Understanding how the nervous system works is fundamental to effective rehabilitation practice. This month, Physiopedia Plus (Plus) introduces a new free course exploring the neuron and neuronal networks, providing rehabilitation professionals worldwide with essential knowledge to enhance their clinical reasoning and patient care.
The nervous system is directly responsible for what makes us human, managing life functions, coordinating movement, monitoring surroundings and enabling communication, memories and emotions. For rehabilitation professionals, understanding this complex electrochemical network provides powerful tools for identifying appropriate interventions and guiding care plans. From October, healthcare professionals anywhere in the world can access this essential neuroscience knowledge through a new featured free Trial course.
The Neuron and the Neuronal Network course by Stacy Schiurring explores the nervous system from nerve level through peripheral and central systems. Stacy brings experience across multiple practice settings, with advanced training in neurological conditions, wound care and pain management. This 2–3 hour course covers action potentials, neurotransmitters and clinical applications of motor and sensory function, making complex neuroscience concepts accessible and clinically relevant.
“Thank you for a wonderfully insightful course!” – Mariaan Steinmann, physiotherapist from South Africa
This course forms part of the Fundamentals of Neuroscience in Rehabilitation Programme, designed to help practitioners develop a clinically relevant understanding of how the human nervous system functions. Whether you’re a newly qualified professional or an experienced clinician looking to refresh your neuroscience knowledge, this course offers valuable insights into the biological foundations of rehabilitation practice.
Alongside this new addition, the Overview of Cervical Spine Assessment course continues as a featured free course following overwhelming positive feedback from rehabilitation professionals worldwide. This comprehensive clinical resource has helped countless practitioners improve their assessment skills and diagnostic reasoning.
Trial membership remains freely available to anyone interested in exploring Plus content, with no payment details required. Beyond access to these two clinical courses, Trial members receive temporary access to the Physiopedia AI Assistant (PAI) for 1 week and the Plus exercise prescription and telerehabilitation platform for 2 weeks. This comprehensive trial experience allows practitioners to explore the full range of digital tools available through Plus membership.
These monthly rotating courses reflect Physiopedia’s commitment to making evidence-based rehabilitation knowledge accessible to practitioners worldwide, regardless of their location or economic circumstances. Each course undergoes rigorous development and review processes, ensuring that the content meets the highest standards of clinical accuracy and practical applicability. Looking for more? Full or Pro membership provides access to more than 800 online courses and technique videos, personalised professional development portfolios, certificates, CPD points and CEUs. This extensive library covers all major areas of physiotherapy and rehabilitation practice, supporting clinicians throughout their career development.
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