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Exeter University - PDSAFE: Physiotherapy and Falls Prevention in Parkinson's 

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PDSAFE: Physiotherapy and Falls Prevention in Parkinson's
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Overview

Duration

6 weeks

Total fee

10,549

Mode of learning

Online

Credential

Certificate

Future job roles

Physiotherapist
PDSAFE: Physiotherapy and Falls Prevention in Parkinson's
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PDSAFE: Physiotherapy and Falls Prevention in Parkinson's
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Highlights

  • Duration 6 weeks
  • Weekly study 3 hours
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PDSAFE: Physiotherapy and Falls Prevention in Parkinson's
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Course details

More about this course
  • Falling is a common and disabling consequence of Parkinson's disease and presents a major health challenge for physiotherapists. It also has a large detrimental effect on the lives of those living with the condition.
  • Current evidence suggests that falls prevention treatment for Parkinson's should follow a multi-dimensional approach "including exercises, falls prevention strategies, and functional practice.
  • This was borne out by the recent PDSAFE clinical trial" exploring the latest personalized treatment for those suffering from mobility and stability issues in Parkinson's.
  • On this course, you'll learn to understand the background evidence and research behind PDSAFE, as well as gain the skills to deliver high quality falls prevention treatment for people living with Parkinson's.
  • You'll explore what the PDSAFE clinical trial concluded, and how this can be applied and delivered in the clinical setting. You'll learn how to apply this learning to clinical case studies for practical delivery.
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PDSAFE: Physiotherapy and Falls Prevention in Parkinson's
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Curriculum

Introduction and background to the course

Course introduction

Falls in Parkinson's

Summary

The PDSAFE programme - Concepts and evidence base

PDSAFE Programme development

The PDSAFE trial

Summary

What is included in the PDSAFE programme and who is it for?

What are the components of PDSAFE

What type of patient is PDSAFE appropriate for or not?

Key principles of the PDSAFE intervention

Summary

Conducting a baseline assessment for the PDSAFE programme

Therapist Assessment

Strategy selection

Summary

PDSAFE programme design and prescription

Exercise prescription

Summary

Clinical application of the PDSAFE programme - Case study learning

Recap so far

Case studies

Moving forward

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