Behaviour Scientist, Physiotherapist and CEO of 4 Day Week Global
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Introduction
Quality sleep is vital to ensure good health and optimal function for patients and healthcare practitioners. In this three-part series, Dale Whelehan will review the evidence and theories related to why we need sleep, the physiological processes involved in sleep, how sleep is regulated and measured, sleep disorders and how sleep deprivation affects health.
Aims
This programme will improve your knowledge about the theory and physiology of sleep, related measurements, sleep disorders and how a lack of sleep can impact on both patient and practitioner
Outline
This programme will cover the following topics:
- The Theory, Function and Physiology of Sleep
- How We Sleep
- Sleep Deprivation and Sleep Disorders
Target audience
This course is aimed at Physiotherapy and Physical Therapy clinicians, students and assistants. Other interested professionals such as athletic trainers, occupational therapists, nurses or medical doctors interested in this subject are also invited to participate.