Introduction
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This course is aimed at the novice aquatic therapist and will cover the foundation information, necessary in aquatic therapy.
| Content (hours) | Theory | Practice |
|---|---|---|
| Fluid mechanics | 1 | 2 |
| Introduction to physiology of immersion | 2 | – |
| Handling patients in water | – | 4 |
| Mental adjustment as preparation of therapy | 1 | 4 |
| Basics assessment of patient in water | – | 2 |
| Introduction to treatment concepts | 4 | 6 |
| Safety screening and risk management | 2 | – |
| Pool management | 1 | – |
At the end of the course, the professional is able to:
– describe the fluidmechanical effects on the human body and their importance for treatment
– explain how the various systems react to the pressure and thermal effects of immersion (cardio-vascular, respiratory, neuro-musculoskeletal)
– justify the reason for choosing aquatic therapy for the most common patient populations
– show safe and proper ways to enter and exit clients, relative to design of the pool and equipment
– demonstrate adequate supports while maintaining of changing basic body positions
– apply activities to make the client mentally adjust to water
– assess aquatic skills by using a specific aquatic measurement instrument
– describe characteristics of various aquatic therapy concepts
– use key elements of these aquatic therapy concepts
– screen for risk factors that impact a safe aquatic service
– write a pool management protocol, based on local regulations