Physical Therapy Aides - Meridian Institute

Physical Therapy Aides from Meridian Institute is a Campus Certificate Physical Therapy degree that prepares you for a Healthcare career. Physical Therapy Aides prepare patients and treatment area for physical therapy treatment and assist Physical Therapist with treatments such as training, such as hot/cold pack treatment, hydrotherapy, and exercise programs. They transport patients to and from treatment area and assemble and maintain equipment and supplies. They may perform routine clerical and related tasks. They work under continuous on-site supervision of a licensed-registered Physical Therapist. Anatomy The study of muscles, bones and joints; their location, insertion, attachment, structure and function. The class includes lectures and anatomical information with massage demonstration. Physiology Includes the study of the structure, functions and interrelations of body systems. Therapeutic Terminology Introduces basic principles necessary to facilitate the massage technician/client relationship including listening skills, verbal and non-verbal feedback beginning Movement-body dynamics to teach the practitioner an awareness of his/her own body while giving a massage and stretch techniques to use before and after giving a massage. The Physical Therapy Course includes the study of the ultrasound, muscle stimulation, nerve stimulation, hydrocollater, traction units, and solar lamps. Massage Swedish, acupressure, shiatsu, aromatherapy. Medical System This will include the basic anatomy of each system. Disease symptoms, diagnostic procedures, and treatment will be included. Externship Student will perform administrative and clinical procedures as required by the facility, during the operational hours of the facility. Each student will be evaluated twice during this experience; to strengthen areas of weakness, built self-confidence, and gain a better understanding of the skills needed to be successful in their chosen career. View more details on Meridian Institute . Ask your questions and apply online for this program or find other related Physical Therapy courses.