Introduction

Strength and conditioning are the basic elements of fitness programmes for individuals with spinal cord injury. Physiotherapists must be able to assess capacity and prescribe appropriate exercises, considering type and dosage. For sustainable participation, exercises need to be achievable, progressive, and enjoyable. This course introduces the prescription of strength and conditioning exercises for individuals with spinal cord injury.

Learning outcomes

At the end of this course you will be able to:

• describe the difference between cardiovascular fitness and strength training
• provide at least two examples of strength and cardiovascular assessments for individuals with spinal cord injury
• provide one or more examples of strength and endurance training prescription for individuals with spinal cord injury
• list at least two precautions to consider with strength training for individuals with spinal cord injury
• provide at least three examples of exercise adaptations for individuals with spinal cord injury

Target audience

This course is aimed at rehabilitation professionals, students and assistants including but not limited to Physiotherapists, Occupational Therapists, Speech and Language Therapists, Rehabilitation Doctors, Rehabilitation Nurses, Prosthetists, Orthotists, Psychologists, Audiologists, Dietetics, Social Workers. Community Health Workers, Nurses or Medical Doctors interested in this subject are also invited to participate.

Practicalities

• Availability - this course is online and can be completed on your own schedule.
• Hours of Learning - No deadlines are applied to this course and it can be started and completed in your own time according to your personal schedule. We expect the required elements to take around 2.5-3 hours depending on your schedule and learning style. Additionally there are many optional resources provided and if you choose to review these the course could take longer to complete.
• Types of Activities - This course includes instructional and/or practical videos, reading activities, AI supported learning activities, reflection, evaluation forms, a quiz and additional resources.
• Certificates - At the end of the course, when you have completed all of the required elements, you will be able to download a certificate of completion and 2.3 Plus points will be added to your personalised learning dashboard.

Instructor financial and non-financial disclosures

Candace Vermaak: No relevant relationships disclosed by instructor.

Accessibility and Non-Discrimination Policy

Physiopedia Plus is committed to providing an inclusive and accessible learning environment for all participants. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, national origin, religion, sex, disability, military status, sexual orientation or age in any aspect of our continuing education services. We are dedicated to ensuring that all learners can fully participate in our programmes. Participants who require accommodations or have special needs are encouraged to contact us with details so that we can make all reasonable efforts to meet these requirements.