What is Physiotherapy?

Dr. DeCou graduated from the University of Western States (formerly Western States Chiropractic College) in Portland, Oregon.  On top of taking all four parts of examinations for the Doctor of Chiropractic certification, Dr. DeCou also elected to take the Physiotherapy exam. The physiotherapy examination for chiropractic colleges includes the following:

Exercise Physiology 

• Neurobiology of training and conditioning
• Biochemistry of training and conditioning

Endurance Training 

• Aerobic capacity and adaption
• Cardiovascular rehabilitation

Muscle Rehabilitation 

• Stretching techniques
• Strengthening protocols

Neuromuscular Rehabilitation 

• Balance and alignment
• Coordinated movement patterns
• Core/spine stabilization

Disorder-specific Rehabilitation 

• Spine and pelvis
• Upper extremities
• Lower extremities

Mechanotherapy

• Cervical/lumbar traction
• Massage, vibration and trigger point therapy
• Bracing/orthotics
• Taping

Functional Assessment 

• Gait
• Movement patterns
• Muscle imbalances

Phototherapy 

• Cold laser
• Ultraviolet

Thermotherapy 

• Infrared
• Paraffin
• Hot moist packs
• Hydrotherapy
• Ultrasound
• Diathermy
• Cryotherapy

Electrotherapy 

• Interferential current
• High voltage therapy
• Low volt galvanism/iontophoresis
• Electrical muscle stimulation
• TENS
• Microcurrent

Dr. DeCou has studied and understands the advantages of each type of therapy personally as an athlete as well as a Doctor of Chiropractic. He has used each form of therapy from the exam throughout his career as a chiropractic practitioner.  

Being able to treat each patient individually and understand how each type of care effects the musculoskeletal system is an advantage that Dr. DeCou is proud to have at his disposal as a chiropractic physician.

At DeCou Sports Chiropractic in Bozeman, Montana we are proud to think outside of the box and work with all practitioners in Bozeman to get you the care that you need. Feel free to call or email us at anytime.  

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