Exercise Therapy I
Principles of Exercise, Joint Mobility, Muscle Strength
Fundamentals of therapeutic exercises, range of motion, strengthening techniques.
Electrotherapy I
Low-Frequency Currents, Heat Therapy, Cryotherapy
Use of TENS, IFT, hot/cold packs for pain relief and tissue healing.
Semester 4:
Pharmacology
Analgesics, Anti-inflammatory Drugs, Muscle Relaxants
Drug actions, side effects, and their relevance to physiotherapy.
Biomechanics & Kinesiology
Joint Mechanics, Muscle Dynamics, Gait Analysis
Forces acting on joints, muscle movements, normal/abnormal gait patterns.
Exercise Therapy II
Stretching, Posture Correction, Aerobic Exercises
Advanced stretching techniques, postural training, cardiovascular fitness.
Electrotherapy II
High-Frequency Currents, Ultrasound, Laser Therapy
Shortwave diathermy, ultrasonic therapy, laser applications for tissue repair.
Semester 5:
General Medicine
Cardiovascular Diseases, Respiratory Disorders, Diabetes
Systemic conditions impacting physiotherapy, patient assessment.
General Surgery
Burns, Wound Healing, Orthopedic Surgeries
Post-surgical rehabilitation, burn management, surgical complications.
Orthopedic Physiotherapy
Fractures, Arthritis, Spinal Disorders
Management of musculoskeletal injuries, joint mobilization, spine rehabilitation.
Research Methodology
Study Design, Data Collection, Hypothesis Testing
Basics of clinical research, designing physiotherapy studies.
Semester 6:
Neurology & Neurosurgery
Stroke, Parkinson’s, Spinal Cord Injuries
Neurological assessment, rehabilitation for brain/spinal disorders.
Neurological Physiotherapy
Motor Relearning, Balance Training, Neurodevelopmental Techniques
Techniques for stroke recovery, balance improvement, Bobath/NDT approaches.
Community Physiotherapy
Geriatrics, Women’s Health, Community-Based Rehabilitation
Physiotherapy for elderly, prenatal/postnatal care, rural health programs.
Biostatistics
Descriptive Statistics, Inferential Statistics
Data analysis, mean/median, statistical significance in research.
Semester 7:
Cardiopulmonary Physiotherapy
COPD, Cardiac Rehabilitation, Pulmonary Rehabilitation
Breathing exercises, cardiac recovery programs, chest physiotherapy.
Sports Physiotherapy
Sports Injuries, Taping, Rehabilitation Protocols
Management of sprains, strains, sports-specific rehab, taping techniques.
Physiotherapy Ethics & Administration
Ethical Principles, Clinic Management
Professional ethics, patient rights, running a physiotherapy clinic.
Project Work
Research Project, Case Studies
Independent research on physiotherapy topics, case-based analysis.
Semester 8:
Pediatric Physiotherapy
Cerebral Palsy, Developmental Delays
Rehabilitation for pediatric conditions, motor development therapy.
Rehabilitation Medicine
Prosthetics, Orthotics, Assistive Devices
Use of braces, wheelchairs, and rehab for amputees.
Clinical Reasoning & Evidence-Based Practice
Diagnostic Skills, EBP Principles
Clinical decision-making, applying research to patient care.
Internship (Post-Semester VIII, 6 months)
Comprehensive Clinical Training
Rotations in Orthopedics, Neurology, Cardiopulmonary, Pediatrics
Hands-on practice in hospitals, patient assessment, treatment planning.