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2.00 Credits
This lecture/laboratory course will further explore the concepts of biomechanics and kinesiology through the application and analysis of static and dynamic evaluation emphasizing the lumbopelvic region and joints of the lower extremities. The students will explore forces affecting arthrokinematic and osteokinematic function within the joints of these regions and relate those to whole body and regional mobility and stability by way of clinical applications to physical therapy. Laboratories will further promote development of critical thinking skills in the application of biomechanical analysis and its implications in examination and intervention. Prerequisite: PT First Year Spring professional status or permission of PT Department. Offered Each Spring.
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3.00 Credits
This foundational science course introduces and emphasizes the concepts and knowledge of the body's physiological response to exercise, overuse, and disuse. Lectures and laboratory experiences focus on the structural and physiological effects of exercise and establish a knowledge base for the future clinician to develop and critically assess neuromusculoskeletal exercise prescription and cardiopulmonary intervention programs. Prerequisite: PT First Year Fall professional status or permission of PT Department. Offered Each Fall.
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4.00 Credits
A lecture and laboratory course in which the physiological responses of the body to thermal, mechanical, and electromagnetic energies will be introduced and emphasized. The student learners will also be expected to be able to critically select, justify and skillfully apply appropriate thermal, mechanical and electromagnetic modalities in order to bring about a desired physiological tissue level response. In addition, the student will gain knowledge regarding when physical agents and mechanical modalities are appropriate adjuncts in preparation for other treatment interventions, such as therapeutic exercise and functional training. Prerequisite: PT First Year Spring professional status or permission of PT Department. Offered Each Spring.
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5.00 Credits
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.
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5.00 Credits
This lecture/laboratory course, the second in a series of three, will further develop knowledge and skill of the elements of physical therapy practice and patient/ client management for musculoskeletal rehabilitation. This course will reinforce foundational principles presented in PT 514 and will introduce and emphasize knowledge and skill in differentiating musculoskeletal pathophysiologies and impairments of the lumbopelvic region and lower extremity. Intervention philosophies and techniques will be explored and applied in a conceptual framework emphasizing functional restoration. Additional patient care skills will be presented including transfer training, gait training, environmental assessment, therapeutic equipment assessment, and aquatic therapy. Laboratories will promote development of skill in the application of examination and intervention techniques discussed in lecture. Prerequisite: PT First Year Spring professional status or permission of PT Department. Offered Each Spring.
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2.00 Credits
This course is the third, in a three part series, which will provide the students an opportunity to further explore topics in musculoskeletal rehabilitation through a problem based learning format. A faculty mentor will present a selected case and the goals and expectations of each learning experience. A small group of students will then proceed in designing and implementing an action plan aimed at achievement of these goals. The students will be required to: interpret and analyze the information provided; gather additional information as necessary from reading and discussions of current scientific professional literature; and to synthesize and present a coherent, evidence-based argument addressing the specific goals of each case study learning experience. The faculty member will serve as a facilitator for directing the students' discussions and psychomotor activities. Prerequisite: PT Second Year Fall professional status or permission of PT Department. Offered Each Fall.
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3.00 Credits
This course is the first in a three part clinical medicine series. It is designed to challenge the student to evaluate the knowledge of clinical presentations associated with musculoskeletal pathology as a foundation for direct patient/client care and research. Key topics characteristic of common orthopedic pathologies will be addressed including etiology; epidemiology; underlying pathophysiology and histology; clinical signs and symptoms related to impairments, functional limitations, disabilities; natural history and prognosis, diagnostic medical procedures; differential diagnosis; medical, pharmacological, surgical management; and expected outcomes. Differential diagnosis related to musculoskeletal pathology will be emphasized and applied to determine appropriateness of physical therapy intervention. Content presented will encompass pathologies observed across the life span. Prerequisite: PT First Year Fall professional status or permission of PT Department. Offered Each Fall.
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2.00 Credits
This lecture/laboratory course is designed to increase the student's understanding of prosthetics and orthotics. Principles of prosthetic and orthotic design, function, and fabrication will be discussed. Clinical problem solving for prosthetic or orthotic prescription will be addressed based on examination findings in order to optimize function for the patient/client. Pre-prosthetic as well as prosthetic training will be emphasized. Use of orthosis in management of individuals receiving physical therapy will be integrated with knowledge from previous courses in orthopedics and neurorehabilitation. Prerequisite: PT Second Year Spring professional status or permission of PT Department. Offered Each Spring.
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2.00 Credits
Motor control and motor learning theories will be explored as theoretical foundations for evidence-based physical therapy practice. Through lecture, laboratory, and student-led discussion of published research literature, students will explore the application of motor control and motor learning principles within the context of clinical examination, evaluation and interventions. The development of postural control across the life span, and theories of motor learning and motor re-learning following musculoskeletal or neurological insult will be emphasized with particular attention to how manipulation of practice and feedback variables impact motor learning. Prerequisites: PT Second Year Fall professional status or permission of PT Department. Offered Each Fall.
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2.00 Credits
This lecture/laboratory course will address the diversified issues of clinical management of patient/client with primary and/or secondary cardiovascular and pulmonary dysfunction within the context of Physical Therapy. Topics will include practice setting specific management principles and therapeutic techniques to address primary and secondary impairments of the cardiovascular and pulmonary systems, as well as prevention of dysfunction in individuals across their life span. Topics to be discussed include Chronic Obstructive Lung Dysfunction, Restrictive Lung Dysfunction, Cardiac Muscle Dysfunction, the post-surgical patient, the patient post-trauma, and the patient with cancer. Prerequisites: PT Third Year Fall professional status or permission of PT Department. Offered Each Fall.
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