Why study at TECH?

Keeping up to date with the latest developments in high frequency Electrotherapy will be a very easy task to carry out thanks to this Postgraduate diploma" 

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Until a few years ago, finding a non-invasive, simple physiotherapeutic technique that did not cause side effects for the treatment of muscular injuries such as atrophy, contractures or paralysis, among others, as well as their comorbidities (headaches, cognitive problems, reduced mobility, etc.) was an impossible task.

However, thanks to the development of Electrotherapy and its multiple analgesic techniques, it has been feasible to effectively address countless pathologies through electrical stimulation pulses to the sensory nerves, achieving a considerable decrease in pain and becoming an effective alternative to traditional anti-inflammatory and relaxing pharmacological treatments. 

However, this is an area that contemplates a wide range of possibilities, not only because of the different techniques that exist, but also because of the specificity of its application depending on the characteristics of the patient. Therefore, TECH has considered necessary the development of a program that serves as a guide to the professional physiotherapists in their update, compacting in a qualification the most comprehensive and innovative information related to ultrasound therapy and high-frequency electrotherapy. In this way, the graduates will be able to delve into its technical recommendations, as well as the advantages and benefits of its use according to the patient's condition, giving them the guidelines to improve their skills based on the use of the most innovative therapeutic tools that exist today.  

All this 100% online through 450 hours of theoretical, practical and additional content, the latter presented in various formats: research articles, complementary readings, news, dynamic summaries, detailed videos, self-knowledge exercises, images, dynamic summaries and much more. You will also be supported by a team of Physiotherapy faculty whose expertise will help guide you through the program and help you get the most out of it. 

A multidisciplinary program with which you will be able to approach ultrasound therapy from the base and up to the most innovative concepts, so that you will be updated in its use in a guaranteed way" 

This Postgraduate diploma in Electrotherapy and Analgesia contains the most complete and up-to-date scientific program on the market. The most important features include: 

  • The development of practical cases presented by experts in Physiotherapy and Electrotherapy
  • 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 the self-assessment process can be carried out 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

You will work intensively in the achievement of the best analgesic effects through electrotherapy and the most innovative techniques for its use"

The program’s teaching staff includes professionals from the field who contribute their work experience to this educational 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 education 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 during the academic year For this purpose, the students will be assisted by an innovative interactive video system created by renowned and experienced experts.     

You will have access to 450 hours of the best theoretical, practical and additional content to expand each section of the syllabus in a personalized way based on your own requirements"

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A program that will give you the keys to master nociception based on the updated knowledge of the main receptors and the ascending trigeminal pathways"

Syllabus

The syllabus of this program has been designed by the teaching team, since they are professionals versed in the physiotherapeutic field and in the use of the main Electrotherapy tools, they know what information the graduates must master in order to carry out an updated and top level praxis. Thanks to this, it has been possible to create a complete and intensive syllabus, as well as dozens of hours of additional material to expand each section of it according to your needs and requirements, adapting this academic experience to all students. 

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You will have the opportunity to update your ultrasound treatment methodology through the indications of the latest studies in clinical electrotherapy"  

Module 1. High Frequency Electrotherapy 

1.1. Physical Fundamentals of High Frequency 
1.2. Physiological Effects of High Frequency 

1.2.1. Athermal Effects 
1.2.2. Thermal Effects 

1.3. Therapeutic Effects of High Frequency 

1.3.1. Athermal Effects 
1.3.2. Thermal Effects 

1.4. Shortwave Fundamentals 

1.4.1. Shortwave: Capacitive Application Mode 
1.4.2. Shortwave: Inductive Application Mode
1.4.3. Shortwave: Pulsed Emission Mode 

1.5. Practical Applications of Shortwave 

1.5.1. Practical Applications of Continuous Shortwave 
1.5.2. Practical Applications of Pulsed Shortwave 
1.5.3. Practical Shortwave Applications: Pathology Phase and Protocols 

1.6. Contraindications of Shortwave 

1.6.1. Absolute Contra-indications 
1.6.2. Relative Contra-indications 
1.6.3. Precautions and Safety Measures 

1.7. Practical Applications of the Microwave 

1.7.1. Microwave Basics 
1.7.2. Practical Microwave Considerations 
1.7.3. Practical Applications of Continuous Microwave 
1.7.4. Practical Applications of Pulsed Microwave 
1.7.5. Microwave Treatment Protocols 

1.8. Contraindications of the Microwave 

1.8.1. Absolute Contra-indications 
1.8.2. Relative Contra-indications 

1.9. Fundamentals of Techartherapy 

1.9.1. Physiological Effects of Techarterapy 
1.9.2. Dosage of Tecartherapy Treatment 

1.10. Practical Applications of Techartherapy 

1.10.1. Arthrosis 
1.10.2. Myalgia 
1.10.3. Muscle Fibrillar Rupture 
1.10.4. Myofascial Trigger Point Postpuncture Pain 
1.10.5. Tendinopathy 
1.10.6. Tendon Rupture (Post-Surgical Period) 
1.10.7. Wound Healing 
1.10.8. Keloid Scars 
1.10.9. Edema Drainage 
1.10.10. Post-Exercise Recovery 

1.11. Contraindications of Techartherapy 

1.11.1. Absolute Contra-indications 
1.11.2. Relative Contra-indications 

Module 2. Ultrasound Therapy in Physiotherapy 

2.1. Physical Principles of Ultrasound Therapy 

2.1.1. Definition of Ultrasound Therapy 
2.1.2. Main Physical Principles of Ultrasound Therapy 

2.2. Physiological Effects of Ultrasound Therapy 

2.2.1. Mechanisms of Action of Therapeutic Ultrasound 
2.2.2. Therapeutic Effects of Ultrasound Therapy 

2.3. Main Parameters of Ultrasound Therapy 
2.4. Practical Applications 

2.4.1. Ultrasound Treatment Methodology 
2.4.2. Practical Applications and Indications of Ultrasound Therapy 
2.4.3. Ultrasound Therapy Research Studies 

2.5. Ultrasonophoresis 

2.5.1. Definition of Ultrasonophoresis 
2.5.2. Mechanisms of Ultrasonophoresis 
2.5.3. Factors on Which the Effectiveness of Ultrasonophoresis Depends 
2.5.4. Ultrasonophoresis Considerations to Take into Account 
2.5.5. Research Studies on Ultrasonophoresis 

2.6. Contraindications to Ultrasound Therapy 

2.6.1. Absolute Contra-indications 
2.6.2. Relative Contra-indications 
2.6.3. Precautions 
2.6.4. Recommendations 
2.6.5. Contraindications to Ultrasonophoresis 

2.7. High Frequency Ultrasound Therapy (HFUPT) 

2.7.1. Definition of HFPW Therapy 
2.7.2. Parameters of HFPW Therapy and HIFU Therapy 

2.8. Practical Applications of High Frequency Ultrasound Therapy 

2.8.1. Indications for HFPW and HIFU Therapy 
2.8.2. HFPW and HIFU Therapy Research Studies 

2.9. Contraindications to High Frequency Ultrasound Therapy 

Module 3. Electrotherapy and Analgesia 

3.1. Definition of Pain. Concept of Nociception 

3.1.1. Definition of Pain 

3.1.1.1. Characteristics of Pain 
3.1.1.2. Other Concepts and Definitions Related to Pain 
3.1.1.3. Types of Pain 

3.1.2. Concept of Nociception 

3.1.2.1. Peripheral Part of the Nociceptive System 
3.1.2.2. Central Part of the Nociceptive System 

3.2. Main Nociceptive Receptors 

3.2.1. Nociceptor Classification 

3.2.1.1. According to Driving Speed 
3.2.1.2. According to Location 
3.2.1.3. According to Stimulation Modality

3.2.2. Functioning of Nociceptors 

3.3. Main Nociceptive Pathways 

3.3.1. Basic Structure of the Nervous System 
3.3.2. Ascending Spinal Pathways 

3.3.2.1. Spinothalamic Tract (TET) 
3.3.2.2. Spinoreticular Tract (SRT) 
3.3.2.3. Spinomesencephalic Tract (SMT) 

3.3.3. Trigeminal Ascending Pathways 

3.3.3.1. Trigeminothalamic Tract or Trigeminal Lemniscus 

3.3.4. Sensitivity and Nerve Pathways 

3.3.4.1. Exteroceptive Sensitivity 
3.3.4.2. Proprioceptive Sensitivity 
3.3.4.3. Interoceptive Sensitivity 
3.3.4.4. Other Fascicles Related to Sensory Pathways 

3.4. Transmitter Mechanisms of Nociceptive Regulation 

3.4.1. Transmission at the Spinal Cord Level (PHSC) 
3.4.2. APME Neuron Characteristics 
3.4.3. Redex Lamination 
3.4.4. Biochemistry of Transmission at the PHSC Level

3.4.4.1. Presynaptic and Postsynaptic Channels and Receptors 
3.4.4.2. Transmission at the Level of Ascending Spinal Tract 
3.4.4.3. Spinothalamic Tract (TET) 
3.4.4.4. Transmission at the Level of the Thalamus 
3.4.4.5. Ventral Posterior Nucleus (VPN) 
3.4.4.6. Medial Dorsal Nucleus (MDN) 
3.4.4.7. Intralaminar Nuclei 
3.4.4.8. Posterior Region 
3.4.4.9. Transmission at the Level of the Cerebral Cortex 
3.4.4.10. Primary Somatosensory Area (S1) 
3.4.4.11. Secondary Somatosensory or Association Area (S2) 

3.4.5. Gate Control 

3.4.5.1. Modulation Segmental Level 
3.4.5.2. Suprasegmental Modulation 
3.4.5.3. Considerations 
3.4.5.4. Review of Gate Control Theory 
3.4.6. Descending Routes 
3.4.6.1. Brainstem Modulatory Centers 
3.4.6.2. Diffuse Noxious Inhibitory Control (DNIC) 

3.5. Modulating Effects of Electrotherapy 

3.5.1. Pain Modulation Levels 
3.5.2. Neuronal Plasticity 
3.5.3. Sensory Pathway Theory of Pain 
3.5.4. Electrotherapy Models 

3.6. High Frequency and Analgesia 

3.6.1. Heat and Temperature 
3.6.2. Effects 
3.6.3. Application Techniques 
3.6.4. Dosage 

3.7. Low Frequency and Analgesia 

3.7.1. Selective Stimulation 
3.7.2. TENS and Gate Control 
3.7.3. Post-Excitatory Depression of the Orthosympathetic Nervous System 
3.7.4. Theory of Endorphin Release 
3.7.5. TENS Dosage 

3.8. Other Parameters Related to Analgesia 

3.8.1. Electrotherapy Effects 
3.8.2. Dosage in Electrotherapy 

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Do not miss the opportunity to update your physiotherapeutic practice with the best professionals and enroll now in this Postgraduate diploma"

Postgraduate Diploma in Electrotherapy and Analgesia

Medical treatments have evolved day by day with the aim of providing patients with optimal and efficient solutions that help treat different pathologies. Among these developments is electrical therapy, a procedure used to treat physiologies, inflammation and musculoskeletal injuries. To delve deeper into the study of this medical sector, at TECH we have developed a Postgraduate Diploma in Electrotherapy and Analgesia; an accredited program with which you will be an expert in applying electromagnetic fields and recovering areas of the body affected by chronic pain. This will allow you to know the correct application of analgesia to stimulate the nerve fiber and modulate the activity of different encephalic areas. In this way, you will be able to enhance your skills and treat musculoskeletal problems through the use of this medical technology. By completing this program you will obtain a multidisciplinary vision that will allow you to improve the practice of your profession.

Get a degree in the largest School of Physiotherapy

At TECH we have the latest educational technology, we provide you with an exceptional methodology that will allow you to revalue your profile with the best techniques on the market. Throughout 400 hours of learning taught in online format, you will specialize in promoting work strategies based on the comprehensive approach to the patient as a reference model in medical care. You will also gain the necessary knowledge to rehabilitate patients with neurological pathologies and treat injuries through the use of electrotherapeutic agents. Likewise, you will be able to deepen in the use of ultrasonophoresis and the indications of OPAF and HIFU therapy. This will allow you to know the mechanisms of muscle contraction and somatosensory transmission in order to understand the physicochemical basis of electrical therapy.

Take an online Postgraduate Diploma

By taking this postgraduate course you will learn about neuromusculoskeletal pathologies and the percutaneous analgesic techniques used for transcranial stimulation in patients with neurological pathologies or chronic pain. You will be able to develop simulated case studies that will help you to complement your curriculum and react to unforeseen events. At TECH Global University we have exceptional teaching methods; you will have at your fingertips an interactive learning system accompanied by theoretical lessons and participatory forums.