PTA 209 - Clinical Kinesiology

Institution:

Allegany College of Maryland

Subject:

Physical Therapy Assistant

Description:

The student will learn: 1) advanced anatomy of the musculoskeletal system with special considerations of joints of the body; 2) movement analysis of the body with emphasis on osteokinematics and arthrokinematics; 3) gait analysis in the normal and involved patient; 4) gross muscle testing, basic understanding of manual muscle testing; 5) related medical and SOAP format documentation; and 6) palpation of bony and soft tissue structures. Includes laboratory practicals on all topics. In order to successfully pass this course, student must achieve a grade of "C" or better. Acceptance into the Physical Therapist Assistant program is required to take this course.

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.allegany.edu

Phone Number:

(301) 784-5000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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