PTA 112 - Therapeutic Modalities

Institution:

Mount Wachusett Community College

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Description:

4 credits This course is designed to present the physiological basis, clinical application, and specific techniques of administration for the following modalities: infrared heating and cooling, ultraviolet light, deep heating, intermittent compression, mechanical traction, electrical stimulation of analgesia, muscle contraction and specialized currents, iontophoresis, biofeedback, and wound care management. Emphasis will be placed on the indications, precautions and contraindications of each to assure patient safety and treatment effectiveness. Prerequisite: PTA110. Fall.

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

MWCC.EDU

Phone Number:

(978) 632-6600

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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