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Advance PT - Special Populations
Fitness professionals are constantly encountering people who have ailments, illnesses & injuries. It is important to understand these conditions and know what is indicated & contra-indicated vis-à-vis exercise in each condition.
Orientation on special population

  • Orthopedic  problems dealt with joint wise - Spine, Shoulder, Elbow, Wrist, Hip, Knee, Ankle
  • Inflammatory diseases of the joints, Fractures, Dislocations, Injuries of ligaments and muscles specific to each joint, Problems related to abnormal posture (affecting the spine and other joints)
  • Basic introduction to common health problems & defining them:
    • Diabetes mellitus
    • Hypoglycemia
    • Hypertension
    • Low BP
    • Heart problems
    • Gynecological problems
    • Arthritis of the common types (Osteo/Rheumatoid)
    • Gout
    • Spinal problems
    • Obesity
    • Asthma
    • Epileptic Seizures
    • Multiple Sclerosis
    • Osteoporosis
  • Immediate action & first aid in case of-
    • Strains, Sprains, Dislocation, Spinal injury, Muscle tear
    • Dizzy spells (From Hypoglycemia, drop in BP, Heat exhaustion),
    • Dehydration (Correct rehydration techniques) 
    • Epileptic fits
    • Cardiac arrests
    • First aid maneuver, tying of slings, bandages, immobilizers
    • Applying Ice, compression & elevation
    • Technique of carrying or lifting the injured person depending on nature of injury
    • CPR
    • BP readings with Sphygmomanometer

Duration: 1 Month
 
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