You will easily update your knowledge in Applied Phytotherapy thanks to the specialized and referential teaching staff that teaches this program"

The current challenge of phytotherapy is to achieve greater effectiveness in the treatment of certain pathologies. Scientific advances in this field have consolidated this discipline, which has been allied in recent years with new technologies to achieve greater precision in treatments. In addition, studies have shown positive results in dermatology, parasitic diseases or musculoskeletal conditions. It is precisely in this area where the physiotherapist finds in phytotherapy a tremendously useful tool to complete the patient's recovery.  

According to recent scientific postulates, the most frequent ailments in the lumbar and cervical spine or joint injuries such as arthritis or rheumatism can be effectively treated with phytotherapy. Thus, the progress in this field and the greater acceptance by the population in this type of therapies have led TECH to design this professional master’s degree, which offers the professional the most current and relevant information. 

For this purpose, the specialist will have a team of professionals versed in this field, who will bring them closer, throughout 12 months, to the most advanced and current knowledge on Advances in Applied Phytotherapy . Through multimedia teaching resources, the students will be able to deepen in a much more dynamic way in the progress of phytotherapy in the treatment of muscular contractures, gout, sarcopenia or as an anti-inflammatory action in joint pain. Likewise, the case studies provided by the teaching staff of this program will bring the professional closer to situations where they can implement this discipline in their usual clinical practice.  

TECH also offers a quality university qualification that can be accessed at any time of the day from a device with an internet connection. In addition, the professional has the option of distributing the teaching load according to their needs, thus allowing them to combine a program that is at the academic forefront with the most demanding responsibilities. 

You will learn about the latest advances in the cultivation, harvesting, processing and conservation of medicinal plants and their effectiveness in certain pathologies"

This professional master’s degree in Advances in Applied Phytotherapy contains the most complete and up-to-date scientific program on the market. The most important features include: 

• Practical case studies are presented by experts in Phytotherapy
• The graphic, schematic, and practical contents with which they are created, provide scientific and practical information on the disciplines that are essential for professional practice
• Practical exercises where self-assessment can be used to improve learning
• Its special emphasis on innovative 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  

With this professional master’s degree, you will be able to update your knowledge on the proper use of plant-based drugs and plant toxicity"  

The program’s teaching staff includes professionals from the sector who contribute their work experience to this 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 knowledge programmed to learn 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 throughout the program. For this purpose, the student will be assisted by an innovative interactive video system created by renowned and experienced experts.  

With this qualification, you will learn more about the active plant ingredients in the treatment of cardiovascular problems"

You will have access 24 hours a day to the most advanced and current multimedia content on the application of phytotherapy in patients with osteoarthritis problems"

TECH has created this professional master’s degree with the main objective of providing the physiotherapy professional with the latest knowledge in the field of Applied Phytotherapy. To do this, it provides students with the most current pedagogical tools, allowing them to delve into the innovations in this field in a more visual and attractive way. In addition, you will be accompanied by a specialized teaching team, to successfully achieve these goals of updating.   

TECH has designed a university program that will keep you up to date with scientific studies and progress in Applied Phytotherapy"

General Objectives

• Define the therapeutic limits of Phytotherapy and identify the cases in which it can be used safely 
• Describe the use of Phytotherapy oriented to the satisfaction of the needs derived from the patient's health problems and the prevention of complications, guaranteeing a safe and quality practice 
• Solve cases related to the field of phytotherapy 
• Explain the use and indication of medical devices, food supplements and/or drugs, assessing the expected benefits and associated risks.  
• Apply theoretical knowledge in daily practice 

Specific Objectives

Module 1. Phytotherapy and Herbal Medicines 

• Define what a drug is and distinguish it from an active ingredient 
• Explain the protocols for drug recognition 
• Define the main chemical groups of active ingredients, which are responsible for the activity of drugs and by extension of plants 
• Explain techniques for the cultivation, collection, processing and conservation of medicinal plants 
• Identify botanical nomenclature and species citation 
• Classify plant groups according to current regulations 
• Define the medicinal utility of mushrooms
• Explain the legislation and regulation in relation to phytotherapy 

Module 2. Active Ingredients of the Plants, Pharmaceutical Forms and Galenic Preparations

• Explain the application of the magistral formulation in phytotherapy
• Explain the industrial processing of herbal medicines 
• Define the main groups and properties with relation to the active ingredients
• Define the therapeutic application of phenols, flavonoids, tannins, isoprenoids, resins, alkaloids and other products

Module 3. Toxicity of Medicinal Plants and Risk Groups in Phytotherapy 

• Explain the toxicity of medicinal plants so that treatments are safe 
• Identify the therapeutic limits of phytotherapy in special groups of patients 
• Describe the pharmaceutical forms used in phytotherapy 
• Elaborate and select the most appropriate form according to the condition and treatment 

Module 4. Phytotherapy for Nervous System Disorders

• Phytotherapy in the Treatment of Anxiety and Sleep Disorders 
• Phytotherapy in the Treatment of Stress and Asthenia 
• Phytotherapy for the Treatment of Depression 
• Phytotherapy in the Treatment of Headaches 
• Phytotherapy in Patients with Cognitive Disorders 

Module 5. Phytotherapy for Endocrine, Metabolic and Digestive System Disorders 

• Define the usefulness of phytotherapy in the treatment of gastritis and ulcers 
• Define the usefulness of phytotherapy in the treatment of obesity and overweight
• Define the usefulness of phytotherapy in the treatment of diabetes
• Define the usefulness of phytotherapy in patients with inflammatory bowel disease
• Explain the phytotherapy treatments and the therapeutic limits in the most frequent digestive tract disorders
• Describe phytotherapy treatments and therapeutic limits in endocrine and metabolic disorders 

Module 6. Phytotherapy for Disorders of the Locomotor System

• Define the usefulness of phytotherapy in the treatment of arthritis 
• Define the usefulness of phytotherapy in the treatment of arthrosis
• Define the usefulness of phytotherapy in the treatment of joint pain 
• Identify muscle that act as relaxant medicinal plants for the treatment of muscle contractions 
• Define the usefulness of phytotherapy in the treatment of arthrosis
• Identify and classify remineralizing medicinal plants 
• Explain the phytotherapy treatments and therapeutic limits in locomotor system disorders 

Module 7. Phytotherapy for Cardiovascular and Respiratory Diseases 

• Define the usefulness of phytotherapy in the treatment of heart failure 
• Define the usefulness of phytotherapy in the treatment of arterial hypertension 
• Define the usefulness of phytotherapy in the treatment of venous insufficiency 
• Define the usefulness of phytotherapy in the treatment of coughs 
• Describe phytotherapy treatments and therapeutic limits in cardiovascular conditions 
• Describe the phytotherapy treatments and therapeutic limits in respiratory system disorders 
  Define the usefulness of phytotherapy in the treatment of allergic respiratory processes 

Module 8. Phytotherapy for Gynecological and Urinary System Affections  

• Describe phytotherapy treatments and therapeutic limits in urinary system disorders, especially in BPH 
• Know the phytotherapy treatments and therapeutic limits in gynecological conditions such as menopause 

Module 9. Dermatological Phytotherapy 

• Describe phytotherapy treatments and therapeutic limits in skin conditions 
• Describe the phytotherapy treatments and therapeutic limits in scalp disorders 
• Explain the relationship between cosmetics and phytotherapy, and their application 

Module 10. Other Applications of Phytotherapy: Immunomodulatory Phytotherapy, Phytotherapy for Pathologies of the Sensory Organs, Phytotherapy for Parasitic Diseases and Aromatherapy

• Define the therapeutic limits of aromatherapy, its application and associated risks 
• Explain the activity of medicinal plants on the immune system and their possible application in certain pathologies related to the immune system 
• Define the application of phytotherapy in pathologies of the sense organs 

Learn more about the main applications of phytotherapy in patients with muscular pain from the comfort of your computer at any time of the day"