DIPLOMA IN PHYSIOTHERAPY

UNIT 1: Fundamentals of Physiotherapy & Human Anatomy

Theory

• Introduction to Physiotherapy
• History, scope and role of Physiotherapy
• Basic human anatomy
• Anatomical positions and terminology
• Bones, joints and muscles
• Cardiovascular and respiratory systems
• Nervous system fundamentals
• Professional ethics and patient confidentiality

Practical

• Identification of major bones and joints
• Identification of major muscle groups
• Anatomical position and movement demonstration
• Basic posture observation
• Introduction to physiotherapy equipment
• Patient communication and documentation

UNIT 2: Human Physiology & Kinesiology

Theory

• Fundamentals of human physiology
• Musculoskeletal physiology
• Joint movements and range of motion
• Principles of kinesiology
• Muscle contraction and function
• Balance, coordination and gait
• Basic biomechanics
• Functional movement principles

Practical

• Joint movement demonstration
• Range-of-motion measurement
• Muscle strength observation
• Posture and movement assessment
• Basic gait observation
• Functional movement exercises

UNIT 3: Exercise Therapy

Theory

• Principles of therapeutic exercise
• Types and classification of exercises
• Active, passive and assisted exercises
• Stretching and strengthening principles
• Flexibility and mobility training
• Balance and coordination exercises
• Exercise progression and precautions

Practical

• Passive range-of-motion exercises
• Active and active-assisted exercises
• Stretching techniques
• Strengthening exercises
• Core exercises
• Balance training
• Coordination exercises
• Basic exercise-program planning

UNIT 4: Electrotherapy & Physical Agents

Theory

• Introduction to electrotherapy
• Principles of therapeutic electrical stimulation
• Basic concepts of TENS and related modalities
• Heat and cold therapy
• Ultrasound therapy fundamentals
• Light and other physical agents
• Indications, contraindications and precautions
• Equipment safety

Practical

• Identification of electrotherapy equipment
• Safe equipment setup
• TENS demonstration
• Hot and cold application techniques
• Ultrasound therapy demonstration under supervision
• Equipment cleaning and maintenance
• Treatment documentation

UNIT 5: Physiotherapy Assessment & Basic Clinical Skills

Theory

• Principles of physiotherapy assessment
• Patient history and subjective assessment
• Objective assessment
• Pain assessment
• Range-of-motion assessment
• Muscle strength assessment
• Posture and gait assessment
• Treatment planning principles

Practical

• Patient interview practice
• Pain-scale assessment
• Range-of-motion measurement
• Basic muscle-strength testing
• Posture assessment
• Gait observation
• Recording assessment findings
• Preparing basic treatment plans

UNIT 6: Orthopedic Physiotherapy

Theory

• Introduction to orthopedic conditions
• Common musculoskeletal injuries
• Arthritis and joint disorders
• Back and neck conditions
• Sports injuries
• Fracture rehabilitation principles
• Post-operative rehabilitation concepts
• Mobility and functional training

Practical

• Therapeutic exercises for musculoskeletal conditions
• Joint mobility exercises
• Stretching and strengthening programmes
• Basic back and neck exercise routines
• Mobility and transfer techniques
• Functional rehabilitation exercises
• Supervised case-based treatment planning

UNIT 7: Neurological & Pediatric Physiotherapy

Theory

• Introduction to neurological physiotherapy
• Basic nervous-system disorders
• Stroke rehabilitation principles
• Cerebral palsy awareness
• Balance and coordination problems
• Pediatric physiotherapy fundamentals
• Developmental milestones
• Functional rehabilitation principles

Practical

• Balance-training exercises
• Coordination exercises
• Mobility and gait activities
• Basic neurological observation
• Pediatric-friendly exercise activities
• Positioning and transfer demonstrations
• Functional movement training

UNIT 8: Cardiopulmonary & Geriatric Physiotherapy

Theory

• Fundamentals of cardiopulmonary physiotherapy
• Basic respiratory anatomy and physiology
• Breathing exercises
• Chest mobility and airway-clearance awareness
• Physiotherapy for older adults
• Age-related physical changes
• Fall prevention and mobility
• Exercise safety for elderly patients

Practical

• Breathing exercises
• Diaphragmatic breathing
• Chest-expansion exercises
• Mobility exercises for older adults
• Balance and fall-prevention activities
• Functional strengthening
• Basic endurance exercises
• Supervised geriatric exercise planning

UNIT 9: Rehabilitation, Patient Care & Professional Practice

Theory

• Principles of rehabilitation
• Functional independence
• Activities of daily living
• Assistive devices and mobility aids
• Wheelchair and walking-aid awareness
• Patient positioning and transfers
• Infection prevention
• Healthcare communication and documentation
• Professional ethics and boundaries

Practical

• Bed mobility techniques
• Safe transfer techniques
• Walking-aid demonstrations
• Wheelchair handling
• Functional training
• Patient positioning
• Home-exercise programme planning
• Patient education and communication

UNIT 10: Integrated Physiotherapy Practicum

Theory

• Complete physiotherapy workflow
• Patient assessment and goal setting
• Treatment planning
• Exercise prescription principles
• Rehabilitation programme development
• Treatment documentation
• Progress monitoring
• Professional development and career opportunities

Practical

• Complete patient assessment
• Develop supervised treatment plans
• Therapeutic exercise sessions
• Electrotherapy demonstrations
• Orthopedic rehabilitation
• Neurological rehabilitation
• Cardiopulmonary exercise sessions
• Geriatric rehabilitation
• Patient education
• Supervised clinical practicum