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Aug. 19-20, 2023: Evidence-Based Aquatic Therapy Protocols for the Geriatric Population

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KinFloat Aquatic Wellness Center

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Aug.  19-20, 2023: Evidence-Based Aquatic Therapy Protocols for the Geriatric Population
Aug.  19-20, 2023: Evidence-Based Aquatic Therapy Protocols for the Geriatric Population

Time & Location

Aug 19, 2023, 8:00 AM – Aug 20, 2023, 5:00 PM

KinFloat Aquatic Wellness Center, 1768 Av. Glasgow, San Juan, 00921, Puerto Rico

About the event

This course offers students the necessary tools and knowledge to work with the geriatric population in the water. Aspects such as precautions and contraindications specific to the geriatric population are discussed to create a safe environment in the pool. Aquatic activities and tasks for elderly patients are discussed. Students learn to justify and validate why aquatic therapy is an ideal treatment for patients with ambulatory difficulties, ataxia, lack of coordination, proprioception deficits, respiratory complications, risk of falls, among others.

Time Commitment: 16 hours; includes written and practical exam

Hours:

Saturday, August 19 8:00AM-5:00PM Sunday, August 20 8:00AM-5:00PM

Cost:

Early Bird: $595 (Pay on or before 7/20/2023) Regular Price: $695 (Pay on or before 7/28/2023)

Registration Fee: Paypal fees are applied at checkout

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