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Managing Your Health: The Role of Physical Therapy and Exercise

Approx. 13 hours to complete

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Course Summary

This course provides an in-depth understanding of physical therapy exercises and how they can be used to improve mobility, reduce pain, and prevent future injuries.

Key Learning Points

Learn the fundamental principles of physical therapy exercises
Discover how to create customized exercise plans for patients
Explore the latest research and techniques in physical therapy
Understand the role of physical therapy in injury recovery and prevention

Learning Outcomes

Understand the principles of physical therapy exercises
Create customized exercise plans for patients
Stay up-to-date with the latest techniques and research in physical therapy

Prerequisites or good to have knowledge before taking this course

No prior knowledge of physical therapy is required
Access to a computer and reliable internet connection

Course Difficulty Level

Intermediate

Course Format

Self-paced
Online
Video lectures
Assignments
Quizzes

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Notable People in This Field

Dr. David Butler
Dr. Shirley Sahrmann

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Description

Managing Your Health: The Role of Physical Therapy and Exercise will introduce learners to the concepts and benefits of physical therapy and exercise. Over six weeks learners will explore:

Outline

Intro to the Course & Module 1: Just Keep Moving - Why physical activity and exercise are important
A welcome video by your coaches
Welcome! A brief video from your module coach, Euson
Why is Physical Activity Important?
Welcome!
Pre-Course Quiz
Review the Canadian Physical Activity Guidelines
Video of 23 and 1/2 hours
Are you ready?
Physical Activity Plan sample template.
Pre-Course Quiz
Scavenger Hunt: Look for answers to these questions inside the Canadian Physical Activity Guidelines
Reflective Quiz on Physical Activity Guidelines and Monitors
Module 1 Quiz

Managing your Health: The Role of Physical Therapy and Exercise Module 2: Exercise and Cardiovascular Disease
Welcome Video
Exercise and Cardiovascular Disease
What's your risk?
Exercise is important. You can do it!
Additional Resources
Module 2 Quiz

Managing your Health: The Role of Physical Therapy and Exercise Module 3: Exercise and Osteoporosis
Welcome Video
Osteoporosis & Exercise
Osteoporosis Exercise Guidelines
Calcium intake
Read more about calcium intake
Watch 3 Videos
Interested in Learning More?
Module 3 Quiz

Managing your Health: The Role of Physical Therapy and Exercise Module 4: Exercise and Cancer
Welcome Video
Exercise and Cancer
Cancer Related Fatigue
Cancer and Physical Activity
Module 4 Quiz

Managing your health: the role of physical therapy and exercise module 5: Common Sports Injuries
A message from your coach, Euson
Exercise and Common Sport Injuries
BMJ Blog posts
Module 5 Quiz

Managing your health: The role of physical therapy and exercise module 6: Exercise and Arthritis
Welcome Video
Module 6: Exercise and Arthritis
Scavenger Hunt: The Arthritis Society
Scavenger Hunt: GLA:D Canada
Module 6: Pre-module Quiz
Module 6: Post-module Quiz

Summary of User Reviews

This physical therapy exercise course on Coursera has received positive reviews from users. Many users appreciated the course's comprehensive and informative content, which is delivered in an engaging and easy-to-understand manner.

Key Aspect Users Liked About This Course

Comprehensive and informative content

Pros from User Reviews

Easy-to-understand delivery of complex concepts
Engaging and interactive course content
Highly knowledgeable and experienced instructors
Great value for the price
Flexible schedule allows for easy completion of course

Cons from User Reviews

Lack of personalized feedback on assignments
Some users found the course too basic
Not enough emphasis on practical application of exercises
Limited interaction with instructors and other students
No certification or accreditation offered upon completion of the course

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