Osteopathic Musculoskeletal Practice Portage @ CIOT Calgary
About this Program
Level: Osteopathic Musculoskeletal Practice diploma
Discpline: Medical Sciences
Length: 4 semesters
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Program Description
This Program is available in CIOT college only (No pathway portage ). Osteopathy is a branch of medical practice that emphasizes treatment by massage, stretching and manipulation to create musculoskeletal well-being and to rebalance the body's structure to enhance nerve function and blood flow. In this two year program, you will gain an understanding of key areas like the spine, hips, knees and ribs. 750 teaching hours are alotted per year (attendance in the theoretical-practical classes, study and interaction with the virtual campus, study of the research methodology, study of clinical practice, personal theoretical study). Program Year 1 (Structural I): Methodological bases. Lumbar, thoracic, cervical, pelvic girdle, elbow, wrist, hand. Scientific investigation, Radiology and medical sciences program I. Program Year 2 (Structural II): Cervicothoracic and thoracolumbar joints. Ribs. Hip. Knee. Ankle and foot. Integration of the osteopathic concept. Scientific investigation, radiology and medical sciences program II
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