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Course Aims/Objectives
Integrate latest research, theory and best practice to further inform healthcare professionals about the benefits of using electrical stimulation
Provide practitioners with the knowledge of physiology of nerve stimulation and impact on muscle contraction and function
To introduce the use of electrical stimulation using a variety of settings and devices to optimize muscle contraction for function
To review upper limb anatomy and peripheral nerve function to ensure accurate electrode placement
To practice practical use and application of ES including clinical reasoning for use in particular patient populations
Discuss organisational issues and skills required for delivering and using ES in clinical practice