Eligibility : Passed Class X Board Exam.
Duration: 12 Months
Course Outline:Introduction to Anatomy/Physiology, Osteology (Skeleton system - bones & cartilage), Orthology (joints, ligaments), Myology (regarding muscle), Definition of Physiotherapy, Electrotherapy, modalities used for physiotherapy, Thermotherapy (hot packs, Wax bath), Infra-red radiation, Cryotheraphy (physiological effects - ice pack, cold pack, ice towels, ice bath, ice cube massage, vapo coolant sprays etc), Deep heating agent, exercise therapy and Yoga, Physiological effects, Massage therapy and rehabilitation, medical/physiotherapy law and ethics, exercise physiology, diagnostic imaging for physiotherapist, physiotherapy in obstetrics, gynaecology, orthopedics and sports, physiotherapy in general medicine and surgery, physiotherapy in Neurology, grammatology and Psychosomatic disorder, health promotion and fitness, physiotherapy in cardiovascular, pulmonary and intensive care, community physiotherapy.
Work Area:Assistant Physiotherapist in the Healthcare Industry is also known as Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA). Assistant Physiotherapist works alongside qualified physiotherapists, assisting in the rehabilitation of patients suffering from reduced mobility. Key tasks of an Assistant Physiotherapist include setting up equipment, preparing clients for therapy and demonstrating mobility aids and exercises.