PT 514/L - Musculoskeletal Rehabilitation I

Institution:

Daemen University

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Description:

This lecture/laboratory course, the first in a series of three, will introduce and emphasize the elements of physical therapy practice and patient/client management for musculoskeletal rehabilitation. This course will promote development of knowledge and skill required for differentiating musculoskeletal pathophysiologies and impairments of the cervical spine, temporomandibular joint, thoracic spine, and upper extremity as well as relate them to the presentation of patient/client functional limitations and disabilities. Students will further develop critical thinking skills and decision-making processes in evidence-based clinical practice. Additionally, the utilization of disablement models will be included as a conceptual framework for patient/client management. Intervention concepts and techniques will be presented and applied in a conceptual framework emphasizing functional restoration. Laboratories will promote development of skill in the application of examination and intervention techniques discussed in lecture. Prerequisite: PT First Year Fall professional status or permission of PT Department. Offered Each Fall.

Credits:

5.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.daemen.edu

Phone Number:

(716) 839-3600

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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