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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.

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