Intensive Care Physiotherapy

Physical Therapy Specialization in Intensive, Urgent and Emergency

Care

The Physiotherapy Specialization in Intensive, Urgent and Emergency Care provides the necessary knowledge for physiotherapists to act safely, quickly and dynamically in urgent and emergency situations. This course meets market demand, justified by the important participation of physiotherapists in various segments of intensive

care.

The physiotherapist plays an important role in conducting mechanical ventilation, from preparing and adjusting the artificial ventilator to weaning and interrupting ventilation support. It also acts in early motor intervention for patients, contributing in all aspects to the reduction of morbidity and mortality and the length of hospital stay. In addition, there is a growth in the practice of ICUs, which makes the training and specialization of this professional essential

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The Intensive Care Physiotherapy graduate program includes theoretical classes taught by professors working in the area and supervised clinical practice with patients from the Hospital das Clínicas da FMUSP. An opportunity for excellent learning and networking with professionals from various specialties in the care of critically ill patients.

Differentials

• Action in the referenced emergency of the HCFMUSP and reception of patients arriving by air rescue;
• Practices in Intensive Care Units of various specialties in the care of critically ill patients;
• Classes and practical experiences with renowned professionals in the field.