Include among your professional expertise the specialization in Neurological Physiotherapy, a unique opportunity to help your patients control their diet in order to prevent certain diseases” 

The increase in the incidence of neurodegenerative diseases and Acquired Brain Injury (ABI), especially in stroke survivors, means that neurorehabilitation and, therefore, physiotherapy indispensable.

This Advanced master’s degree in Neurological Physiotherapy aims to provide physiotherapists with the necessary arsenal of knowledge based on current scientific evidence, allowing them to understand the anatomy of the nervous system, the pathophysiology and the complete approach to treatment when faced with any of the consequences of injuries that result in these diseases, achieving significant patient improvement by applying the latest techniques.

The wide range of neurodegenerative diseases, the diagnosis complexity, the diversity of their evolution and prognosis, their multiple clinical manifestations, and the rapid scientific and technological progress all require specialized neurorehabilitation professionals for coordinated intervention in patients. Physiotherapists are a fundamental component in any multidisciplinary team, because these diseases cause alterations in various body activities, such as movement, balance, breathing, speech or heart functions.

Likewise, this program aims to be a compendium of the most up-to-date evidence and scientific knowledge about the nervous system and its rehabilitation following a supervening injury. As a result, it is proposed as an Advanced Master's Degree for physiotherapists who have never dealt with people with ABI but are interested in directing their professional future towards dealing with this type of patients. Likewise, professionals who are already a neurological physiotherapist, whether or not dealing with ABI, will find an opportunity to update their knowledge and reach a higher level of specialization in this field.

That is why it is necessary for physical therapists to specialize in the treatment of these diseases in order to help affected individuals improve symptoms, relieve pain, improve functional capacity, slow down the disabling process of the disease, and stimulate independence and physical functions, as physical therapy has proven to be effective in alleviating the consequences of neurodegenerative diseases.

This Advanced master’s degree offers the opportunity to deepen and update knowledge in this field, with the use of the most current educational technology. It provides a comprehensive overview of neurology and neurodevelopment, focusing on the most important and innovative aspects of treatments in pediatric neurology. All this in a 100% online specialization, which will expand knowledge and, therefore, professional skills and expertise in a simple way, allowing students to adapt their study time to the rest of their daily commitments.

This program has been carefully designed for professionals seeking the highest qualification with the best educational material while working on real cases and learning from the best professionals in the field” 

This Advanced master’s degree in Neurological Physiotherapy contains the most complete and up-to-date scientific program on the market. The most important features of the program include:  

• Clinical cases presented by experts in Neurology Physiotherapy
• 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
• Latest diagnostic and therapeutic developments in Neurological Physiotherapy
• The presentation of hands-on workshops on procedures, diagnostic and therapeutic techniques
• Contains real images in high resolution and practical exercises where the self-assessment process can be carried out to improve learning
• An algorithm-based interactive learning system for decision-making in the clinical situations presented throughout the course
• Special emphasis on test-based medicine and research methodologies
• 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 Advanced master’s degree is the best investment you can make when selecting a refresher program for two reasons: in addition to updating your knowledge of Neurological Physiotherapy, you will obtain a degree from the world’s largest online institution: TECH” 

The teaching staff includes professionals from the field physiotherapy, who contribute their experience to this specialization program, as well as renowned specialists from leading scientific societies.

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 an immersive program designed to learn in real situations.

This program is designed around Problem-Based Learning, whereby doctors must try to solve different professional practice situations that arise during the program. For this purpose, professionals will be assisted by an innovative, interactive video system created by renowned and experienced experts in the field of Neurological Physiotherapy with extensive teaching experience.  

We offer you the best teaching methodology, with a multitude of practical contents that will allow you to study in a more comprehensive and effective way"

Increase your decision-making confidence by updating your knowledge through this Advanced master’s degree program, created to teach the best"

The content structure has been designed by a team of professionals from the best research centers and universities. Aware of the current relevance of specialization and the need to support each study and its application with solid evidence-based science, they have created an educational program in which each topic will address one of the relevant areas of knowledge that highly competent professionals should have. All this comprises a syllabus of high educational intensity and unparalleled quality, which includes state-of-the-art virtual theory and practice, and which will propel you to the most complete level of mastery in this area.   

This Advanced master’s degree is an unparalleled opportunity to obtain, in a single specialization, all the necessary knowledge in Neurological Physiotherapy, including the most recent advances in intervention techniques and protocols”  

Module 1. Introduction to Neurodegenerative Diseases

1.1. Introduction

1.1.1. Definition
1.1.2. Classification
1.1.3. Epidemiology

1.2. Clinical Epidemiology/Symptoms

1.2.1. Symptoms
1.2.2. Signs

1.3. Diagnostic Imaging

1.3.1. Structural Imaging
1.3.2. Functional Imaging

1.4. Assessment Scales
1.5. Neurological Examination

1.5.1. Cranial Nerves, Pathological Reflexes
1.5.2. Tone, Sensitivity, Osteotendinous Reflexes
1.5.3. Manipulation, Coordination, Balance and Gait

1.6. Digital Physiotherapy and Reporting

1.6.1. Telephysiotherapy
1.6.2. Scheduled Consultation via ICT
1.6.3. Drafting Physiotherapy Reports
1.6.4. Interpreting Medical Reports

1.7. Multidisciplinary Team

1.7.1. Doctor
1.7.2. Occupational Therapists
1.7.3. Speech Therapists
1.7.4. Neuropsychologists
1.7.5. Orthopedic Technician

1.8. Physiotherapy Approach

1.8.1. Movement Facilitation Techniques
1.8.2. Neurodynamics
1.8.3. Hydrotherapy
1.8.4. Therapeutic Exercise
1.8.5. Robotics and Virtual Reality

1.9. Patient Complications

1.9.1. Pain
1.9.2. Cardiorespiratory System
1.9.3. Musculoskeletal Complications

1.10. Patient, Caregiver and Family Information and Counseling

Module 2. Parkinson's Disease and Other Related Neurodegenerative Diseases (Progressive Supranuclear Palsy, Corticobasal Degeneration, Multiple Systemic Atrophy)

2.1. Introduction

2.1.1. Anatomy
2.1.2. Physiology
2.1.3. Classification

2.2. Epidemiology
2.3. Etiology

2.3.1. Transmission Mode
2.3.2. Frequency
2.3.3. Starting Age

2.4. Evolution
2.5. Prognostic Factors
2.6. Evaluation/Diagnosis

2.6.1. Clinical Manifestations
2.6.2. Diagnostic Imaging
2.6.3. Neurological Examination
2.6.4. Neurological Assessment Scales

2.7. Treatment

2.7.1. Medical-Surgical Treatments
2.7.2. Physiotherapy
2.7.3. Occupational Therapy, Speech Therapy and Neuropsychology

2.8. Orthopedics

2.8.1. Support Products
2.8.2. Orthoses

2.9. Readaptation

2.9.1. Social Aspects/Support
2.9.2. Comprehensive Care for Patients, Families and Caregivers

2.10. Early Prevention and Detection

Module 3. Multiple Sclerosis

3.1. Introduction

3.1.1. Anatomy
3.1.2. Physiology
3.1.3. Classification

3.2. Epidemiology
3.3. Etiology

3.3.1. Transmission Mode
3.3.2. Frequency
3.3.3. Starting Age

3.4. Evolution
3.5. Prognostic Factors
3.6. Evaluation/Diagnosis

3.6.1. Clinical Manifestations
3.6.2. Diagnostic Imaging
3.6.3. Neurological Examination
3.6.4. Neurological Assessment Scales

3.7. Treatment

3.7.1. Medical-Surgical Treatments
3.7.2. Physiotherapy
3.7.3. Occupational Therapy, Speech Therapy and Neuropsychology

3.8. Orthopedics

3.8.1. Support Products
3.8.2. Orthoses

3.9. Readaptation

3.9.1. Social Aspects/Support
3.9.2. Comprehensive Care for Patients, Families and Caregivers
3.10. Early Prevention and Detection

Module 4. Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis

4.1. Introduction

4.1.1. Anatomy
4.1.2. Physiology
4.1.3. Classification

4.2. Epidemiology
4.3. Etiology

4.3.1. Transmission Mode
4.3.2. Frequency
4.3.3. Starting Age

4.4. Evolution
4.5. Prognostic Factors
4.6. Evaluation/Diagnosis

4.6.1. Clinical Manifestations
4.6.2. Diagnostic Imaging
4.6.3. Neurological Examination
4.6.4. Neurological Assessment Scales

4.7. Treatment

4.7.1. Medical-Surgical Treatments
4.7.2. Physiotherapy
4.7.3. Occupational Therapy, Speech Therapy and Neuropsychology

4.8. Orthopedics

4.8.1. Support Products
4.8.2. Orthoses

4.9. Readaptation 

4.9.1. Social Aspects/Support
4.9.2. Comprehensive Care for Patients, Families and Caregivers

4.10. Early Prevention and Detection

Module 5. Huntington's Disease

5.1. Introduction

5.1.1. Anatomy
5.1.2. Physiology
5.1.3. Classification

5.2. Epidemiology
5.3. Etiology

5.3.1. Transmission Mode
5.3.2. Frequency
5.3.3. Starting Age

5.4. Evolution
5.5. Prognostic Factors
5.6. Evaluation/Diagnosis

5.6.1. Clinical manifestations
5.6.2. Diagnostic Imaging
5.6.3. Neurological Examination
5.6.4. Neurological Assessment Scales

5.7. Treatment

5.7.1. Medical-Surgical Treatments
5.7.2. Physiotherapy
5.7.3. Occupational Therapy, Speech Therapy and Neuropsychology

5.8. Orthopedics

5.8.1. Support Products
5.8.2. Orthoses

5.9. Readaptation

5.9.1. Social Aspects/Support
5.9.2. Comprehensive Care for Patients, Families and Caregivers

5.10. Early Prevention and Detection

Module 6. Neuromuscular Diseases and Polyneuropathies

6.1. Introduction

6.1.1. Anatomy
6.1.2. Physiology
6.1.3. Classification

6.2. Epidemiology
6.3. Etiology

6.3.1. Transmission Mode
6.3.2. Frequency
6.3.3. Starting Age

6.4. Evolution
6.5. Prognostic Factors
6.6. Evaluation/Diagnosis

6.6.1. Clinical Manifestations
6.6.2. Diagnostic Imaging
6.6.3. Neurological Examination
6.6.4. Neurological Assessment Scales

6.7. Treatment

6.7.1. Medical-Surgical Treatments
6.7.2. Physiotherapy
6.7.3. Occupational Therapy, Speech Therapy and Neuropsychology

6.8. Orthopedics

6.8.1. Support Products
6.8.2. Orthoses

6.9. Readaptation

6.9.1. Social Aspects/Support
6.9.2. Comprehensive Care for Patients, Families and Caregivers

6.10. Early Prevention and Detection

Module 7. Alzheimer's Disease and Other Neurodegenerative Dementias: Frontotemporal Dementia, Lewy Body Dementia, Vascular Dementia

7.1. Introduction

7.1.1. Anatomy 
7.1.2. Physiology 
7.1.3. Classification 

7.2. Epidemiology
7.3. Etiology

7.3.1. Transmission Mode
7.3.2. Frequency
7.3.3. Starting Age

7.4. Evolution
7.5. Prognostic Factors
7.6. Evaluation/Diagnosis

7.6.1. Clinical Manifestations
7.6.2. Diagnostic Imaging
7.6.3. Neurological Examination
7.6.4. Neurological Assessment Scales

7.7. Treatment

7.7.1. Medical-Surgical Treatments
7.7.2. Physiotherapy
7.7.3. Occupational Therapy, Speech Therapy and Neuropsychology

7.8. Orthopedics

7.8.1. Support Products
7.8.2. Orthoses

7.9. Readaptation

7.9.1. Social Aspects/Support
7.9.2. Comprehensive Care for Patients, Families and Caregivers

7.10. Early Prevention and Detection

Module 8. Cerebellum Degenerative Diseases: Hereditary Ataxias: Friedreich's Ataxia and Machado-Joseph Ataxia

8.1. Introduction

8.1.1. Anatomy 
8.1.2. Physiology 
8.1.3. Classification 

8.2. Epidemiology 
8.3. Etiology

8.3.1. Transmission Mode
8.3.2. Frequency
8.3.3. Starting Age 

8.4. Evolution
8.5. Prognostic Factors 
8.6. Evaluation/Diagnosis 

8.6.1. Clinical manifestations 
8.6.2. Diagnostic Imaging 
8.6.3. Neurological Examination 
8.6.4. Neurological Assessment Scales

8.7. Treatment

8.7.1. Medical-Surgical Treatments 
8.7.2. Physiotherapy
8.7.3. Occupational Therapy, Speech Therapy and Neuropsychology

8.8. Orthopedics

8.8.1. Support Products
8.8.2. Orthoses

8.9. Readaptation 

8.9.1. Social Aspects/Support
8.9.2. Comprehensive Care for Patients, Families and Caregivers

8.10. Early Prevention and Detection

Module 9. Neurodegenerative Diseases in Childhood

9.1. Introduction

9.1.1. Classification 
9.1.2. Epidemiology 

9.2. Neurodevelopment 

9.2.1. Pediatric 
9.2.2. Infantile 

9.3. Early Prevention and Detection 
9.4. White Matter Diseases 
9.5. Gray Matter Diseases 
9.6. Other Progressive Neurological Diseases 
9.7. Evaluation 

9.7.1. Clinical Manifestations 
9.7.2. Neurological Examinations 

9.8. Physiotherapeutic Treatments 

9.8.1. Physiotherapeutic Interventions
9.8.2. Support Products 

9.9. Treatments 

9.9.1. Doctor 
9.9.2. Occupational Therapy, Speech Therapy and Neuropsychology

9.10. Readaptation 

9.10.1. Social Aspects 
9.10.2. Family Care

Module 10. Neoplasms or Nervous System Tumors

10.1. Introduction

10.1.1. Anatomy
10.1.2. Physiology
10.1.3. Classification

10.2. Epidemiology
10.3. Etiology

10.3.1. Transmission Mode
10.3.2. Frequency
10.3.3. Starting Age

10.4. Evolution
10.5. Prognostic Factors
10.6. Evaluation/Diagnosis 

10.6.1. Clinical Manifestations 
10.6.2. Diagnostic Imaging
10.6.3. Neurological Examination
10.6.4. Neurological Assessment Scales

10.7. Treatment

10.7.1. Medical-Surgical Treatments
10.7.2. Physiotherapy
10.7.3. Occupational Therapy, Speech Therapy and Neuropsychology

10.8. Orthopedics

10.8.1. Support Products
10.8.2. Orthoses

10.9. Readaptation

10.9.1. Social Aspects/Support
10.9.2. Comprehensive Care for Patients, Families and Caregivers

10.10. Early Prevention and Detection

Module 11. Neuroanatomy and Neurophysiology 

11.1. Anatomy

11.1.1. Introduction to Structural Anatomy
11.1.2. Introduction to Functional Anatomy
11.1.3. Spinal Cord
11.1.4. Brainstem 
11.1.5. Frontal
11.1.6. Parietal 
11.1.7. Temporal 
11.1.8. Occipital 
11.1.9. Cerebellum 
11.1.10. Basal Ganglia

11.2. Physiology

11.2.1. Neuroplasticity
11.2.2. Muscle Tone 

11.3. Motor Control

11.3.1. Motor Behavior
11.3.2. Motor Control

Module 12. ABI (Acquired Brain Injuries) 

12.1. Defining ABI 

12.1.1. ABI in Adults 
12.1.2. ABI in Childhood 
12.1.3. ABI in the Elderly 

12.2. Functional Alterations 

12.2.1. Tone Alterations 
12.2.2. Heminegligencia 
12.2.3. Pusher Syndrome 
12.2.4. Cerebellar Syndrome vs. Basal Ganglia Injury 
12.2.5. Foreign Hand Syndrome 
12.2.6. Apraxia

Module 13. ABI Patient Evaluation 

13.1. Medical History 
13.2. Neuroimaging 

13.2.1. Structural Imaging 
13.2.2. Functional Criteria 

13.3. Neurological Examination 

13.3.1. Cranial Nerves 
13.3.2. Pathological Reflexes 
13.3.3. Muscular 

 13.3.3.1. Osteotendinous Reflexes 
 13.3.3.2. Tone 
 13.3.3.3. Strength 

13.3.4. Sensitivity 

 13.3.4.1. Sensitivity 
 13.3.4.2. Gnoses 

13.3.5. Coordination 
13.3.6. Balance 
13.3.7. Gait 
13.3.8. Manipulation 

13.4. Neurological Assessment Scales 
13.5. Writing Reports 

13.5.1. Drafting Physiotherapy Reports 
13.5.2. Interpreting Medical Reports 

Module 14. Therapeutic Approaches to ABI Patients 

14.1. Physiotherapy

14.1.1. Facilitating Movement
14.1.2. Neurodynamics
14.1.3. Mirror Therapy 
14.1.4. Approach in Context
14.1.5. Task-Oriented Approach
14.1.6. Intensive Treatments
14.1.7. Well-Side Restriction Therapy
14.1.8. Dry Needling for Spasticity
14.1.9. Therapeutic Exercise
14.1.10. Hydrotherapy
14.1.11. Electrotherapy 
14.1.12. Robotics and Virtual Reality

14.2. Equipment

14.2.1. Work Models
14.2.2. Medicine

 14.2.2.1. Pharmacology
 14.2.2.2. Botulinum Toxin

14.2.3. Speech Therapy

 14.2.3.1. Communication Disorders
 14.2.3.2. Swallowing Disorders

14.2.4. Occupational Therapy

 14.2.4.1. Autonomy 
 14.2.4.2. Occupation 

14.2.5. Cognitive Deficit Implications on Movement 
14.2.6. Neuropsychology 

 14.2.6.1. Cognitive Domains 
 14.2.6.2. Behavioral Disorders 
 14.2.6.3. Psychological Care for Patients and Family 

14.3. Orthopedics

14.3.1. Orthotics and Support Products
14.3.2. Low-Cost Material

14.4. Acute, Subacute and Chronic Phases in ABI

Module 15. ABI Patient Complications 

15.1. Pain 

15.1.1. Comprehensive Pain Assessment 
15.1.2. Shoulder Pain 
15.1.3. Neuropathic Pain 

15.2. Respiratory System 

15.2.1. Associated Respiratory Complications 
15.2.2. Respiratory Physiotherapy 

15.3. Epilepsy 

15.3.1. Injury Prevention 
15.3.2. Injury Recovery 

15.4. Musculoskeletal Complications 

15.4.1. Comprehensive Assessment 
15.4.2. Physiotherapy Applied to These Complications 
15.4.3. Monitoring Injuries 

15.5. Spinal Cord Injury Complications 

15.5.1. Characteristics of Such Complications 
15.5.2. Physiotherapy Approach 

Module 16. ABI in Childhood 

16.1. Normative Neurodevelopment 

16.1.1. Features 
16.1.2. Aspects to Consider 

16.2. Pediatric Exploration in Physiotherapy 

16.2.1. Exploration 
16.2.2. Neurological Assessment Scales 

16.3. Intervention 

16.3.1. Physiotherapy 
16.3.2. Rest of the Team 

 16.3.2.1. Medicine 
 16.3.2.2. Speech Therapy 
 16.3.3.3. Occupational Therapy 
 16.3.3.4. Neuropsychology 
 16.3.3.5. Educational Team 

Module 17. ABI and Altered States of Consciousness 

17.1. What Altered States of Consciousness Are 

17.1.1. Arousal 
17.1.2. Awareness
17.1.3. Neuroanatomy 
17.1.4. Neurophysiology
17.1.5. Neuroplasticity 
17.1.6. Prognosis

17.2. Evaluation

17.2.1. Physical Exploration
17.2.2. Neurological Assessment Scales
17.2.3. Pain

17.3. Intervention

17.3.1. Physiotherapy

 17.3.1.1. Stimulation
 17.3.1.2. Movement
 17.3.1.3. Environment

Module 18. ABI in Geriatrics 

18.1. Distinguishing Features of ABI in Geriatrics

18.1.1. Pluripathology

 18.1.1.1. Advantages and Disadvantages Associated with Age

18.1.2. Physiotherapeutic Treatments

 18.1.2.1. The Importance of Setting Team Objectives

18.2. Institutionalization vs. Main Residence

18.2.1. Adapting the Environment
18.2.2. The Role of the Family
18.2.3. Legal Guardians
18.2.4. Technical Assistance

A unique, key and decisive learning experience to boost your professional development”