Exercise and Fibromyalgia, 2nd ed.
Strategies for safely managing chronic fatigue and pain.
The only CE course to address Fibromyalgia Syndrome (FMS) with information relevant for trainers. Gain a comprehensive understanding of Fibromyalgia Syndrome and learn how to alleviate chronic fatigue and pain and facilitate movement. This course combines research studies and medical findings and distills the facts into an easy-to-understand approach. Instill confidence in your clients as the programs you design diminish their chronic fatigue without aggravating their condition.
Course Objectives:
- Provide a general overview of the clinical condition of fibromyalgia syndrome. (FMS).
- List the primary and secondary symptoms associated with FMS and factors that my exacerbate symptoms.
- Identify methods and criteria used in the clinical diagnosis of fibromyalgia.
- Outline management strategies for the client with FMS.
- Discuss the benefits of regular physical activity in the management of FMS.
- Explain the essential components of an exercise program for a client with FMS.
- Discuss exercise design for clients with FMS with respect to mode, intensity, duration, frequency, and progression of exercise.
- Identify general exercise considerations and recommendations for clients with FMS.
- Outline pain, fatigue, and sleep management strategies.
- Explain appropriate health screening methods and exercise monitoring techniques for clients with FMS.
- Identify common classifications of drugs used in the treatment of fibromyalgia.
- Identify professional responsibilities of the fitness professional when working with clients with FMS.
| Course Includes: Exam 106-page workbook |
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| Topic: Special Medical Concerns | |
| Level: Intermediate | |
| Weight: 1.5 lbs | |
| Complete Course #4476 $95.00 | |
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