An innovative and comprehensive qualification thanks to which you will be able to perfect your skills in the use of electrotherapy on patients with various neurological deficits" 

The consequences of, for example, spinal cord injury have serious effects on the physical health of the patient. It is a condition that, like its counterparts, causes disability and atrophy, interfering with the ability to move, limiting muscle mass and promoting the development of associated comorbidities such as diabetes or cardiovascular disease. Despite the fact that, until relatively recently, this type of pathologies could not be treated due to the lack of knowledge in the neurological area, the truth is that the countless investigations that have been carried out in this regard have allowed the development of increasingly effective physiotherapeutic guidelines, as is the case of Electrotherapy.  

For this reason, and in order that professionals in this field can learn in detail about its novelties, TECH, together with a team versed in Neurorehabilitation has developed a comprehensive program with which they can learn in detail the developments related to this technique in the high frequency modality, with special emphasis on the physical fundamentals involved in it, its effects, its contraindications and the possibilities of its application in the current clinical context. In addition, the program focuses on electrostimulation as an innovative strategy for muscle strengthening, taking as a reference the anatomy and currents to be applied in each part of the body. Finally, the graduates will be able to update their knowledge in non-invasive brain stimulation, allowing them to implement the most effective protocols in their physiotherapeutic practice, depending on the patient's characteristics. 

This way, in only 6 months of 100% online academic experience, you will have the opportunity to work intensively on updating your knowledge through a multidisciplinary syllabus designed by professionals versed in Neurological Electrotherapy. In addition, you will have real clinical cases and diverse additional material to delve in a personalized way in the different sections of the content. This will provide you with a tailor-made academic experience with which you will be able to perfect your professional skills in only 475 hours.

You will have access to 475 hours of diverse content: From the best syllabus to real clinical cases and multidisciplinary additional material of the highest quality”

This Postgraduate diploma in Application of Electrotherapy in the Neurological Patient contains the most complete and up-to-date scientific program on the market. Its most notable features are:

• 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

An opportunity to update you on the contraindications of shortwave in different types of patients, as well as on its alternatives depending on the characteristics of the pathology"

The program’s teaching staff includes professionals from 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 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 student will be assisted by an innovative interactive video system created by renowned and experienced experts.

You will work intensively on a concrete and exhaustive update in relation to muscle contraction and the different structures: Sarcomere, of the motor plate, etc"

The structure of this program is composed of 475 hours of theoretical, practical and additional content, the latter presented in a variety of ways: Detailed videos, dynamic summaries, research articles, supplementary readings, images and much more. All of this has been compacted in a convenient and flexible 100% online format thanks to which the graduates will be able to access the course of this program whenever they want and from anywhere, without limits or schedules during the 6 months in which this Postgraduate diploma is distributed.

Do you know the Relearning methodology? Thanks to their use in the development of the content of this program, you will witness a natural and progressive upgrade of your knowledge without even realizing it!"

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. Short Wave: Capacitive Application Mode.
1.4.2. Short Wave: Inductive Application Mode
1.4.3. Short Wave: 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 Applications of Shortwave: Pathology Phase and Protocols

1.6. Contraindications of Shortwave

1.6.1. Absolute Contraindications
1.6.2. Relative Contraindications
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 Contraindications
1.8.2. Relative Contraindications

1.9. Fundamentals of Techartherapy

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

1.10. Practical Applications of Techartherapy

1.10.1. Arthrosis
1.10.2. Myalgia
1.10.3. Muscle Fibrillar Rupture
1.10.4. Post-puncture Pain of Myofascial Trigger Points
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 Contraindications
1.11.2. Relative Contraindications

Module 2. Electrostimulation in the Neurological Patient

2.1. Principles of Muscle Contraction

2.1.1. Introduction to Muscle Contraction
2.1.2. Types of Muscles
2.1.3. Muscle Characteristics
2.1.4. Muscle Functions
2.1.5. Neuromuscular Electro Stimulation

2.2. Sarcomere Structure

2.2.1. Introduction
2.2.2. Sarcomere Functions
2.2.3. Sarcomere Structure
2.2.4. Sliding Filament Theory

2.3. Motor Plate Structure

2.3.1. Motor Unit Concept
2.3.2. Concept of Neuromuscular Junction and Motor Plate
2.3.3. Structure of the Neuromuscular Junction
2.3.4. Neuromuscular Transmission and Muscle Contraction

2.4. Type of Muscle Contraction

2.4.1. Concept of Muscle Contraction
2.4.2. Types of Contraction
2.4.3. Isotonic Muscle Contraction
2.4.4. Isometric Muscle Contraction
2.4.5. Relationship between Strength and Endurance in Contractions.
2.4.6. Auxotonic and Isokinetic Contractions

2.5. Types of Muscle Fibers

2.5.1. Types of Muscle Fibers
2.5.2. Slow-Twitch Fibers or Type I Fibers
2.5.3. Fast-Twitch Fibers or Type II Fibers

2.6. Main Neuromuscular Injuries

2.6.1. Neuromuscular Disease Concept
2.6.2. Etiology of Neuromuscular Diseases
2.6.3. Neuromuscular Junction Injury and NMD
2.6.4. Major Neuromuscular Injuries or Diseases

2.7. Principles of Electromyography

2.7.1. Electromyography Concept
2.7.2. Development of Electromyography
2.7.3. Electromyographic Study Protocol
2.7.4. Electromyography Methods

2.8. Main Excitomotor Currents. Neo-Faradic Currents

2.8.1. Definition of Excitomotor Current and Main Types of Excitomotor Currents
2.8.2. Factors Influencing the Neuromuscular Response
2.8.3. Exitomotor Currents Most Commonly Used Neo-Faradic Currents

2.9. Excitomotor Interferential Currents. Kotz Currents

2.9.1. Kotz Currents or Russian Currents
2.9.2. Most Relevant Parameters in Kotz Currents
2.9.3. Strengthening Protocol Described with Russian Current
2.9.4. Differences between Low Frequency and Medium Frequency Electrostimulation

2.10. Electrostimulation Applications in Uro-Gynecologic

2.10.1. Electrostimulation and Urogynecology
2.10.2. Types of Electrostimulation in Urogynecology
2.10.3. Placement of Electrodes
2.10.4. Mechanism of Action

2.11. Practical Applications

2.11.1. Recommendations for the Application of Excitomotor currents
2.11.2. Techniques of Application of Excitomorphic Currents
2.11.3. Examples of Work Protocols Described in Scientific Literature

2.12. Contraindications

2.12.1. Contraindications for the Use of Electrostimulation for Muscle Strengthening
2.12.2. Recommendations for Safe Electrostimulation Practice

Module 3. Non-Invasive Brain Stimulation

3.1. Non-Invasive Brain Stimulation: Introduction

3.1.1. Introduction to Non-Invasive Brain Stimulation
3.1.2. Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation

3.1.2.1. Introduction to Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation
3.1.2.2. Mechanisms of action
3.1.2.3. Stimulation Protocols

3.1.2.3.1. Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation with Single and Paired Pulses
3.1.2.3.2. Location of the Stimulation Site “Hot Spot”
3.1.2.3.3. Repetitive Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation
3.1.2.3.4. Simple Repetitive Pattern Stimulation
3.1.2.3.5. Theta-Burst Stimulation (TBS)
3.1.2.3.6. Quadripulse Stimulation (QPS)
3.1.2.3.7. Paired Associative Stimulation (PAS)

3.1.2.4. Security/Safety
3.1.2.5. Therapeutic Applications

3.1.3. Conclusions
3.1.4. Bibliography

3.2. Transcranial Direct Current

3.2.1. Transcranial Direct Current

3.2.1.1. Introduction to Transcranial Direct Current
3.2.1.2. Mechanism of Action
3.2.1.3. Security/Safety
3.2.1.4. Procedures
3.2.1.5. Applications
3.2.1.6. Other Forms of Transcranial Electrical Stimulation

3.2.2. Transcranial Neuromodulation Combined with other Therapeutic Interventions
3.2.3. Conclusions
3.2.4. Bibliography

The time has come to make a decision. Bet on this program and take a decisive step towards physiotherapeutic innovation through a program adapted to the demands of the profession and the market"