Program Overview

Universidad Europea de Madrid

Private Master's Degree in Physiotherapy for Musculoskeletal Pain

Overview

The Private Master's Degree in Physiotherapy for Musculoskeletal Pain is an innovative program designed to train expert professionals in the comprehensive approach to musculoskeletal pain. With an interdisciplinary approach, the program combines the most advanced theoretical training with clinical practice, structured into four blocks of knowledge: pain neuroscience, orthopaedic manual therapy, therapeutic exercise, and invasive physiotherapy.

Study Plan

The program offers a highly specialized study plan, based on the biopsychosocial approach in the management of pain. The study plan integrates the most advanced therapeutic methods, delving into the following knowledge:

• The diagnosis and treatment techniques of orthopedic manual therapy based on scientific evidence.
• How to prescribe therapeutic exercise in musculoskeletal disorders and knowledge of the neurophysiology of movement.
• The neuroscience of pain and the knowledge of its pharmacology.
• Clinical education programs in neuroscience of pain and placebo management in the consultation.
• Cognitive-behavioral tools to address pain in a comprehensive and effective way.
• Functional evaluation by ultrasound and the application of neuromodulation and transcranial direct therapy (tdcs) as treatment techniques for pain.

Syllabus

• Module 1 Clinical reasoning in the approach to musculoskeletal pain.
• Module 2 Neurophysiology of pain: theoretical basis and guidelines for its management.
• Module 3 Pharmacology of pain.
• Module 4 Psychosocial factors of pain: theoretical basis and treatment guidelines.
• Module 5 Therapeutic education in pain neuroscience.
• Module 6 Therapeutic exercise in the modulation of musculoskeletal pain.
• Module 7 Neurophysiological mand Effects of Orthopaedic manual therapy.
• Module 8 Orthopaedic manual therapy for the spine.
• Module 9 Orthopaedic manual therapy in the upper extremity.
• Module 10 Orthopaedic manual therapy in the lower extremity.
• Module 11 Introduction to invasive physiotherapy.
• Module 12 Clinical practices.

Graduate Profile

The graduate of the Private Master's Degree Physiotherapy for Musculoskeletal Pain from the Universidad Europea stands out as an expert physiotherapist, prepared to lead in the management and treatment of musculoskeletal pain. With an innovative approach and backed by the latest scientific evidence, this professional is trained to offer personalized and effective solutions, integrating advanced manual therapy techniques and therapeutic exercise strategies that improve the patient's functionality and well-being.

Internships

Internships are a key component of your training. Acquiring experience after what you have learnt in your degree program is the best way to enter the employment market. There are two types of internships: curricular—which are included in your study plan—and extracurricular—which you can do on a voluntary basis.

Employability

Graduating with a Private Master's Degree in Physiotherapy with a focus on musculoskeletal pain offers diverse career opportunities in both clinical and non-clinical settings such as:

• Physiotherapist: work in hospitals, clinics, or private practices, focusing on the assessment and treatment of patients with musculoskeletal issues.
• Manual therapist: focus on hands-on techniques to relieve pain and improve function in musculoskeletal patients.
• Pain management specialist: work in multidisciplinary pain management clinics, collaborating with other healthcare professionals to develop treatment plans.
• Orthopaedic physiotherapist: work closely with orthopaedic surgeons and patients undergoing surgery or rehabilitation for musculoskeletal conditions.
• Rehabilitation specialist: assist patients in recovering from surgeries, injuries, or chronic pain conditions.
• Sports physiotherapist: specialize in treating athletes, helping them recover from injuries and improve performance.

Admissions

Start your future at Universidad Europea

You can become a student at Universidad Europea in three easy steps.

1. Admission exams
2. Place reservation
3. Enrollment

Faculty

The program is taught by a multidisciplinary team of experts, including:

• Dr. Jose Luis Alonso Perez: Vice-Dean of the Faculty of Physical Activity, Sports Sciences and Physiotherapy.
• Mrs. Alexandra Alonso Sal: Director of the Master's Degree.
• Mr. Guillermo Molinero Carlier: Director of the Master's Degree.
• Dr. Luana Colloca: Professor at the University of Maryland and an Honorary Professor in the School of Psychology at the University of Sydney.
• Dr. Lucy Thomas: Senior Lecturer and Research Fellow in the discipline of Physiotherapy at the University of Queensland.
• Dr. Josue Fernandez Carnero: Physiotherapist from the Universidad Pontificia Comillas in Madrid and holds a Master's Degree and European Doctorate in the Study and Treatment of Pain from the Rey Juan Carlos University.
• Dr. Giacomo Rossettini: Graduated in Physiotherapy in 2008 (PT); title of Orthopaedic Manipulative Physiotherapist (OMPT) in 2010; Master in Rehabilitation Sciences for Health Professions (MSc) in 2013 and PhD in Neuroscience in 2018.

Academic Quality

Universidad Europea is positioned as a university of reference in Europe and Latin America and is present in several international rankings.

Internal Quality Assurance System (SAIC)

The University has an internal quality plan whose objective is to promote a culture of quality and continuous improvement, and to enable it to face future challenges with the maximum guarantee of success.