CSP/ATACP Endorsed Foundation Course in Aquatic Physiotherapy
Training
In
Description
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Type
Training
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Methodology
Inhouse
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Duration
2 Days
Suitable for: Any qualified physiotherapiust with a role or interest in hydrotherapy
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Course programme
CSP/ATACP ENDORSED FOUNDATION PROGRAMME IN AQUATIC
PHYSIOTHERAPY
AIM
“To equip a physiotherapist with the knowledge and clinical reasoning skills necessary to work safely and unsupervised in a pool”.
LEARNING OUTCOMES
On completion of the course the participant ahould be able to:
Session 1
Discuss the relevant physical properties of water
Relate these properties to therapeutic techniques in the water
Relate 1 and 2 both to the treatment of patients, and to the changes that specific conditions may cause to a persons “Physical Properties”
Demonstrate an understanding of the physical properties of water to strengthening techniques in the pool
Appreciate and experience the effects of buoyancy, turbulence and the metacentre
on a body in water.
Session 2
Demonstrate an understanding of the effects of immersion on the physiology of the human body.
Relate these changes to the safe screening of patients prior to Aquatic therapy
Evaluate the effectiveness of aquatic therapy in a variety of clinical settings.
Demonstrate the ability to confidently use various flotation devices in regard to
patient handling
Demonstrate the ability to utilise the physical properties of water to improve range of movement for patients with stiff joints or tight soft tissues
Demonstrate safe therapeutic handing of a patent in water
Session 3
Demonstrate an understanding of the main Health and Safety legislation, and its
implications on running an aquatic therapy service
Demonstrate an understanding of water disinfection related to the pool environment.
Relate the above to maintaining a safe environment for staff and users including the ability to risk assess.
Demonstrate treatment skills including Relaxation, Stabilisation, and Balance work.
Relate these skills to the management of a variety of patient problems
Session 4
Demonstrate clinical reasoning skills in devising a treatment programme for patients with a variety of problems
Demonstrate an appropriate selection of treatment techniques for these patients
CSP/ATACP Endorsed Foundation Course in Aquatic Physiotherapy