Respiration and Inspiratory Muscle Training in Athletes: Module 2 (Accreditation Number: PPB007/2025/04/009)

Duration: 1 Hour  |  CEU Points awarded: 1 General (CEUs), Level 1, Accreditation Number: PPB007/2025/04/009 This one-hour CPD course on Respiration and Inspiratory Muscle Training explores the critical connection between breathing patterns, postural control, and athletic performance, presented by musculoskeletal and pulmonary physiotherapist Ilke Lategan. The session begins by defining normal respiratory function and examining how dysfunctional breathing presents in athletes—affecting movement, performance, and recovery. Participants will be introduced to the anatomy and function of the respiratory muscles, with a focus on Inspiratory Muscle Training (IMT) as a therapeutic and performance-enhancing tool. Ilke will guide attendees through clinical, occupational, and sport-specific applications of IMT, including when and how to prescribe it, which devices to use, and what precautions or contraindications must be considered. Through practical demonstrations and case-based examples, this course offers hands-on strategies for integrating IMT into physiotherapy practice—whether for athletes in recovery or individuals managing chronic respiratory dysfunction. Ideal for physiotherapists working in orthopaedics, sports, or respiratory rehab who are looking to deepen their understanding of functional breathing and performance optimization.