Physiotherapy Techniques for RVNs
A four module Flexi CPD course with Matt Scott
Module 1
An Introduction to Veterinary Physiotherapy
- Why is rehabilitation important?
- Benefits of rehabilitation
- Manual therapies
- Electrotherapy
- Thermal therapy
- Remedial exercise
- Physiotherapy for the neurological patient
- Physiotherapy for the orthopaedic patient
- Physiotherapy for the geriatric / osteoarthritic patient
- Physiotherapy for the respiratory patient
- Physiotherapy for the critically ill patient
Module 2
Veterinary Massage
- Overview of anatomy, physiology and terminology
- Why we massage and beneficial effects
- Massage techniques
- Effleurage
- Pettrisage
- Compression
- Friction
- Tapotment
- Chest percussion
- Considerations and contraindications
Module 3
Passive Range of Motion and Thermal Therapies
- Overview of joint anatomy
- Range of motion assessment
- PROM techniques
- Single joints
- Whole limb
- Considerations and contraindications
- Thermal therapies
- Heat therapy
- Cryotherapy
- Contrast therapy
Module 4
Managing Osteoarthritis
- Overview of osteoarthritis
- Client education and home management
- Exercise management
- Diet and weight management
- Osteoarthritis clinics in practice
- Physiotherapy and complementary therapies
Physiotherapy Techniques for RVNs
Course progress
Online CPD for Vet Nurses
Excel CPD specialises in providing online CPD for veterinary nurses and technicians all over the globe. Our courses are also fully approved by AVNAT for our nursing colleagues in Australia and New Zealand.