About Course
Congestive heart failure (CHF) is a complex clinical syndrome characterized by structural and functional cardiac abnormalities, leading to significant morbidity and mortality. This physiotherapy CPD course will provide an evidence-based understanding of CHF, focusing on pathophysiology, clinical presentation, risk factors, and physiotherapy considerations. Participants will gain insight into diagnostic classifications, symptom management, and therapeutic interventions tailored to improve patient outcomes.
Physiotherapy CPD Course Learning objectives :
- Explain the pathology, classification, and clinical symptoms of Congestive Heart Failure, highlighting their relevance to physiotherapy assessment and intervention.
- Conduct targeted physical examinations for patients with CHF, incorporating cardiopulmonary and functional assessments to inform clinical decision-making.
- Apply evidence-based physiotherapy management strategies, including tailored rehabilitation approaches and adjunct techniques, supported by current literature.
- Design and prescribe individualized exercise programs aligned with clinical practice guidelines (e.g. NICE, ESC, AHA),ensuring safety, progression, and patient engagement.
CPD Credit Hours
1.5 Hour
Resources
Downloadable Course Material
CPD Certificate
Course Presenter
Dr. Rina Pandya PT DPT FHEA PGLTHE:
Dr. Rina Pandya is a highly experienced physical therapist with a diverse international background. She earned her entry-level degree from the School of Allied Health Sciences Manipal, India, and her post-professional doctoral degree from the University of Michigan-Flint.1
With extensive clinical experience in India, Oman, the United Kingdom, and the United States, Dr. Pandya brings a global perspective to her practice. Her roles as a clinician and rehabilitation manager have equipped her with a comprehensive understanding of healthcare systems and patient care.
A dedicated advocate for lifelong learning, Dr. Pandya has completed numerous professional development courses and certifications, including a Fellowship in Higher Education (FHEA) and a Postgraduate Certificate in Learning and Teaching in Higher Education (PGLTHE). Her passion for evidence-based practice is further strengthened by her completion of a formal research methods program at the Manchester School of Physiotherapy.
Dr. Pandya's commitment to teaching and her desire to empower clinicians make her an ideal instructor for this course. Her engaging teaching style and practical approach will enhance your understanding of the subject matter and inspire you to implement evidance-based practices in your clinical setting
Disclaimer: Our online physiotherapy courses meet the criteria and guidelines for CPD (Continuing Professional Development). The CPD hours indicated on the certificate contribute towards fulfilling professional standards and requirements necessary for CPD audits conducted by the HCPC and AHPRA. These CPD hours are important for maintaining physiotherapy registration and ensuring compliance with CPD audit and Physiotherapy registration renewal processes. Our courses are recognized as valuable continuing education resources across the UK, Australia, New Zealand, and throughout Asia and the Middle East
