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1 Blood Flow Restriction Training: Understanding the Safety, Mechanisms, and Efficacy, 2nd Edition [4 contact hours] Blood flow restriction training (BFRT) is an exercise technique that is transforming how we prescribe exercises therapy. By partially restricting blood flow to the muscles using specialized cuffs or bands, BFRT offers a range of benefits from muscle activation to advanced rehab training. Discover the benefits of blood flow restriction training with this course. From increasing muscle activation and muscle growth to enhancing strength and endurance. BFRT can even help reduce pain. BFRT is a science-based approach—over 800 articles published in the last 10 years—that can be safely prescribed to diverse populations from young to old, from patients to athletes. 9 Computer Ergonomics for the Therapy Professional [3 contact hours] The goal of this course is to provide students with the knowledge to identify ergonomic risks and make sound ergonomic recommendations to help clients prevent discomfort and injury at a computer. While we review what an ergonomist may recommend in a particular situation, our goal is to give students ergonomic analytical tools and apply this knowledge to any case at hand. 18 Introduction to Aquatic Therapy [3 contact hours] This course is for those health professionals who would like to expand their skills into aquatic therapy and rehab. Aquatic therapy and rehabilitation is a growing market and provides an excellent service to clients. As a health professional, here’s the opportunity to enhance your career with the most current essential information you need to get started. Feel confidence in the concepts including waters properties, fluid dynamics, physiological responses to immersion, precautions/contraindication to aquatic therapy. Aquatic exericse equipment as well as the basic concepts of Bad Ragaz, Halliwick, Ai Chi, Watsu, Aquastretch and the Burdenko are covered. 26 Management of Sports-Related Concussions: Staying Ahead of the Game, 2nd Edition [4 contact hours] Concussions continue to be a serious epidemic in youth and competitive sports. With approximately 1.6 million to 3.8 million sports-related concussions occurring every year, these injuries are considered among the most complex injuries in sports medicine to diagnosis, assess, and manage. The instructor will provide an overarching review of the recent literature, including the 6th International Conference on Concussion in Sport, as it pertains to concussion management from prevention techniques to reducing the risk of injury to returning to play after a concussive episode. The modules within this course include an introduction to concussions, recognition and sideline evaluation, clinical evaluation, neuropsychological testing, rehabilitation techniques, and academic modifications. As the literature and practice guidelines/recommendations are reviewed, participants will be able to assess their current practice to make appropriate modifications to their own concussion management plan. The mission of this course is to provide a concise resource on how to properly manage concussions from risk reduction techniques, acute injuries, and return to play by implementing a multimodal process and enhancing multidisciplinary communication to keep the athlete at the forefront of care.
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