Advanced Protocols in Extracorporeal Shockwave Therapy
The course will differentiate true shockwave from radial pressure wave during a theoretical review; however, only extracorporeal shockwave therapy will be covered during the practical portion of the course. The course will be offered over 2 days (Saturday/Sunday) and attendance on both days is mandatory. There will be certain learning outcomes monitored over the duration of the course. A certificate of completion will be issued to successful candidates.
Prerequisites
The course is open to any practitioner allowed to use shockwave as a modality through their regulatory body. This is including but not limited to the following: physiotherapists, chiropractors, osteopaths, podiatrists, massage therapists, acupuncturists, urologists, medical doctors and nurses.
*It is strongly recommended that practitioners complete the course “Extracorporeal Shockwave Therapy & Advanced Extracorporeal Shockwave Therapy” prior to completing this course.
Indications to be covered
- Urological (erectile dysfunction, Peyronie’s disease, chronic pelvic pain syndrome)
- Dermatological (diabetic wounds, non-healing ulcers)
- Orthopaedic (non-union bone fractures
- Musculoskeletal (sarcopenia/dynapenia, diabetic foot syndrome, neuropathy)
- Aesthetics (cellulite & wrinkles, skin tightening, body contouring)
Course details
The course will run on Saturday & Sunday 8 am to 6 pm.
- 90 minute online training module (completed prior to first day of in-person training)
- Pre-course quiz (completed prior to first day of in-person training)
- 1 hour open-book online exam to be submitted within 3 days of course completion
- 4-hour in-clinic add-on component for additional practical training
- Access to online module indefinitely for case study and training purposes
Instructional hours: 21.5
Instructional hours with practical add-on: 25.5
*Course certificates and marks will be mailed out to students within 1 week of course completion.
Online Module Cost: $5000/student-practitioner (incl. GST).
Practical Course Cost: $5000/student-practitioner (incl. GST). Includes indefinite access to online training module at no additional charge.
Group Training Rate: $15000/group (incl. GST). Limit of 12 student-practitioners. Can be performed at ILS Headquarters or at the groups own clinic.
