Maternal Infant Physiotherapy

• Learn the roles of different healthcare professionals who provide care to women;
• Learn the roles of different healthcare professionals who provide care to the newborn and babies;
• Work in a multidisciplinary and interdisciplinary team;
• Promote the visibility of Physical Therapy in these healthcare fields;
• Assess women's needs using specific Physical Therapy tools;
• Recognise children at risk;
• Facilitate the development of parenting skills;
• Focus Care on Family;
• Design intervention projects within the scope of healthcare promotion, primary and secondary prevention, and rehabilitation in regard to maternal and child healthcare;
• Implement intervention projects within the scope of healthcare promotion, primary and secondary prevention, and rehabilitation in regard to maternal and child healthcare;
• Assess interventions within the scope of healthcare promotion, primary and secondary prevention, and rehabilitation in regard to maternal and child healthcare.

CiiEM’s research in Maternal Infant Physiotherapy focuses on developing evidence-based interventions to support the physical well-being of mothers and infants, particularly in the postnatal period. This field offers opportunities for researchers to explore innovative physiotherapeutic approaches that enhance recovery, prevent complications, and promote optimal development for both mother and child.