Treatment and Movement of a Patient in Physical Therapy
Alison Review
Location
Online(Course Link)
Dates
On Demand
Course Categories
Medical, Fitness, Healthcare and Safety
Certficate
Yes()
Language
English
Course Fees
FreeNo. of Attendant
Unlimited
Acquired Skills/Covered Subjects
- Discuss therapeutic exercises for lower back pain.,Identify neurological illnesses that physical therapy can help alleviate.,List the names of different bones in the human body.,Identify the correct body mechanics for lifting activities.
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| About The Provider |
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This course will introduce you to the basic structure and function of the human body. You will study the musculoskeletal system, the cardiopulmonary system, the neurological system, the skeletal system, and the muscular system. You will learn about the different types of muscle tissue, common cardiopulmonary pathologies, and the difference between the axial skeleton and the appendicular skeleton. You will also look into massage therapy and range of motion exercises as well as the most common nervous system disorders.
You will then study body mechanics and learn the proper turning and positioning of the patient. The course will discuss tips for lifting and methods for transferring. You will also learn what type of patients are at risk for decubitus ulcers which will help you spot problems faster. You will then look into the most commonly used modalities in physical therapy, which includes temperature and sound. You will also learn the benefits of therapeutic exercises.
Lower back pain is one of the most common ailments in patients who seek physical therapy. This course will give you an in-depth understanding of the therapeutic exercises used to treat lower back pain. You will also learn how to apply correct body mechanics to ensure your safety as well as your patient's. So why wait? Take this course today and learn how to start helping patients improve their mobility, manage pain and chronic illness, or recover from injury.
