PTA 102 - Introduction to Rehabilitation

Institution:

Broome Community College

Subject:

Physical Therapist

Description:

A theoretical and applied study of rehabilitation techniques used in the field of physical therapy. The course includes the study of principles of normal body alignment, body mechanics, posture, balance and cultural competence. Topics include bed positioning, moving and lifting the dependent patient, as well as the techniques of goniometrics, transfer and elevation activities, passive and self range of motion exercises. Emphasis is on orthopedic and neurologic treatment techniques, including the therapeutic gymnasium, wheelchairs and assistive devices, orthotics, prosthetics, and the exploration of architectrual barriers. In addition, interventions for the pediatric patient and patients with amputaions are explored. Prerequisite- Corequisite Corequisites: PTA 101 Introduction to Physical Therapy II, PTA 103 Physical Agents and Massage

Credits:

4.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Multiple

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

WWW.SUNYBROOME.EDU

Phone Number:

(607) 778-5000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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