Physiotherapist Course

Lesson 1 • Physiotherapy Scope and Professional Ethics

Defines the professional boundaries, ethical frameworks, and regulatory expectations of physiotherapy practice. Prepares students to act with integrity and accountability from day one.

Lesson 2 • Anatomy and Physiology for Physiotherapists

Covers musculoskeletal, neurological, and cardiorespiratory anatomy relevant to movement and function. Provides the structural knowledge base required for all subsequent clinical assessment.

Lesson 3 • Evidence-Based Practice Fundamentals

Teaches critical appraisal of research literature and integration of evidence into clinical decisions. Equips students to evaluate intervention quality throughout their careers.

Lesson 1 • Clinical Reasoning Models

Introduces hypothetico-deductive and pattern recognition reasoning frameworks used in physiotherapy. Students apply these models to generate and test clinical hypotheses systematically.

Lesson 2 • Differential Diagnosis and Referral

Develops ability to distinguish physiotherapy-appropriate conditions from those requiring medical referral. Ensures patient safety through timely and accurate triage decisions.

Lesson 3 • Subjective Assessment and History Taking

Guides structured patient interviews to identify chief complaints, history, and red flags. Accurate history taking directs the physical examination and differential diagnosis.

Lesson 4 • Objective Physical Examination

Covers observation, palpation, range of motion, and neurological testing procedures. Objective findings are integrated with subjective data to form a clinical picture.

Lesson 1 • Spinal Assessment and Management

Covers cervical, thoracic, and lumbar spine examination and evidence-based treatment strategies. Spinal management integrates manual therapy, exercise, and patient education.

Lesson 2 • Lower Extremity Conditions

Examines hip, knee, ankle, and foot pathologies and their rehabilitation protocols. Biomechanical analysis informs individualised exercise and manual therapy selection.

Lesson 3 • Upper Extremity Conditions

Addresses shoulder, elbow, wrist, and hand pathologies with region-specific assessment and rehabilitation. Functional restoration is prioritised through progressive loading and manual techniques.

Lesson 4 • Therapeutic Exercise Prescription

Develops skills in designing individualised exercise programmes using load, volume, and progression principles. Exercise prescription is matched to patient capacity and rehabilitation phase.

Lesson 1 • Peripheral Nerve and Vestibular Conditions

Addresses peripheral neuropathies, nerve injuries, and vestibular disorders with targeted physiotherapy interventions. Vestibular rehabilitation restores gaze stability and reduces dizziness.

Lesson 2 • Stroke Rehabilitation

Addresses post-stroke impairments including hemiplegia, spasticity, and dysphagia using evidence-based rehabilitation approaches. Task-specific training drives neuroplastic rehabilitation.

Lesson 3 • Spinal Cord Injury Rehabilitation

Covers classification, functional goals, and rehabilitation strategies for complete and incomplete spinal cord injuries. Maximising independence and preventing secondary complications are central outcomes.

Lesson 4 • Parkinson's Disease Management

Teaches physiotherapy strategies targeting bradykinesia, rigidity, postural instability, and freezing of gait. Cueing and exercise programmes are tailored to disease stage.

Lesson 1 • Airway Clearance Techniques

Covers manual and device-assisted techniques to mobilise and clear secretions in acute and chronic respiratory conditions. Technique selection is matched to patient diagnosis and capacity.

Lesson 2 • Cardiac Rehabilitation

Covers phase-based cardiac rehabilitation following myocardial infarction, surgery, and heart failure. Students monitor exercise responses and progress patients safely through each phase.

Lesson 3 • Intensive Care and Acute Respiratory Management

Addresses physiotherapy roles in ICU including ventilator weaning, early mobilisation, and delirium prevention. Students apply safe handling protocols in high-acuity environments.

Lesson 4 • Cardiorespiratory Assessment

Teaches auscultation, spirometry interpretation, and exercise tolerance testing for cardiac and respiratory patients. Assessment findings direct airway clearance and exercise interventions.

Lesson 1 • Dementia and Cognitive Impairment

Addresses physiotherapy strategies for patients with dementia, including adapted communication and safe mobility programmes. Caregiver education is integral to maintaining function at home.

Lesson 2 • Geriatric Assessment and Frailty

Teaches comprehensive geriatric assessment including frailty screening, cognitive status, and polypharmacy awareness. Assessment findings guide safe and individualised rehabilitation planning.

Lesson 3 • Paediatric Neurological Conditions

Addresses cerebral palsy, spina bifida, and acquired brain injury in children using evidence-based physiotherapy. Goal-directed therapy maximises participation and functional independence.

Lesson 4 • Paediatric Developmental Assessment

Covers developmental milestones, standardised paediatric assessments, and family-centred care principles. Early identification of motor delays enables timely and effective intervention.

Lesson 1 • Performance Enhancement and Screening

Introduces physiotherapy's role in athletic performance screening, movement optimisation, and injury risk profiling. Students conduct pre-participation evaluations and design corrective programmes.

Lesson 2 • Soft Tissue and Tendon Rehabilitation

Covers evidence-based management of muscle strains, ligament sprains, and tendinopathies using progressive loading. Tendon rehabilitation applies continuum model principles to guide dosage.

Lesson 3 • Sports Injury Assessment and Triage

Covers sideline and clinic-based assessment of acute sports injuries including concussion and fracture screening. Rapid triage ensures appropriate management and safe return to play.

Lesson 4 • Load Management and Injury Prevention

Teaches training load monitoring, injury risk screening, and prevention programme design for athletes. Evidence-based prevention programmes reduce overuse and traumatic injury rates.

Lesson 1 • Quality Improvement in Physiotherapy

Teaches audit cycles, service evaluation, and quality improvement methodologies applicable to physiotherapy settings. Students identify gaps, implement changes, and measure impact on patient outcomes.

Lesson 2 • Clinical Supervision and Mentorship

Develops skills in supervising students and junior clinicians through structured feedback and reflective dialogue. Effective supervision improves team performance and patient safety culture.

Lesson 3 • Career Planning and Continuing Education

Guides students in mapping career pathways, identifying specialisation opportunities, and maintaining competence through lifelong learning. Professional portfolios document growth and achievement.

Lesson 4 • Research and Knowledge Translation

Builds skills in designing clinical research, translating findings into practice, and disseminating knowledge. Students contribute to the evidence base through project design and publication.