Physiotherapy Techniques For RVNs
Excel CPD - Vet Nurse CPD
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Duration: 8 hour(s)
Cost: £150
Module 1: An Introduction to Veterinary Physiotherapy
Why is rehabilitation important?
Benefits of rehabilitation
Manual therapies
Electrotherapy
Thermal therapy
Remedial exercise
Physiotherapy for the neurological patient
Physiotherapy for the orthopaedic patient
Physiotherapy for the geriatric / osteoarthritic patient
Physiotherapy for the respiratory patient
Physiotherapy for the critically ill patient
Module 2: Veterinary Massage
Overview of anatomy, physiology and terminology
Why we massage and beneficial effects
Massage techniques - Effleurage, Petrissage, Compression ,Friction, Tapotement, Chest percussion
Considerations and contraindications
Module 3: Passive Range of Motion and Thermal Therapies
Overview of joint anatomy
Range of motion assessment
PROM techniques - Single joints, Whole limb
Considerations and contraindications
Thermal therapies - Heat therapy, Cryotherapy, Contrast therapy
Module 4 Managing Osteoarthritis
Overview of osteoarthritis Client education and home management Exercise management Diet and weight management Osteoarthritis clinics in practice Physiotherapy and complementary therapies The course will be available immediately following purchase, with unlimited lifetime access and will provide a total of 8 hours of CPD (UK), or 8 points (Australia and New Zealand).
Who is it for?
Veterinary nurses
The Speakers
Matt Scott BSc (Hons), MNAVP
Number of CPD hours this event can be recorded as
8 hours
Registration and Booking
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