Diploma in Sports Physiotherapy ( 2YEAR)

2-Year Diploma in Sports Physiotherapy

 YEAR 1

1. Anatomy (Sports-Focused)

• Introduction to Human Anatomy
  • Terminology, planes & positions
• Musculoskeletal Anatomy
  • Bones, joints, ligaments
  • Upper limb, lower limb, spine
• Muscle Physiology
  • Origin, insertion, action of major muscles
• Neuroanatomy Basics
  • Peripheral and central nervous system
• Sports-specific Functional Anatomy
  • Movement analysis of running, jumping, throwing

2. Physiology

• Cellular Physiology
• Muscle & Nerve Physiology
• Cardio-respiratory Physiology
• Endocrine system & exercise adaptation
• Energy systems in sport (ATP-PC, Lactic, Aerobic)

3. Biomechanics & Kinesiology

• Basic mechanics: forces, levers, torque
• Gait analysis
• Posture & alignment
• Biomechanics of sports skills
  • Sprinting, cycling, swimming, lifting
• Injury biomechanics

4. Exercise Therapy (Foundations)

• ROM exercises
• Stretching techniques
• Strengthening principles
• Balance & coordination training
• Core stability fundamentals
• Physiotherapy in fitness training

5. Electrotherapy

• Basics of electro-modalities
• TENS, IFT, NMES
• Ultrasound therapy
• Shortwave diathermy
• Cryotherapy & thermotherapy
• Laser therapy basics

6. Pathology & Pharmacology (Basic)

• General pathology
• Inflammation & healing
• Common drugs in sports medicine
• NSAIDs, muscle relaxants, analgesics
• Doping and anti-doping awareness

7. First Aid & Sports Emergency Management

• On-field injury assessment
• CPR & Basic Life Support (BLS)
• Fracture management
• Wound care
• Heat stroke, dehydration, shock

8. Practical Training – Year 1

• Anatomy dissections / models
• Gait & posture assessment
• Electrotherapy practicals
• Exercise therapy lab
• Field visit to sports centres

 YEAR 2

1. Sports Injuries & Rehabilitation

• Types of sports injuries
  • Sprains, strains, overuse injuries
• Acute & chronic injury management
• Rehabilitation phases
  • Acute → Sub-acute → Functional → Return-to-sport
• Sport-specific rehab
  • Football, cricket, athletics, hockey, badminton
• Shoulder, knee, ankle, spine rehab

2. Manual Therapy Techniques

• Joint mobilization (Maitland, Kaltenborn)
• Soft tissue mobilization
• Myofascial release (MFR)
• Trigger point therapy
• PNF techniques
• Taping & strapping

3. Strength & Conditioning

• Principles of athletic training
• Speed, agility & quickness (SAQ) drills
• Plyometrics
• Resistance training
• Periodization
• Injury prevention programs

4. Sports Nutrition

• Macronutrients & micronutrients
• Hydration strategies
• Diet for endurance & power athletes
• Supplements in sports
• Nutritional injury recovery

5. Sports Psychology

• Motivation & goal setting
• Anxiety & stress management
• Team dynamics
• Mental toughness & focus
• Psychological rehab of injured athletes

6. Research Methodology & Project

• Basic research principles
• Data collection & analysis
• Case study development
• Clinical project submission

7. Clinical Internship

• On-field physiotherapy support
• Working with sports teams
• Rehab centre postings
• Documentation & assessment
• Final practical exam