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Various cancer treatments induce cardiotoxic effects that increase CVD risk and can lead to heart failure. Exercise can be used to detect cardiac dysfunction and can be a useful therapy to addressing the reduced cardiac function. This presentation will explore cardiotoxicity and the role of exercise training in two cancer types: anthracycline treatment for breast cancer and myeloablative treatment in haematological cancer patients undergoing haematopoietic stem cell transplant. How to prescribe exercise during active treatment such as chemotherapy will also be discussed.

The APA is delighted to make the University of Melbourne's international Ultrasound for Physiotherapists course available! Its fully online, self-paced

This fully online, self-paced course is evidence-based and practical, suitable for physiotherapists wishing to:
• upskill on the foundations of ultrasound imaging
• develop competency skills for ultrasound imaging
• assimilate ultrasound imaging into daily clinical practice

The course is designed to enhance learning and promote understanding on the operation of the ultrasound machine and to increase your knowledge in the:
• diagnostic assessment and treatment of lung pathology
• assessment of musculoskeletal morphological change, information and injury
• diagnosis of sternal complications after cardiac surgery that present a morbidity and mortality burden if missed.

Weekly intake
We have a weekly intake into this course. The APA will email your individualised instructions one week after you register for the course.

Hosted by Melbourne University
The course is provided on the University of Melbourne learning platform.

Overview

This course is designed to upskill physiotherapists to increase their confidence in working with people with a disability. There may be a range of content that is relevant to the wider allied health workforce.

This course consists of six self-paced modules which contain a mix of introductory recorded lectures, case study videos, interactive eLearning, and knowledge checks. Module 1 - introduction to NDIS must be completed first, then the other modules may be undertaken in any order. These must be completed to receive a Certificate of Attendance. References and links to any additional resources are provided for each module - these are optional.

This would be a valuable starting point for physiotherapists who may be interested in undertaking further learning in paediatric and/or disability physiotherapy.

If you are interested in paediatric physiotherapy the next steps may include:

• Build your confidence in paediatric disability management
• Paediatric Physiotherapy Level 1

This Build your confidence in disability management course is the pre-requisite for Disability Physiotherapy Level 1.

The NDIS is an evolving scheme, please refer to the websites for current operational guidelines, information, templates and forms. Where applicable, each topic contains relevant links in the ‘Resources' section.

The NDIS website has a range of useful information, these may be useful starting points:

• NDIS providers: https://www.ndis.gov.au/providers
• NDIS webinars and sign up for eNewsletters: https://www.ndis.gov.au/new
• NDIS Quality and Safety Commission: https://www.ndiscommission.gov.au/

This project was funded under the Jobs and Market Fund administered by the Department of Social Services.

Presenters

Kate Phillips, B.Sc., B. AppSc (Physio), Grad.Dip.Physio (Neuro), APAM

Danni Gould, B.Physio, APAM

Learning Outcomes

At the end of course, participants should be able to:

• Outline specific considerations in the assessment, treatment and management of patients with a disability
• Identify any 'red flags' or serious concerns that require referral to a general practitioner or other health professional
• Outline the process for treating and billing NDIS participants
• Identify relevant disability services in your local area
• Identify opportunities to expand your physiotherapy practice to provide services to people with a disability

CPD Hours

5 hours

Further Information

Build your confidence in Disability Management - course outline

Once you've completed this course, you may wish to undertake the next course in the series – Disability Physiotherapy Level 1.