In this course you will exactly learn how to examine the body muscle strength, how to evaluate the muscle length and flexibility for the muscles that are mostly contracted and how to examine hypermobility and mobility as well.
Why do you need this course?
Muscle strength testing is the only tests used to examine muscle strength reduction when there is a suspected neurological disease or muscle imbalance. You need it because it is one of the most important examinations that physical therapists, rehabilitation doctors, and occupational therapists use.
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In this course you will exactly learn how to examine the body muscle strength, how to evaluate the muscle length and flexibility for the muscles that are mostly contracted and how to examine hypermobility and mobility as well.
Why do you need this course?
Muscle strength testing is the only tests used to examine muscle strength reduction when there is a suspected neurological disease or muscle imbalance. You need it because it is one of the most important examinations that physical therapists, rehabilitation doctors, and occupational therapists use.
In this course you will exactly learn how to examine the body muscle strength, how to evaluate the muscle length and flexibility for the muscles that are mostly contracted and how to examine hypermobility and mobility as well.
Why do you need this course?
Muscle strength testing is the only tests used to examine muscle strength reduction when there is a suspected neurological disease or muscle imbalance. You need it because it is one of the most important examinations that physical therapists, rehabilitation doctors, and occupational therapists use.
It is an important part of the assessment in many patient groups, including:
Patients with neurological diseases brain or spinal cord trauma, peripheral paresis, neuropathy, amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, and a host of other neurological problems.
Rehabilitation of patients after sports injuries, e.g., ACL repair
After various fractures and endo-prosthesis
Gait and balance problems
Fall risk assessment in the elderly
During the course you will learn:
How to practically test the muscle strength of the muscles according to each movement and region of the body.
Specific techniques to make an examination as easy and valuable as possible.
How the initial position of the patient is determined according to the test, the way of resistance by the physiotherapist, the way of performing the test for each muscle group and each movement.
Mistakes we can make while testing muscle strength and how to avoid them.
BONUS - You will also learn.
How to Examine Hypermobility, flexibility and mobility.
How to estimate the muscle length and flexibility of the most frequently contracted muscle groups.
After this course you will be able to examine muscles strength on you patients to evaluate the results of the testing and to define the right treatment for the patients as well. The course is illustrated with the real patient so you can understand the principles and apply it easily in practice. Its super easy to understand because I have explained in detail and step by step all process. I have prepared many videos for the lectures and you can also download the materials in PowerPoint for the theoretical part.
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Use the information to enhance your understanding and skills in muscle strength testing.
Follow physical therapy tutorials
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Start by following tutorials on how to examine muscle strength, hypermobility, and flexibility.
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Search for tutorials on muscle strength, hypermobility, and flexibility examination.
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Watch and follow along with the tutorials.
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Take notes on the techniques and principles explained in the tutorials.
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Connect with other students or professionals to share knowledge and learn from diverse perspectives.
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Find or form a study group with individuals interested in muscle strength testing.
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Discuss the principles and techniques of muscle strength testing.
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Practice examining each other's muscle strength and provide feedback.
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Reinforce the techniques you learned by practicing muscle strength tests on different individuals.
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Find a partner or group to practice with.
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Take turns examining each other's muscle strength.
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Discuss your findings and compare your results.
Volunteer at a physical rehabilitation clinic
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Gain practical experience and observe the application of muscle strength testing in a real-world setting.
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Find a physical rehabilitation clinic that offers volunteer opportunities.
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Assist physical therapists with muscle strength testing and other rehabilitation procedures.
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Observe the assessment and treatment process for patients with various muscle strength impairments.
Create a video demonstrating muscle strength testing techniques
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Solidify your understanding by creating a visual aid that demonstrates the techniques you have learned.
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Plan the content and structure of your video.
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Demonstrate the techniques clearly and accurately.
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Add narration or text to explain the steps and principles involved.
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Share your video with others for feedback and discussion.
Participate in a physical therapy case study competition
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Test your skills and gain valuable experience by competing in a simulated clinical scenario.
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Find a case study competition that aligns with your interests.
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Prepare for the competition by reviewing relevant materials and practicing your skills.
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Present your findings and recommendations to a panel of judges.
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Receive feedback and learn from your experience.
Review Physical Rehabilitation
Show steps
Expand your knowledge of muscle strength testing by exploring a comprehensive reference text.
View
Improving Functional Outcomes in Physical...
on Amazon
Show steps
- Read the chapters on muscle strength testing.
- Take notes on the key concepts and techniques.
- Use the information to enhance your understanding and skills in muscle strength testing.
Follow physical therapy tutorials
Show steps
Start by following tutorials on how to examine muscle strength, hypermobility, and flexibility.
Show steps
- Search for tutorials on muscle strength, hypermobility, and flexibility examination.
- Watch and follow along with the tutorials.
- Take notes on the techniques and principles explained in the tutorials.
Join a study group for muscle strength testing
Show steps
Connect with other students or professionals to share knowledge and learn from diverse perspectives.
Show steps
- Find or form a study group with individuals interested in muscle strength testing.
- Discuss the principles and techniques of muscle strength testing.
- Practice examining each other's muscle strength and provide feedback.
Practice muscle strength tests
Show steps
Reinforce the techniques you learned by practicing muscle strength tests on different individuals.
Show steps
- Find a partner or group to practice with.
- Take turns examining each other's muscle strength.
- Discuss your findings and compare your results.
Volunteer at a physical rehabilitation clinic
Show steps
Gain practical experience and observe the application of muscle strength testing in a real-world setting.
Show steps
- Find a physical rehabilitation clinic that offers volunteer opportunities.
- Assist physical therapists with muscle strength testing and other rehabilitation procedures.
- Observe the assessment and treatment process for patients with various muscle strength impairments.
Create a video demonstrating muscle strength testing techniques
Show steps
Solidify your understanding by creating a visual aid that demonstrates the techniques you have learned.
Show steps
- Plan the content and structure of your video.
- Demonstrate the techniques clearly and accurately.
- Add narration or text to explain the steps and principles involved.
- Share your video with others for feedback and discussion.
Participate in a physical therapy case study competition
Show steps
Test your skills and gain valuable experience by competing in a simulated clinical scenario.
Show steps
- Find a case study competition that aligns with your interests.
- Prepare for the competition by reviewing relevant materials and practicing your skills.
- Present your findings and recommendations to a panel of judges.
- Receive feedback and learn from your experience.
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