University certificate
The world's largest faculty of medicine”
Introduction to the Program
Learn about the latest advances in electrotherapy and all the new developments in this field, with this high-quality Master’s Degree that we put in your hands"
In recent years, the number of research studies related to electrotherapy has grown, mainly those focused on invasive techniques. These include percutaneous analgesic techniques, in which needles are used as electrodes, as well as transcranial stimulation, either of an electrical nature or through the use of magnetic fields. Based on these latest applications, the field of action of electrotherapy is widening and can be applied to various types of population, ranging from subjects with chronic pain to neurological patients.
The objective of the Master’s Degree in Electrotherapy in Rehabilitation Medicine is to present in an updated way the applications of electrotherapy in neuromusculoskeletal pathologies, always based on scientific evidence when selecting the most appropriate type of current in each case. To this end, the neurophysiological bases are always presented at the beginning of each module, so that learning is complete. Each module is supported by practical applications of each type of current, so that the integration of the knowledge of the pathology and its treatment is complete.
This knowledge ranges from muscle contraction mechanisms to somatosensory transmission mechanisms, which makes it essential to have a broad knowledge of both the pathophysiological mechanisms of the subject and the physicochemical basis of electrotherapy.
All the content is available in a 100% online modality that provides the student with the ease of being able to study it comfortably, wherever and whenever they want. All you need is a device with internet access to take your career one step further. A modality according to the current times with all the guarantees to position the professional in a highly demanded sector.
Acquire the necessary knowledge in the neurophysiological bases that justify the operation of electrotherapy, with practical examples and in a totally contextual way"
This Master’s Degree in Electrotherapy in Rehabilitation Medicine contains the most complete and up-to-date scientific program on the market. The most important features of the program include:
- The development of more than 75 case studies presented by experts in Electrotherapy in Rehabilitation Medicine
- The graphic, schematic, and eminently practical contents with which they are created provide scientific and practical information on the disciplines that are essential for professional
- New developments on the role of the rehabilitation physician in the application of electrotherapy
- Practical exercises where self-assessment can be used to improve learning
- Algorithm-based interactive learning system for decision-making in the situations that are presented to the student
- Its special emphasis on research methodologies on electrotherapy applied to Rehabilitation Medicine
- Theoretical lessons, questions to the expert, debate forums on controversial topics, and individual reflection assignments
- Content that is accessible from any fixed or portable device with an Internet connection
This 100% online Master’s Degree will allow you to combine your Studies with your professional work, while increasing your knowledge in this field”
The teaching staff includes professionals from the field of Medicine, who bring their experience to this training program, as well as renowned specialists from leading societies and prestigious universities.
The multimedia content, developed with the latest educational technology, will provide the professional with situated and contextual learning, i.e., a simulated environment that will provide immersive training programmed to train in real situations.
This program is designed around Problem Based Learning, whereby the professional must try to solve the different professional practice situations that arise during the academic year. For this, the professional will have the help of an innovative interactive video system made by recognized experts in Electrotherapy in Rehabilitation Medicine, with great experience.
The most effective way to achieve the best training in the various applications of electrotherapy in neuromusculoskeletal pathologies"
This Master’s Degree offers training in simulated environments, which provides an immersive learning experience designed to train for real-life situations"
Syllabus
The curriculum is a high-level training tool designed to translate the effort and dedication invested in learning into real, measurable achievements that maintain stimulation and motivation throughout the process. Throughout the modules that make up the Master’s Degree, students will study each and every one of the aspects that the rehabilitation physician must master to ensure their competence in this type of intervention.
A complete and current syllabus configured as a high-quality training tool of exceptional quality"
Module 1. Principles of Electrotherapy
1.1. Evolution of Electrotherapy
1.2. Physical Basis of Electric Current
1.3. Basis of Nerve Pathophysiology
1.4. Basis of Muscular Pathophysiology
1.5. Main Parameters of Electric Current
1.6. Parameters Applied to Electrotherapy
1.7. Classification of the Most Commonly Used Currents
1.8. Waveform-Dependent Currents
1.9. Current Transmission Electrodes
1.10. Bipolar and Tetrapolar Application Importance of Polarity Alternation
Module 2. Electrotherapy and Analgesia
2.1. Pain
2.2. Nociception
2.3. Main Nociceptive Receptors
2.4. Main Nociceptive Principles
2.5. Pain Treatments: Pharmacological and Non-pharmacological
2.6. Regulatory Mechanisms of Nociceptive Transmission
2.7. Gate control: Electrotherapy and Analgesia
2.8. Modulating Effects of Electrotherapy
2.9. High Frequency and Analgesia
2.10. Low Frequency and Analgesia
Module 3. Galvanic Currents Iontophoresis
3.1. Fundamentals of TENS Type Current
3.2. Classification of TENS Type Current
3.3. Concept of Accommodation
3.4. Analgesic Effects of High and Low Frequency TENS and Burst Type TENS
3.5. Electrodes: Types and Application Importance of Pulse Width
3.6. Applications and Contraindications of TENS
3.7. Fundamentals and Parameters of Interferential Currents
3.8. Effects of High and Low Frequency
3.9. Electrodes: Type and Application Importance and Adjustment of the Frequency Spectrum Concept of Accommodation
3.10. Applications and Contraindications
Module 4. Variable Intensity Currents
4.1. Fundamentals of TENS Type Current
4.2. Classification of TENS Type Current
4.3. Concept of Accommodation
4.4. Analgesic Effects of High and Low Frequency TENS and Burst Type TENS
4.5. Electrodes: Types and Application Importance of Pulse Width
4.6. Applications and Contraindications of TENS
4.7. Fundamentals and Parameters of Interferential Currents
4.8. Effects of High and Low Frequency
4.9. Electrodes: Type and Application Importance and Adjustment of the Frequency Spectrum Concept of Accommodation
4.10. Applications and Contraindications
Module 5. High Frequency Electrotherapy
5.1. Physical Fundamentals of High Frequency
5.2. Physiological Effects of High Frequency
5.3. Therapeutic Effects of High Frequency
5.4. Shortwave: Fundamentals and Applications
5.5. Shortwave: Indications and Contraindications
5.6. Microwaves: Fundamentals and Applications
5.7. Microwaves: Indications and Contraindications
5.8. Tecartherapy: Fundamentals
5.9. Tecartherapy: Applications
5.10. Tecartherapy: Indications and Contraindications
Module 6. Electromagnetic Fields
6.1. Laser: Physical Principles
6.2. Physiological and Therapeutic Effects of Laser
6.3. Practical Applications and Contraindications
6.4. Infrared Radiation: Physical Principles
6.5. Physiological and Therapeutic Effects of Infrared
6.6. Practical Applications and Contraindications
6.7. Magnetotherapy: Physical Principles, Main Parameters of Magnetic Fields, Types of Emitters and Their Application
6.8. Physiological and Therapeutic Effects Magnetotherapy
6.9. Clinical Applications and Contraindications
6.10. High Intensity Inductive Therapy
Module 7. Ultrasound Therapy
7.1. Physical Principles of Ultrasound Therapy
7.2. Physiological Effects of Ultrasound Therapy
7.3. Parameters and Methodologies of Ultrasound Therapy
7.4. Shoulder and Elbow Ultrasound Therapy (US)
7.5. Hands and Wrist Ultrasound Therapy (US)
7.6. Hip and Knee Ultrasound Therapy (US)
7.7. Ankle and Foot Ultrasound Therapy (US)
7.8. Ultrasound Therapy (US) in Lumbar Region
7.9. Ultrasonophoresis
7.10. High Frequency Ultrasound Therapy. OPAF Practical Applications and Contraindications
Module 8. Neuromuscular Electrostimulation
8.1. Principles of Muscular Contraction
8.2. Main Neuromuscular Injuries
8.3. Electric Currents
8.4. Principles of Electromyography
8.5. Main Excitomotor Currents Neo-faradic Currents
8.6. Main Interferential Currents Kotz’s Currents
8.7. Clinical Applications of Electrostimulation
8.8. Described Benefits of Electrostimulation Training
8.9. Body Map of the Location of the Electrostimulation Electrodes
8.10. Contraindications and Precautions of Electrostimulation
Module 9. Shock Waves
9.1. Recommendations from Scientific Societies
9.2. Physical Principles of Shock Waves
9.3. Biological Effects of Shock Waves
9.4. Types of Generators and Focal Applicators
9.5. Pressure Wave Generator and Applicators
9.6. Indications and Recommendations
9.7. Contraindications and Secondary Effects
9.8. Types of Indications I: Standard Approved Indications
9.9. Types of Indications II: Indications Empirically Proven Common Clinical Uses
9.10. Types of Indications III: Exceptional and Experimental Indications
Module 10. CNS and PNS electrotherapy
10.1. Assessment of Nerve Injury Principles of Innervation
10.2. Main Trends in Neurological Rehabilitation
10.3. Electrotherapy for Motor Rehabilitation in the Patient
10.4. Electrotherapy for Somatosensory Rehabilitation in Neurological Patients
10.5. Electromodulation
10.6. Non-Invasive Brain Stimulation: Introduction
10.7. Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation
10.8. Transcranial Direct Current
10.9. Practical Applications
10.10. Contraindications
A comprehensive teaching program, structured in well-developed teaching units, oriented toward a high impact learning and training"
Master's Degree in Electrotherapy in Rehabilitation Medicine
Nature always has great things to teach us: it is thanks to the torpedo fish and the eel that the ancient Greeks and Romans began to discover a beneficial correlation between electrical discharges and the health of the human body. Manuscripts show that, for example, Aristotle used this method to treat gout. At TECH we also have fascinating things to teach you, the Master's Degree in Electrotherapy in Rehabilitation Medicine is the most efficient alternative you will find within the academic field to include to your competences a range of essential and practical knowledge at a therapeutic level. It is known that techniques based on the use of electricity and magnetism have analgesic and anti-inflammatory effects, in addition to acting as neuromuscular enhancers, among other multiple benefits. Through this intensive program you will acquire all the basics to develop with great skill in a sector with great demand for professionals, especially applied (but not exclusive) to the area of sport, where physiotherapy and rehabilitation play a key role. Do you want to train to stand out among the medical staff and expand the horizons of your curriculum? In TECH we are your allies to achieve it.
Dare to learn all about electrotherapy
It was the French biophysicist and engineer Arséne d'Arsonval who in 1981 began to apply high-frequency electrical currents on patients affected by various pathologies to study their effects. Not only did he become the father of electrophysiology, but he innovated in a medicinal branch that to this day continues to cultivate interest in various circles of specialists. We want you to innovate too and become the next man to impact the health sector. How do we do it? Through our Relearning learning model, a methodology that not only leads in the framework of online education, but also permeates the interaction with the student, transforming the study process into a motivating dynamism that integrates more knowledge in a simple and efficient way. We offer you a solid syllabus composed of ten modules in which you will learn all the facets of electrotherapy in the light of rehabilitative medicine so that you can adapt them to your treatments and witness incredible results. The clergyman John Wesley said that electricity is the soul of the universe, here at TECH we show you why.