Physiotherapists - what you need to know about Parkinson's
This free 15-minute online, interactive short course about Parkinson's has been designed specifically for physiotherapists.
Location
Online
Cost
Free
Duration
15 Minutes
Event / learning type
Continuing professional development
Course
Online
Who is the course for?
All physiotherapists.
How does it work?
This 15-minute course provides a background to understanding Parkinson’s and discusses specific aspects of the condition that are of direct relevance to health professionals working in physiotherapy. The course has been developed to assist physiotherapists in continuing to support people with Parkinson’s, as effectively as possible.
What will participants learn?
The course covers the following areas:
- What Parkinson’s is
- Common motor and non-motor symptoms
- Medication adverse effects and the importance of timing
- Cues and strategies for managing wearing off and freezing
- Importance of exercise