postgraduate diploma Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation of Small Animals

This program designed by TECH professionals delves into the most relevant aspects of the musculoskeletal system of small animals in depth. It is extremely important for veterinarians who want to specialize in this field to know the right way to rehabilitate and bring greater longevity to people’s pets. These topics, which will be dealt with comprehensively during the course of this program, will provide veterinarians with a solid base of knowledge to enable them to successfully start their professional activity in the clinical sector, developing and implementing rehabilitation plans from the very beginning.

University certificate

duration

24 weeks

Modality

Online

Schedule

At your own pace

Exams

Online

start date

Credits

18 ECTS

financing up to

6 months

Price

The world's largest faculty of veterinary medicine”

Description

The physiotherapeutic rehabilitation of small animals is a growing discipline. Get into this exciting field with this postgraduate diploma’’

This very complete postgraduate diploma comprehensively delves into the most relevant aspects of the musculoskeletal system which are necessary for the veterinarian in rehabilitation, to specialize in the field.

In the same way, the functional assessment of animals in physiotherapy will also be addressed, a factor which is essential to the veterinarian’s daily work, the assessments meust be personalized and adjusted to the individual situation of each pet that comes in search of rehabilitative treatment.

By knowing the basics of biomechanics it will allow us to evaluate the relationship between the movement executed and the energy expenditure involved, so that we can optimize it and obtain the maximum possible performance.

Finally, this program will examine the physiological mechanisms of pain in order to understand the techniques used in rehabilitation, analyze the signs of pain and identify the different types and their relationships with one another. Therefore, we will address the theoretical aspects of the functioning of the nervous system and investigate, in an applied manner, the five stages of the neurological examination.

All this, condensed into a 100% online specialization, full of quality multimedia and didactic material, and specially designed to lead veterinarians to success in their daily practice.

TECH presents a top quality specialization, full of theoretical and practical material specially designed to guide you to professional success”

This postgraduate diploma in Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation of Small Animals 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 the physiotherapy and rehabilitation of small animals
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 practice
New developments in physiotherapy and rehabilitation of small animals
Practical exercises where the self-assessment process can be carried out to improve learning
With special emphasis on innovative methodologies in physical therapy and rehabilitation for small animals
Theoretical lessons, questions to the expert, debate forums on controversial topics, and individual reflection work
Content that is accessible from any fixed or portable device with an internet connection

A first class program, especially oriented towards veterinarians who want to learn everything they need to administer physiotherapeutic rehabilitation in an optimal way’’

The program includes, in its teaching staff, professionals belonging to the field of veterinary medicine, who bring to this training their vast work experience, in addition to recognized specialists from reference societies and prestigious universities.

The Multimedia Content, elaborated with the latest educational technology, will allow the professional a situated and contextual learning, that is to say, a simulated environment that will provide an immersive specialization programmed to train in real situations.

This program is designed around Problem-Based Learning, whereby the specialist must try to solve the different professional practice situations that arise during the academic year. To do so, the professional will be assisted by an innovative interactive video system created by renowned and experienced experts in Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation of Small Animals.

As this is an online postgraduate diploma, you can study wherever and whenever you want"

A quality postgraduate diploma, full of practical case studies specially designed to lead veterinarians to success in their profession"

Objectives

This comprehensive postgraduate diploma that TECH is offering was created with the fundamental objective of providing veterinary professionals with the necessary skills to develop, design and implement rehabilitation plans specially designed to provide quality of life to small animals. In this way, the knowledge that will be addressed throughout the specialization will be the professionals’ main asset when it comes to entering the job market which is increasingly demanding veterinarians with expertise in this area.

TECH has created this specialization with the single objective of training veterinarians with total success and enabling them to position themselves as prestigious specialists within this sector”

General objectives

Generate specialized knowledge of veterinary physiotherapy and rehabilitation
Examine the main anatomical bone references
Determine the main muscles and nerves involved in movement
Evaluate the patient globally
Determine the basis for a good functional assessment
Examine static body position and gait assessment
Identify pain points or behavior, as well as compensatory body positions
Identify signs related to pain
Determine the most useful tools to assist in the assessment of pain
Develop specialized knowledge of pain
Compile the latest therapies used in rehabilitation for the treatment of pain and for the management of neurological patients in rehabilitation
Review the functioning of the nervous system to understand the rationale for neurological evaluation
Examine the different parts of the neurological examination

Specific objectives

Module 1. Veterinary Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation. Functional Anatomy in Small Animals

Determine the use of Physiotherapy in Small Animals
Examine the main anatomical bone references and the different muscle groups
Analyze the movement of each muscle group
Develop the most important concepts related to Rehabilitation
Address muscle components
Analyze the different phases of inflammation

Module 2. Biomechanics. Functional Assessment

Develop the appropriate guidelines and discipline to perform a complete assessment of our patients
Examine the patient as a whole, taking into account the locomotor system and associated structures
Define gait characteristics and identify gait abnormalities
Assess and identify injuries that may be affecting the forelimb and hind limb
Examine the spine and identify tender points and/or lesions present, as well as neurological deficits associated with these alterations
Establish the bases of biomechanics and the elements used for its study
Analyze the Biomechanics of a patient, theoretically, by means of a system of levers

Module 3. Physiology of Pain. Neurological Evaluation

Identify signs related to pain
Determine the most useful tools to assist in the assessment of pain
Develop specialized knowledge about pain
Compile the latest therapies used in rehabilitation for the treatment of pain and for the management of neurological patients in rehabilitation
Review the functioning of the nervous system to understand the rationale for neurological evaluation
Examine the different parts of the neurological examination

This program will help you acquire the skills you need to excel in your daily work’’

Postgraduate Diploma in Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation of Small Animals

Small animal physical therapy and rehabilitation is a specialized discipline that focuses on improving the quality of life and promoting the recovery of our beloved pets. Like humans, animals can also experience injuries, illnesses and conditions that require physical and therapeutic care. Based on this, TECH Global University has developed its Postgraduate Diploma in Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation of Small Animals. An online Postgraduate Diploma created with the highest academic standards that will complement your studies in a dynamic and flexible way. In the syllabus, carefully designed by a team of experts, you will find relevant aspects such as the most effective techniques and methods to evaluate or treat common injuries and diseases in small animals. From manual therapy and therapeutic massage to electrotherapy and hydrotherapy, you will become familiar with a wide range of tools and modalities used in animal physiotherapy.

Be an expert in small animal physical therapy and rehabilitation

This comprehensive TECH program is an investment in your professional future, as, it will allow you to differentiate yourself and stand out in the job market. You will obtain a Postgraduate Diploma endorsed by a prestigious institution, which will allow you to access new job opportunities. You will also have the flexibility and convenience of a online program that will allow you to adapt your learning to your needs and schedules. Here, we have ensured that we have a team of professional experts in the field, who will teach the classes online, offering an interactive and enriching learning experience. In addition, the program includes case studies and exercises that will allow you to apply the knowledge acquired in real situations, which will help you strengthen and consolidate your academic preparation. Upon graduation, you will be prepared to work in veterinary clinics, animal rehabilitation centers, specialized hospitals and other related environments.