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"

TECH, and its professional team design all its didactic material based on the latest scientific evidence and with the utmost rigor. This will ensure that, upon completion of the specialization, students will be fully trained in this field from a multidisciplinary approach that favors the longevity and quality of life of animals. In addition, these contents will be a great tool for veterinarians and provide theoretical support to their clinical case studies.

The best contents on the international educational scene, condensed into this very extensive TECH program’’

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

1.1. Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation of Small Animals

1.1.1. Introduction 

1.1.1.1. Medical History
1.1.1.2. Veterinary Rehabilitation and Physiotherapy

1.1.2. Species Susceptible to be Treated with Physiotherapy
1.1.3. Objectives of Physiotherapy
1.1.4. Techniques in Veterinary Physiotherapy
1.1.5. Indications of Physiotherapy

1.2. Morphology, Structure and Function 

1.2.1. Bone
1.2.2. Joints
1.2.3. Muscle 

1.3. The Skeleton of the Dog. Important Anatomical Bone References

1.3.1. Head and Vertebrae
1.3.2. Thoracic Limb
1.3.3. Pelvic Limb

1.4. Head and Neck Muscle

1.4.1. Head Muscles
1.4.2. Motor Muscles of the Head
1.4.3. Neck Muscles

1.5. Trunk and Tail Muscles

1.5.1. Muscles of the Spine
1.5.2. Thoracic Muscles
1.5.3. Abdominal Muscles
1.5.4. Tail Muscles

1.6. Thoracic Limb Muscles

1.6.1. Thoracic Girdle Muscles
1.6.2. Shoulder Muscles
1.6.3. Elbow Muscles
1.6.4. Muscles of Carpus and Fingers

1.7. Pelvic Limb Muscles

1.7.1. Pelvic Girdle Muscles
1.7.2. Muscles of the Hip
1.7.3. Muscles of the knee
1.7.4. Muscles of Tarsus and Fingers

1.8. Innervation and Vascularization

1.8.1. Brachial Plexus
1.8.2. Lumbosacral Plexus
1.8.3. Other Important Nerves

1.9. Skeletal Muscle Contraction

1.9.1. Mechanism of Muscle Contraction
1.9.2. Types of Muscle Contraction
1.9.3. Definitions 

1.10. Physiology of Inflammation

1.10.1. What Is Inflammation?
1.10.2. Phases of Inflammation
1.10.3. Tissue Repair

Module 2. Biomechanics. Functional Assessment

2.1. Overall Functional Assessment

2.1.1. Patient Identification
2.1.2. Qualitative and Quantitative Assessment of the Patient
2.1.3. Assessment of Skin, Subcutaneous Tissue and Musculature

2.1.3.1. Muscle Modifications

2.2. Assessment of Gait and Static Positioning

2.2.1. Dynamic Physical Examination

2.2.1.1. Characteristics of the Gait

2.2.2. Static Physical Evaluation

2.3. Functional Examination of Locomotor System: Forelimb

2.3.1. Shoulder
2.3.2. Elbow
2.3.3. Carpus and Metacarpus
2.3.4. Phalanges

2.4. Functional Examination of Locomotor System: Hind Limb

2.4.1. Hip

2.4.1.1. Techniques Used in Hip Examination

2.4.2. Knee
2.4.3. Tarsus and Metatarsus
2.4.4. Brief Mention of the Bioarth Scale

2.5. Functional Examination of the Spine

2.5.1. Cervical Spine
2.5.2. Thoracic Spine
2.5.3. Lumbar and Sacral Spine

2.6. Biomechanics

2.6.1. Basis of Biomechanics
2.6.2. Dempster Diagram
2.6.3. Free Body Diagram

2.7. Motor Gesture and Background Automatism

2.7.1. Motor Gesture
2.7.2. Bottom Automatism

2.8. Levers and Pulleys

2.8.1. Newton's Laws
2.8.2. Lever System
2.8.3. Types of Levers
2.8.4. Pulleys

2.9. Functional Assessment Most Frequent Forelimb and Spine Injuries

2.9.1. Forelimb

2.9.1.1. Elbow Dysplasia

2.9.2. Rachis

2.9.2.1. Hernia in Thoracolumbar Region
2.9.2.2. Cauda Equina Syndrome

2.10. Functional Assessment of the Most Frequently Occurring Hindlimb Injuries

2.10.1. Hindlimb

2.10.1.1. Hip Dysplasia
2.10.1.2. Patella Dislocation
2.10.1.3. Ruptured Anterior Cruciate Ligament of the Knee

Module 3. Physiology of Pain. Neurological Evaluation

3.1. Introduction

3.1.1. What is Pain?
3.1.2. How to Identify Pain
3.1.3. How to Quantify Pain
3.1.4. Perception of Pain in Different Organs and Tissues

3.2. Types of Pain

3.2.1. Classification of the Types of Pain
3.2.2. Terminology Related to Pain
3.2.3. Components of Pain

3.3. Neurophysiology of Pain

3.3.1. Transduction
3.3.2. Transmission
3.3.3. Modulation
3.3.4. Perception 

3.4. Chronic Pain and Related Types of Pain

3.4.2. Neurophysiology of Chronic Pain
3.4.2. Pain Due to Osteoarthrosis (OA) 
3.4.2. Neuropathic Pain
3.4.2. Myofascial Pain

3.5. The Role of Rehabilitation in Pain Management 

3.5.1. Review of Pain Inhibition Mechanisms
3.5.2. Analgesic Therapies Used in Rehabilitation
3.5.3. Management of the Patient with Acute Pain
3.5.4. Management of the Chronic Pain Patient

3.6. Neurological Evaluation I 

3.6.1. Introduction
3.6.2. Motor System: Review of the Concepts of Upper Motor Neuron and Lower Motor Neuron.
3.6.3. Sensory System: Review of Cranial Nerves and Spinal Nerves

3.7. Neurological Evaluation II

3.7.1. Review
3.7.2. Observation of Mental State
3.7.3. Behavioral Assessment
3.7.4. Posture Observation
3.7.5. Gait Evaluation 

3.8. Neurological Evaluation III. Neurological Tests

3.8.1. Evaluation of Cranial Nerves
3.8.2. Evaluation of Spinal Reflexes
3.8.3. Postural Reaction Tests

3.9. Neurological Evaluation III

3.9.1. Evaluation of Cranial Nerves
3.9.2. Postural Reactions
3.9.3. Evaluation of Cranial Nerves

3.10. Neurological Patient

3.10.1. General Care. 
3.10.2. Postural Rehabilitation Exercises
3.10.3. Neurological Facilitation Exercises

A extensive in-depth educational program specially designed to guide you towards professional success’’