Diploma in Chiropractic & Physiotherapy Assistant

 Diploma in Chiropractic & Physiotherapy Assistant (DCPA)

📘 DCPA – 2 YEAR

🟢 FIRST YEAR SYLLABUS

🔹 1. Basic Medical Sciences

• Human Anatomy (Bones, Muscles, Joints)
• Human Physiology (Body Systems & Functions)
• Basic Biochemistry
• Basic Pathology

🔹 2. Fundamentals of Physiotherapy

• Introduction to Physiotherapy
• Principles of Rehabilitation
• Role of Physiotherapy Assistant
• Ethics & Patient Care

🔹 3. Electrotherapy

• Introduction to Electrotherapy
• TENS (Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation)
• IFT (Interferential Therapy)
• Ultrasound Therapy
• Short Wave Diathermy (SWD)
• Safety Measures & Contraindications

🔹 4. Exercise Therapy

• Introduction to Exercise Therapy
• Range of Motion Exercises (ROM)
• Stretching & Strengthening Exercises
• Posture Correction Exercises
• Breathing Exercises

🔹 5. Basics of Chiropractic

• Introduction to Chiropractic
• Principles of Chiropractic Care
• Spine Structure & Function
• Postural Imbalance

🔹 6. First Aid & Emergency Care

• CPR (Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation)
• Fracture Management
• Sprain & Strain Management
• Bandaging Techniques

🔹 7. Communication Skills

• Patient Communication
• Record Maintenance
• Professional Ethics

🟡 SECOND YEAR SYLLABUS

🔹 1. Advanced Physiotherapy Techniques

• Manual Therapy
• Mobilization Techniques
• Traction Therapy
• Advanced Exercise Therapy

🔹 2. Chiropractic Techniques

• Spinal Adjustment Techniques (Basic Level)
• Joint Manipulation (Assistant Level)
• Soft Tissue Therapy
• Postural Correction Techniques

🔹 3. Orthopedic Conditions

• Arthritis
• Back Pain & Slip Disc
• Fractures & Dislocations
• Sports Injuries

🔹 4. Neurological Conditions

• Stroke (CVA)
• Paralysis
• Parkinson’s Disease
• Cerebral Palsy

🔹 5. Rehabilitation & Patient Care

• Rehabilitation Planning
• Geriatric Care (Old Age Patients)
• Pediatric Care
• Disability Management

🔹 6. Clinical Diagnosis & Assessment

• Patient Evaluation
• Range of Motion Testing
• Muscle Strength Testing
• Pain Assessment Methods

🔹 7. Clinic Management

• Clinic Setup Basics
• Equipment Maintenance
• Patient Records & Documentation