Training Clients with Osteoarthritis

The fundamentals of training a client or patient with Osteoarthritis is addressed in this course. Look at the theory behind Osteoarthritis: the precautions, risks and symptoms as well as the goals for their exercise program. Learn a comprehensive Osteoarthritic focused exercise program that will ensure safety for your client or patient when exercising. The program illustrates modifications and assists that are relevant to making their program safe and effective and will encourage joint care and longevity.

Objective

This course enables the Movement Professional to teach an Osteoarthritic exercise class with safety and efficiency in mind. They will gain insight into the finer details of Osteoarthritis and what the necessities are when teaching an Osteoarthritic client movement and exercise. The Movement Professional will then be able to offer their client or patient a class with the ultimate goal being joint care and longevity. 

Course Description

• What is Osteoarthritis
• Chondrocyte – Cartilage Cell
• The Role of Exercise for Osteoarthritis
• Risks and precautions
• Goals for the program
• The exercise program
• Conclusion

Continued Education Credits

ACE - 0.1 CECs