Respiratory PhysiotherapyLaajuus (3 ECTS)

Objective

Students understand respiration and are capable of analysing respiratory disorders.
Students gain practice in examining respiration and using preventive methods and those aiming to support functioning in order to promote respiratory functions.
Students identify obstructive and restrictive disorders in general terms and are able to implement appropriate physiotherapy based on their own assessment.

Content

Physiotherapeutic examination of respiratory functions
Physiotherapeutic methods to support respiratory functions.

Qualifications

Anatomy and Physiology 1 and 2
Medical Studies 1 and 2