Master's Degree Aquatic Physiotherapy for Special Populations

This prestigious program was created with the purpose of studying the key elements in aquatic physiotherapy in depth, while taking into account the patient’s needs and the water. Therefore, at the end of the program, the student will be able to conduct aquatic physiotherapy sessions that take into account the patient and the environment in their entirety, while also using the environment to correctly take advantage of all its particularities.

University certificate

duration

12 meses

Modality

Online

Schedule

At your own pace

Exams

Online

start date

Credits

60 ECTS

financing up to

12 months

Price(first year)

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Introduction to the Program

Physiotherapists at the highest level must update their knowledge with courses such as this one, where they will find the latest advancements in the field"

Due to its unique characteristics, water offers a more favorable working environment. Its properties allow for a very broad field of action, and there are many patients who can benefit from this work methodology. Patients describe the sensation of being able to perform activities that, when out of the aquatic environment, appear to be much more difficult.

An aquatic environment offers an interesting alternative, but it is necessary to master the characteristics of the environment to know how to use it and not to stress or overstimulate the patient. This Master's Degree offers a broad understanding of the key elements, studying these aspects in-depth in order to successfully run an aquatic Physiotherapy program.

The teaching staff on this Master's Degree are active professional experts, who take advantage of the aquatic environment in their recovery and prevention programs. This is why they will be able to guide students, through the proposal of different clinical cases, to an in-depth understanding of working in the water.

A unique opportunity to specialize in a booming sector with this highly educational training experience.

If you want to improve your daily practice, do not hesitate to broaden your knowledge with this Master's Degree in Aquatic Physiotherapy for Special Populations"

This Master's Degree in Aquatic Physiotherapy for Special Populations contains the most complete and up-to-date scientific program on the market. The most important features include:

The development of case studies presented by experts in Aquatic Physiotherapy for Specific Populations
The graphic, schematic, and practical contents with which they are created, provide scientific and practical information on the disciplines that are essential for professional development
New developments in Aquatic Physiotherapy for Specific Populations
Practical exercises where self-assessment can be used to improve learning
Special emphasis on innovative methodologies in Aquatic Physiotherapy for Specific Populations
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 Master's Degree is the best investment you can make in the selection of an updated program for two reasons: in addition to updating your knowledge in Aquatic Physiotherapy for Special Populations, you will obtain a Master's Degree from TECH Global University"

It includes in its teaching staff professionals belonging to the field of Aquatic Physiotherapy for Special Populations, who have poured their passion and experience into the course, in addition to leading specialists from reference societies and prestigious universities..

Our multimedia content, developed with the latest educational technology, will allow physiotherapists situated and contextual learning, i.e. a simulated environment that will provide immersive training programmed to train for real situations..

This program is designed around Problem-Based Learning, whereby the professional must try to solve the different professional practice situations that arise throughout the program. To this end, the physical therapist specializing in Aquatic Physiotherapy for Special Populations, will be assisted by an innovative system of interactive videos made by recognized and experienced experts in the field of Aquatic Physiotherapy for Specific Populations.

Utilize the best educational methodology to continue your education in the field ofAquatic Physiotherapy for Special Populations"

This 100% online master's degree will allow you to combine your studies with your professional work while increasing your knowledge in this field"

Syllabus

The structure of the contents has been designed by the best professionals in the field of Aquatic Physiotherapy for Specific Populations, with extensive experience and recognized prestige in the profession, backed by the volume of cases reviewed, studied and diagnosed, and with extensive knowledge of new technologies applied to orthopedics.

This Master's Degree in Aquatic Physiotherapy for Specific Populations contains the most complete and up-to-date scientific program on the market" 

Module 1. Properties

1.1. Situation
1.2. Chemical Properties

1.2.1. Drinking Water
1.2.2. Thalassotherapy
1.2.3. Medicinal Mineral Water
1.2.4. Thermal Waters

1.3. Thermal Properties

1.3.1. Temperature Indifferent
1.3.2. Thermo Hydrotherapy
1.3.3. Cryo Hydrotherapy
1.3.4. Contrasts

1.4. Activities and Temperature
1.5. Physical Properties

1.5.1. Hydrostatics
1.5.2. Hydrodynamics

1.6. Physiological Effects of Immersion

1.6.1. Respiratory System
1.6.2. Cardiovascular System
1.6.3. Renal System
1.6.4. Nervous system
1.6.5. Neuro-musculoskeletal System

1.7. Indications
1.8. Relative Contraindications
1.9. Absolute Contraindications
1.10. Centers

Module 2. Aquatic Physiotherapy

2.1. Definition
2.2. Installation Assessment

2.2.1. Accessible
2.2.2. Depth
2.2.3. Installation Accessories/Typologies
2.2.4. Fall Hazards

2.3. Patient Assessment

2.3.1. Patient Characteristics
2.3.2. Mastery/Control of the Medium
2.3.3. Keys to Safe Practice

2.4. Material

2.4.1. Floating
2.4.2. Resistance
2.4.3. Alternative

2.5. Session Structure

2.5.1. Principles of Training
2.5.2. Session Approach

2.6. Halliwick WST
2.7. Bad ragaz
2.8. Ai chi
2.9. Watsu
2.10. Other Work Methodologies

Module 3. Hydrotherapy Techniques

3.1. Wellness Concept
3.2. Bathrooms
3.3. Waterjets
3.4. Showers
3.5. Small Hydrotherapy

3.5.1. Wraps
3.5.2. Compresses
3.5.3. Promotions
3.5.4. Ablutions
3.5.5. Affusions

3.6. Hydrotherapy by Respiratory Route
3.7. Other Techniques
3.8. Applications
3.9. Circuits

3.9.1. Spa Centers
3.9.2. Saunas

3.10. Latest Trends

Module 4. Approach to Upper and Lower Extremity Pathology

4.1. Amplitude of Motion (AMD)

4.1.1. Activate
4.1.2. Passive

4.2. Strength
4.3. Proprioception
4.4. Central Stability
4.5. Applicability/Transferability of the Gesture
4.6. Closed and Open Kinetic Chain

4.6.1. Stability-instability
4.6.2. Concentric and Eccentric Work
4.6.3. Depth and Progression

4.7. Relevant Aspects of Aquatic Physiotherapy Treatment

4.7.1. Pre-session Considerations

4.8. Work Progression

4.8.1. Phases
4.8.2. Difficulty

4.9. Structure of the Upper Extremity Session

4.9.1. Work Objectives

4.10. Structure of the Lower Extremity Session

4.10.1. Work Objectives

Module 5. Pregnant and Aquatic Environment

5.1. Characteristics of the Pregnant Woman

5.1.1. Morphological
5.1.2. Physiology
5.1.3. Psychology

5.2. Physical Activity and Pregnancy

5.2.1. Benefits of Physical Activity
5.2.2. Indications for Physical Activity
5.2.3. Contraindications to Physical Activity

5.3. Indications for the Aquatic Physiotherapy Session

5.3.1. General Recommendations for Starting Aquatic Physiotherapy

5.4. Work Objectives for Pregnant Women in the Aquatic Environment
5.5. Structure of the Session for Pregnant Women in the Aquatic Environment

5.6. Contraindications to Aquatic Physiotherapy

5.6.1. Revaluation

5.7. Warning Signs
5.8. Characteristics of Postpartum

5.8.1. Morphological
5.8.2. Physiology
5.8.3. Psychology

5.9. Indications for Postpartum Aquatic Physiotherapy Session
5.10. Structure of the Postpartum Aquatic Physiotherapy Session

5.10.1. Work Objectives

Module 6. Approach to the Pediatric Patient in the Aquatic Environment

6.1. Child Development

6.1.1. Evolutionary Stages

6.2. Benefits of Aquatic Physiotherapy in Children

6.2.1. Early Stimulation

6.3. In-Water Communication

6.3.1. Verbal Communication
6.3.2. Non-Verbal Communication

6.4. Fear of Water

6.4.1. Familiarization with the Aquatic Environment
6.4.2. Mastery of the Medium

6.5. The Family and the Aquatic Environment

6.5.1. Integration of the Family Unit

6.6. Aquatic Game

6.6.1. Classification
6.6.2. Advantages of the Use of the Aquatic Game

6.7. The Motor Story
6.8. Indications for the Aquatic Physiotherapy Session

6.8.1. General Recommendations for Starting Aquatic Physiotherapy

6.9. Session Structure

6.9.1. Parts of the Session
6.9.2. Work Objectives

6.10. Water as a Sensory Medium

Module 7. Approach to the Neurological Patient in the Aquatic Environment

7.1. Benefits of Aquatic Physiotherapy in the Neurological Patient

7.1.1. Advantages of the Use of the Aquatic Environment
7.1.2. Patient Assessment

7.2. AVC
7.3. EM
7.4. Parkinson’s Disease
7.5. Other Pathologies
7.6. The ICF

7.6.1. Definition
7.6.2. Motor Aspects
7.6.3. Perceptual Aspects
7.6.4. Cognitive Aspects
7.6.5. Participation

7.7. The Interdisciplinary Team

7.7.1. Joint Risk-Benefit Assessment
7.7.2. Professionals Interacting in the Session

7.8. Re-education of Gait and Activities of Daily Living

7.8.1. Phases of the March
7.8.2. Anticipatory Postural Adjustments (APA)
7.8.3. Circuits
7.8.4. Translation

7.9. Indications for the Aquatic Physiotherapy Session

7.9.1. General Recommendations for Starting Aquatic Physiotherapy

7.10. Session Structure

7.10.1. Work Objectives
7.10.2. Parts of the Session

Module 8. Therapeutic Swimming

8.1. Definition

8.1.1. Aquatic Programs
8.1.2. Benefits of Working in the Aquatic Environment

8.2. Basic Aquatic Motor Skills
8.3. Prevention

8.3.1. Style Assessment
8.3.2. Postural Control and Awareness Work

8.4. Spine Work Objectives in the Aquatic Environment
8.5. General Spinal Work

8.5.1. Aspects to Take into Account

8.6. Structure of the Therapeutic Swimming Session

8.6.1. Work Objectives
8.6.2. Periodicity

8.7. Cervicodorsal Component

8.7.1. Aspects to Take into Account
8.7.2. Practical Examples

8.8. Lumbar Component

8.8.1. Aspects to Take into Account

8.9. Postural Scoliosis

8.9.1. Aspects to Take into Account

8.10. Structural Scoliosis

8.10.1. Aspects to Take into Account

Module 9. Approach to Specific Groups in the Aquatic Environment

9.1. Benefits of Aquatic Physiotherapy in Oncology Treatment

9.1.1. Relevant Aspects in the Design of Treatment in the Aquatic Environment

9.2. Structure of the Aquatic Physiotherapy Session for the Oncology Patient
9.3. Advantages of Aquatic Physiotherapy in Fibromyalgia

9.3.1. Relevant Aspects in the Design of Treatment in the Aquatic Environment

9.4. Structure of the Aquatic Physiotherapy Session in the Fibromyalgia Patient
9.5. Benefits of Aquatic Work in the Population with Cognitive Degenerative Disorders

9.5.1. Relevant Aspects in the Design of Treatment in the Aquatic Environment

9.6. Structure of the Aquatic Physiotherapy Session for Population with Cognitive Degeneration
9.7. Socialization in the Aquatic Environment of the Patient with Cognitive Degeneration
9.8. Aquatic Physiotherapy in Performance

9.8.1. Phases of Recovery from Injuries in the Aquatic Environment

9.9. Invisible Training and Post-Exertion Recovery
9.10. Injury Prevention

Module 10. Safety and Hygiene

10.1. Installation Safety Measures

10.1.1. Accessible
10.1.2. Changing Rooms
10.1.3. Occupancy

10.2. Vessel Safety Measures

10.2.1. Accessible
10.2.2. Components
10.2.3. Occupancy

10.3. Quality Control of Water

10.3.1. Water Quality
10.3.2. Air Quality
10.3.3. Infection Control

10.4. The Lifeguard
10.5. Patient Security
10.6. Physical Therapist Safety
10.7. Occupational Hazards
10.8. News about Covid-19

This highly educational training course will provide the key training to advance your career"

Master's Degree in Aquatic Physiotherapy for Special Populations

Water has been linked since ancient times to movement, to the vitality of the body and by affinity to the biomechanical systems involved in the motricity of organisms. Physiotherapists, as professionals in the prevention, treatment and rehabilitation of musculoskeletal pathologies, can therefore not remain oblivious to the therapeutic properties involving the liquid element. TECH Global University, thinking of instructing in an excellent way in this approach, has devised the Master's Degree in Aquatic Physiotherapy for Special Populations, a curricular advantage established under the highest standards of scientific health research where the applicant can diversify his career and access new options in the work environment. Elaborating a novel, immersive and comfortable proposal, this program is structured in a 100% online format that brings together the best professors in the field and advanced learning dynamics successfully implemented in the best international centers of higher education. If you want to learn about real clinical cases and acquire remarkable mastery in such a multifaceted field as hydrotherapy, don't miss this Master's Degree.

Specialize in aquatic physiotherapy

The Greek poet Pindar once wrote that water was more valuable than gold, and he was not only referring to its condition as a natural resource, since even in his time, doctors such as Hippocrates, the father of modern medicine, recommended its use in baths for the body's ailments. Later, in the 17th century, doctors like Vander Heyden affirmed that through aquatic methods they were able to cure dysentery patients. Today, science supports hydrotherapy and its physiotherapeutic uses as a key component in the treatment of locomotor disorders. By choosing this Master's Degree you will be able to graduate without leaving home in competencies focused mainly on special populations such as pregnant women, pediatric patients and people with neurological diseases such as Parkinson's. Do you want to learn hydrotherapy techniques or improve the quality of life in oncological conditions? Take advantage of our self-regulated classes, multimedia content and expert teachers and live a rewarding professionalization experience.