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Breast Cancer Recovery Exercise
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DESERT SOUTHWEST FITNESS (DSW) Founded in 1980, Desert Southwest Fitness, Inc is dedicated to the publication and distribution of the highest quality professional development materials for the health, fitness, wellness and clinical professional. We specialize in self-directed distance learning and offer the largest selection of home study courses. Our courses are taught by outstanding industry leaders and use a variety of multimedia formats. The company has been an innovator and leader in the field of continuing education for over 25 years.
At DSW Fitness, we believe that learning is a lifelong process, and the design of our courses make learning, not just studying, the goal for the participant. Our courses allow you to upgrade specific skills that are necessary for job enhancement and give you the tools to produce positive lifestyle change in your clients by linking course offerings to applicable job-related skills, not necessarily degrees or certificates. The strength of DSW Fitness is founded on quality education, student feedback, and personalized customer service
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Breast Cancer Recovery Exercise:
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This continuing education course and exam will help personal trainers assist their breast cancer recovery clients in building confidence and regaining function through the specialized therapeutic exercises.
Course Objective:
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Identify risk factors associated with breast cancer.
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Outline methods used to detect and diagnose breast cancer.
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Name the relevant anatomy affected by breast cancer surgery.
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Identify the major types of surgery for breast cancer.
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Discuss the side effects of both local and systemic treatments.
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Discuss the major physical and psychological problems faced by breast cancer survivors.
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Outline realistic and attainable exercise goals for this population.
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Plan a safe exercise program based on client assessment of needs for women undergoing treatment and women post treatment.
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Outline precautions and contraindications to exercise and criteria for termination of exercise.
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Identify professional responsibilities of fitness professionals when working with clients with breast cancer.
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Locate relevant information through local, regional, and national resources identified in the manual.
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Exercise & Arithitis
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DESERT SOUTHWEST FITNESS (DSW) Founded in 1980, Desert Southwest Fitness, Inc is dedicated to the publication and distribution of the highest quality professional development materials for the health, fitness, wellness and clinical professional. We specialize in self-directed distance learning and offer the largest selection of home study courses. Our courses are taught by outstanding industry leaders and use a variety of multimedia formats. The company has been an innovator and leader in the field of continuing education for over 25 years.
At DSW Fitness, we believe that learning is a lifelong process, and the design of our courses make learning, not just studying, the goal for the participant. Our courses allow you to upgrade specific skills that are necessary for job enhancement and give you the tools to produce positive lifestyle change in your clients by linking course offerings to applicable job-related skills, not necessarily degrees or certificates. The strength of DSW Fitness is founded on quality education, student feedback, and personalized customer service
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Exercise & Arithitis:
Half of all older adults will develop some form of arthritis in their lifetime. Through exercise, you can help to safely alleviate the pain and stiffness associated with this condition. Learn to recognize symptoms and flare-ups and to design exercise appropriate for avoiding inflammation and injury. This course takes you past generalizations, offers insight into the management of arthritis and provides practical solutions for your clients
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Provide a general overview of rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, and sphondyloarthropahy.
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Discuss the role of exercise in the treatment of arthritis.
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Outline land-based and water-based exercise program goals for clients with arthritis.
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Identify specific guidelines and considerations for a land-based and aquatic exercise program for arthritis.
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Design appropriate and safe exercise for clients with arthritis with respect to mode, intensity, duration, frequency, and progression of exercise.
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Outline methods used to assign and monitor workloads for clients with arthritis.
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Identify criteria for referral, termination of exercise, and contraindications to exercise for clients with arthritis.
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List various treatments and management strategies.
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Identify the psychological factors associated with rheumatic disease.
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Understand common classifications of medications for clients with arthritis and their effect on exercise.
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Exercise & Diabetes
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DESERT SOUTHWEST FITNESS (DSW) Founded in 1980, Desert Southwest Fitness, Inc is dedicated to the publication and distribution of the highest quality professional development materials for the health, fitness, wellness and clinical professional. We specialize in self-directed distance learning and offer the largest selection of home study courses. Our courses are taught by outstanding industry leaders and use a variety of multimedia formats. The company has been an innovator and leader in the field of continuing education for over 25 years.
At DSW Fitness, we believe that learning is a lifelong process, and the design of our courses make learning, not just studying, the goal for the participant. Our courses allow you to upgrade specific skills that are necessary for job enhancement and give you the tools to produce positive lifestyle change in your clients by linking course offerings to applicable job-related skills, not necessarily degrees or certificates. The strength of DSW Fitness is founded on quality education, student feedback, and personalized customer service
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Exercise & Diabetes:
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Understand the four types of diabetes, the role of blood glucose monitoring, how to respond to glycemic responses, nutrition and exercise prevention and management strategies, and the particular needs of specific populations, including pregnant woman, athletes and older adults with comorbidities.
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Outline the primary types of diabetes and identify symptoms, risk factors, and short- and long-term complications of each type of diabetes.
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Explain the role of nutrition management in the treatment of diabetes.
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List the benefits of exercise specific to the client with diabetes.
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Outline appropriate exercise guidelines for training a client with diabetes.
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Identify symptoms of hypoglycemia and hyperglycemia and the actions that should be taken should these conditions become present while training a client/student.
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Create an individualized exercise program for a client with diabetes.
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Explain the importance of foot care for the people with diabetes.
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Monitor and progress exercise appropriately and recognize when exercise is contraindicated for a client with diabetes.
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Exercise & Fibromyalgia
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DESERT SOUTHWEST FITNESS (DSW) Founded in 1980, Desert Southwest Fitness, Inc is dedicated to the publication and distribution of the highest quality professional development materials for the health, fitness, wellness and clinical professional. We specialize in self-directed distance learning and offer the largest selection of home study courses. Our courses are taught by outstanding industry leaders and use a variety of multimedia formats. The company has been an innovator and leader in the field of continuing education for over 25 years.
At DSW Fitness, we believe that learning is a lifelong process, and the design of our courses make learning, not just studying, the goal for the participant. Our courses allow you to upgrade specific skills that are necessary for job enhancement and give you the tools to produce positive lifestyle change in your clients by linking course offerings to applicable job-related skills, not necessarily degrees or certificates. The strength of DSW Fitness is founded on quality education, student feedback, and personalized customer service
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Exercise & Fibromyalgia:
The only CE course to address Fibromyalgia Syndrome (FMS) with information relevant for trainers. Gain a comprehensive understanding of Fibromyalgia Syndrome and learn how to alleviate chronic fatigue and pain and facilitate movement. This course combines research studies and medical findings and distills the facts into an easy-to-understand approach. Instill confidence in your clients as the programs you design diminish their chronic fatigue without aggravating their condition.
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Course Objective:
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Provide a general overview of the clinical condition of fibromyalgia syndrome. (FMS).
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List the primary and secondary symptoms associated with FMS and factors that my exacerbate symptoms.
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Identify methods and criteria used in the clinical diagnosis of fibromyalgia.
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Outline management strategies for the client with FMS.
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Discuss the benefits of regular physical activity in the management of FMS.
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Explain the essential components of an exercise program for a client with FMS.
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Discuss exercise design for clients with FMS with respect to mode, intensity, duration, frequency, and progression of exercise.
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Identify general exercise considerations and recommendations for clients with FMS.
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Outline pain, fatigue, and sleep management strategies.
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Explain appropriate health screening methods and exercise monitoring techniques for clients with FMS.
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Identify common classifications of drugs used in the treatment of fibromyalgia.
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Identify professional responsibilities of the fitness professional when working with clients with FMS.
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Exercise & Heart Disease
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DESERT SOUTHWEST FITNESS (DSW) Founded in 1980, Desert Southwest Fitness, Inc is dedicated to the publication and distribution of the highest quality professional development materials for the health, fitness, wellness and clinical professional. We specialize in self-directed distance learning and offer the largest selection of home study courses. Our courses are taught by outstanding industry leaders and use a variety of multimedia formats. The company has been an innovator and leader in the field of continuing education for over 25 years.
At DSW Fitness, we believe that learning is a lifelong process, and the design of our courses make learning, not just studying, the goal for the participant. Our courses allow you to upgrade specific skills that are necessary for job enhancement and give you the tools to produce positive lifestyle change in your clients by linking course offerings to applicable job-related skills, not necessarily degrees or certificates. The strength of DSW Fitness is founded on quality education, student feedback, and personalized customer service
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Exercise & Heart Disease:
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Heart disease is a major killer of both men and women in the United States, and exercise is proven to reduce the risk of its occurrence. Learn the risk factors associated with heart disease, recognize red flags, abnormal heart rate and blood pressure responses, contraindications to exercise, and the criteria for terminating exercise. Understand how to assign beginning workloads and incorporate resistance training for your clients from the comprehensive information contained in this course. The technically strong, yet easy-to-follow, reference material allows you to quickly design personalized programs that safely set intensity levels and progress exercise.
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Course Objective:
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Identify basic heart and circulatory system anatomy
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Discuss the major cardiovascular diseases including hypertension, angina, myocardial infraction, atherosclerosis, congestive heart failure, peripheral vascular disease, and stroke
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Identify the unlterable and alterable risk factors associated with heart disease and the risk makers associated with heart disease
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Discuss the role of exercise in regard to the primary and secondary prevention of heart disease
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Outline risk factor management strategies for clients with heart disease
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Discuss the benefits of participating in regular physical activity
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Discuss exercise program design for clients with heart disease with respect to mode, intesity, duration, frequency, and progression of exercise
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Outline methods used to assign beginning workloads to clients with heart disease
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Identify general exercise recommendations for clients with heart disease
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Identify contraindications, red flags, and criteria for termination of exercise for clients with heart disease
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Understand common classifications of drugs and their effect on exercise for clients with heart disease
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Explain appropriate health screening methods and exercise monitoring techniques for clients with heart disease
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Exercise & Multiple Scleosis
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At DSW Fitness, we believe that learning is a lifelong process, and the design of our courses make learning, not just studying, the goal for the participant. Our courses allow you to upgrade specific skills that are necessary for job enhancement and give you the tools to produce positive lifestyle change in your clients by linking course offerings to applicable job-related skills, not necessarily degrees or certificates. The strength of DSW Fitness is founded on quality education, student feedback, and personalized customer service
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Exercise & Multiple Scleosis :
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Acquire the tools and strategies to improve physical fitness and functional ability for clients with MS who have varying symptoms of the disease and levels of ability. Learn exercise precautions, program design, perceptual motor and balance skill development, ambulation training, transfer techniques and much more in the only course of its kind.
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Outline the symptoms, pathology, types, and related impairments associated with MS
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List the benefits of physical activity for people with MS and be aware of the information needed for starting a client with MS on an exercise program
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Explain appropriate exercise recommendations and precautions for the clients with MS
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Instruct clients with varying levels of MS in safe and effective exercise including cardiovascular exercise, strength training, flexibility training, ambulation, balance and perceptual motor activities, and aquatic exercise
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Demonstrate transfer techniques
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Outline professional responsibilites for working with clients with MS
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Explain appropriate exercise monitoring techniques
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Exercise & Parkinson's Disease
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DESERT SOUTHWEST FITNESS (DSW) Founded in 1980, Desert Southwest Fitness, Inc is dedicated to the publication and distribution of the highest quality professional development materials for the health, fitness, wellness and clinical professional. We specialize in self-directed distance learning and offer the largest selection of home study courses. Our courses are taught by outstanding industry leaders and use a variety of multimedia formats. The company has been an innovator and leader in the field of continuing education for over 25 years.
At DSW Fitness, we believe that learning is a lifelong process, and the design of our courses make learning, not just studying, the goal for the participant. Our courses allow you to upgrade specific skills that are necessary for job enhancement and give you the tools to produce positive lifestyle change in your clients by linking course offerings to applicable job-related skills, not necessarily degrees or certificates. The strength of DSW Fitness is founded on quality education, student feedback, and personalized customer service
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Exercise & Parkinson's Disease:
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Parkinson’s disease is considered by many to be the primary neurological disease of the elderly. Learn the cardinal signs, common symptoms and associated physical impairments of the condition. A complete section is devoted to specific exercise-management strategies and program-design considerations.
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Provide a general overview of the clinical condition of PD
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Identify the cardinal signs of PD
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List the direst and indirect impairments of PD and factos that may aggravate symptoms
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Outline management strategies for PD
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Discuss the benefits of regular physical activity in the management of PD
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Explain the essential components of an exercise program for a client with PD
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Discuss exercise design for clients with PD with respect to mode, intensity, duration, frequency, and progression of exercise
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Discuss pain and energy conservation considerations relevant to exercise design
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Outline general exercise considerations and recommendations for clients with PD
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Explain appropriate health screeniing methods and exercise monitoring techniques for clients with PD
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Identify common classifications of drugs used i n the treatment of PD and their effect on the exercising client
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Outline professional responsibilities of the clinical exercise specialist when working with a client with PD
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Identify a multidisciplinary team approach for the PD client
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Exercise & Respiratory
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DESERT SOUTHWEST FITNESS (DSW) Founded in 1980, Desert Southwest Fitness, Inc is dedicated to the publication and distribution of the highest quality professional development materials for the health, fitness, wellness and clinical professional. We specialize in self-directed distance learning and offer the largest selection of home study courses. Our courses are taught by outstanding industry leaders and use a variety of multimedia formats. The company has been an innovator and leader in the field of continuing education for over 25 years.
At DSW Fitness, we believe that learning is a lifelong process, and the design of our courses make learning, not just studying, the goal for the participant. Our courses allow you to upgrade specific skills that are necessary for job enhancement and give you the tools to produce positive lifestyle change in your clients by linking course offerings to applicable job-related skills, not necessarily degrees or certificates. The strength of DSW Fitness is founded on quality education, student feedback, and personalized customer service
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Exercise & Respiratory:
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Individuals with respiratory disease can live normal and productive lives with the help of management strategies that include exercise, breathing techniques, energy conservation and self-care. Gain the knowledge and confidence needed to design exercise programming for clients who suffer from emphysema, chronic bronchitis, asthma, and restrictive lung disease
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Course Objective:
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Identify the main structures of the pulmonary system.
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Describe normal respiratory responses to exercise and training.
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Describe the pathology, risk factors, and symptoms of emphysema.
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Describe the pathology, risk factors, and symptoms of chronic bronchitis.
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Describe the treatment of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).
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Describe the pathology, symptoms, and treatment of asthma.
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Develop a cardiovascular exercise prescription for clients with pulmonary disease.
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Develop a resistance exercise prescription for clients with pulmonary disease.
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Describe methods to safely monitor the exercise intensity of clients with pulmonary disease.
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Describe the risks and contraindications of exercise that pertain to clients with pulmonary disease.
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Exercise For Knee & Hip
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At DSW Fitness, we believe that learning is a lifelong process, and the design of our courses make learning, not just studying, the goal for the participant. Our courses allow you to upgrade specific skills that are necessary for job enhancement and give you the tools to produce positive lifestyle change in your clients by linking course offerings to applicable job-related skills, not necessarily degrees or certificates. The strength of DSW Fitness is founded on quality education, student feedback, and personalized customer service
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Exercise For Knee & Hip​:
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Understand the conditions leading to hip and knee joint replacement, the surgical techniques for joint replacement, postsurgical complications and the role of the fitness trainer in the rehabilitation continuum. Erin shares with you over 60 exercises, appropriate progressions and safety guidelines to use with your clients to improve strength, mobility and flexibility. This course is an invaluable resource for athletic trainers, exercise specialists and those working with older adults.
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Course Objective:
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Recognize conditions that can lead to a total joint replacement and the main goals of surgery.
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Outline the differences between the cemented and cementless procedures and describe the benefits and drawbacks of each.
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Identify the three conditions that negatively affect joint replacement postoperative outcomes.
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Implement client health screening and assessment after a total joint replacement and develop an appropriate exercise program based on the client's current condition.
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Outline the complications that can occur after a total joint replacement.
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Identify and understand the importance of the hip precautions after a total hip replacement.
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Describe activities and exercises that are safe and effective to perform after a total joint replacement of the knee and hip.
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Teach appropriate exercises for postsurgical knee and hip joint replacement, including proper positioning, execution, client reminders, and modifications.
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Distinguish the difference between beginner, intermediate, and advanced exercise categories for the proper progression of an exercise program.
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Low Back Injury Prevention
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DESERT SOUTHWEST FITNESS (DSW) Founded in 1980, Desert Southwest Fitness, Inc is dedicated to the publication and distribution of the highest quality professional development materials for the health, fitness, wellness and clinical professional. We specialize in self-directed distance learning and offer the largest selection of home study courses. Our courses are taught by outstanding industry leaders and use a variety of multimedia formats. The company has been an innovator and leader in the field of continuing education for over 25 years.
At DSW Fitness, we believe that learning is a lifelong process, and the design of our courses make learning, not just studying, the goal for the participant. Our courses allow you to upgrade specific skills that are necessary for job enhancement and give you the tools to produce positive lifestyle change in your clients by linking course offerings to applicable job-related skills, not necessarily degrees or certificates. The strength of DSW Fitness is founded on quality education, student feedback, and personalized customer service
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Low Back Injury Prevention:
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Use the newly published text Low Back Disorders, written by the world-renowned expert on spine function Stuart McGill, PhD, to design effective injury prevention and rehabilitation programs. Gain valuable information on measured loading of the back during specific exercises and learn how to tailor preventive strategies and exercises to individual clients as well as corrective exercises to improve stability and mobility. This comprehensive and advanced course is a must for trainers who work with clients who suffer from low back pain and conditions.
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Course Objective:
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Discuss some of the debatable issues regarding low back pain and its treatment.
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Explain the risk factors associated with low back disorders.
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Understand the normal and injury mechanics of the lumbar spine.
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Identify the important functional anatomy of the lumbar spine and its relation to injury mechanisms.
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Educate clients in prevention strategies to reduce the risk of low back injury.
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Understand the importance of scientifically based decision making in the evaluation and treatment of low back disorders.
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Develop an exercise program that includes safe lumbar stabilization exercises and be able to properly modify and progress the exercises.
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Prenatal & Postpartum
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DESERT SOUTHWEST FITNESS (DSW) Founded in 1980, Desert Southwest Fitness, Inc is dedicated to the publication and distribution of the highest quality professional development materials for the health, fitness, wellness and clinical professional. We specialize in self-directed distance learning and offer the largest selection of home study courses. Our courses are taught by outstanding industry leaders and use a variety of multimedia formats. The company has been an innovator and leader in the field of continuing education for over 25 years.
At DSW Fitness, we believe that learning is a lifelong process, and the design of our courses make learning, not just studying, the goal for the participant. Our courses allow you to upgrade specific skills that are necessary for job enhancement and give you the tools to produce positive lifestyle change in your clients by linking course offerings to applicable job-related skills, not necessarily degrees or certificates. The strength of DSW Fitness is founded on quality education, student feedback, and personalized customer service
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Prenatal & Postpartum​:
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Discover what every trainer working with pre- and postnatal women should know about designing safe and appropriate exercise. Learn the effect of exercise on maternal and fetal health and how to set intensity levels and modify exercise based on the most recent ACOG Guidelines. This course covers the latest research, demonstrates appropriate abdominal and pelvic floor exercise and suggests guidelines for strength training, water exercise and competitive sports during pregnancy.
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Course Objective:
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Identify the effect of exercise on maternal and fetal health.
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Describe anatomical and physiological changes that occur during pregnancy.
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Discuss the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) Guidelines for Exercise during Pregnancy and Postpartum.
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Outline safe and appropriate exercise design for the prenatal and postpartum woman.
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Identify specific and appropriate exercises and activities for the prenatal and postpartum woman.
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Explain the benefits and guidelines of water exercised for the pregnant client.
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Outline suggestions for initiating or enhancing a prenatal and postpartum exercise program.
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Identify postnatal exercise goals, and program design considerations.
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Identify complications and common conditions of pregnancy and postpartum and management strategies.
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Discuss the fitness practitioner’s professional responsibilities, including health screening, monitoring exercise, record keeping, and emergency procedures.
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Outline available resources that can be used in prenatal and postpartum exercise instruction and programming.
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Repetitive Stress Injuries
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At DSW Fitness, we believe that learning is a lifelong process, and the design of our courses make learning, not just studying, the goal for the participant. Our courses allow you to upgrade specific skills that are necessary for job enhancement and give you the tools to produce positive lifestyle change in your clients by linking course offerings to applicable job-related skills, not necessarily degrees or certificates. The strength of DSW Fitness is founded on quality education, student feedback, and personalized customer service
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Repetitive Stress Injuries​:
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Workplace repetitive stress conditions are the leading cause of disability in the US. Understand the underlying causes of repetitive stress injuries of the upper body, components of healing and specifics of exercise and ergonomic management. You’ll also design management and prevention strategies for three case studies.
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This course is designed to give you a comprehensive overview of repetitive stress injuries of the upper body and to provide you with prevention and management strategies for common overuse problems.
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Tai Chi Arthritis
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At DSW Fitness, we believe that learning is a lifelong process, and the design of our courses make learning, not just studying, the goal for the participant. Our courses allow you to upgrade specific skills that are necessary for job enhancement and give you the tools to produce positive lifestyle change in your clients by linking course offerings to applicable job-related skills, not necessarily degrees or certificates. The strength of DSW Fitness is founded on quality education, student feedback, and personalized customer service
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Tai Chi Arthritis:
Medical studies confirm that tai chi relieves pain, reduces the incidence of falls and improves quality of life. Join international tai chi authority Dr. Paul Lam as he presents entry-level, advanced and seated lessons and
new movement sequences using his innovative teaching format. This safe and effective home study program is easy to learn.
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Course Objective:
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Describe the health benefits of tai chi for arthritis.
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Discuss general guidelines for practicing tai chi.
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Perform and instruct the six core movements and six extension movements for tai chi for arthritis.
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Perform and instruct three advanced tai chi for arthritis movements on both sides.
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Perform and instruct nine movements for seated tai chi for arthritis.
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Describe and perform the Dan Tian breathing method.
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