Course Description:

Certification Course in Sports Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation (Sports Fellowship)

This advanced program is designed to provide aspiring sports physiotherapists and rehabilitation specialists with in-depth knowledge and hands-on training to excel in sports injury management and rehabilitation. The curriculum is meticulously crafted to address every aspect of sports physiotherapy, from foundational principles to advanced manual therapy techniques, ensuring participants are well-equipped to support athletes in recovery and performance enhancement.

Key Features:

Comprehensive Foundations:
Explore essential concepts, including muscle physiology, tissue repair, biomechanics, and functional anatomy, forming the cornerstone of effective sports injury management.

Sports Injury Management:
Learn to classify sports injuries, understand their pathophysiology, and address both acute and chronic conditions while considering the psychological impact on athletes.

Advanced Techniques and Hands-On Training:
Master critical rehabilitation methods, such as:

Taping and Bracing: Kinesiology, rigid, and sports taping techniques.

Soft Tissue Mobilization: Techniques like IASTM, trigger point release, MFR, sports massage, and fascial reorganization.

Manual Therapy: Advanced approaches, including Krishna Kinematic Manual Therapy.

Dry Needling: Basic and advanced techniques for injury and pain management.

Rehabilitation Protocols:
Develop tailored plans focusing on pain relief, flexibility, strength, endurance, proprioception, and functional training to prepare athletes for a safe return to competition.

Specialized Modules:
Gain insights into sports nutrition, emergency action plans (EAP), and rehabilitation approaches for children, older athletes, female participants, and athletes with disabilities.

Holistic Athlete Care:
Address medical issues, professional roles, and psychological considerations in sports and exercise, ensuring comprehensive athlete recovery and performance optimization.

Curriculum Highlights:

Foundations of Sports Injury Management:
Muscle physiology, tendon and ligament repair, biomechanics, tissue healing, and functional anatomy.

Sports Injury Classification and Pathophysiology:
Classification of injuries, causes of acute and chronic conditions, psychological effects, and specific injuries (spine, shoulder, knee, foot, and more).

Rehabilitation Techniques:

Taping and bracing for injury prevention and support.

Dry needling for pain and recovery.

Soft tissue mobilization techniques, including trigger point release, MET, and active release.

Diagnosis and Pain Management:
Differential diagnosis, understanding injury mechanisms, motor control, therapeutic modalities, and pain management strategies.

Advanced Manual Therapy:
Krishna Kinematic Manual Therapy and other evidence-based techniques for injury treatment and recovery.

Functional Rehabilitation and Return to Sport:
Strength, endurance, flexibility, and functional training for athletes to safely return to training and competition.

Special Populations:
Rehabilitation considerations for children, older adults, active women, and athletes with disabilities.

Emergency Action Plans (EAP):
Learn the components and execution of effective emergency plans, including roles of key personnel like doctors, physiotherapists, and alternative therapists.

This course equips participants with the skills and knowledge needed to thrive as sports physiotherapists and rehabilitation specialists. From managing injuries to optimizing performance, this program prepares you to make a meaningful impact in the world of sports physiotherapy.