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  • PT 511: Foundations in Physical Therapy Examination

    3.00 Credits
    Grand Valley State University

    Introduction to clinical measurement theory, basic examination techniques, interviewing, chart review, clinical documentation, and systems review in Physical Therapy. Addresses basic examination techniques for the musculoskeletal, neuromuscular, cardiopulmonary, and integumentary systems. Incorporates simulated clinical experiences. Offered fall semester. Prerequisites: Admission to physical therapy program. Prerequisite:    Prerequisites: Admission to physical therapy program.
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  • PT 512: Introduction to Evidence Based Practice in Physical Therapy

    1.00 Credits
    Grand Valley State University

    Provides an introduction to evidence-based practice in physical therapy. Critical thinking skills and the ability to concisely summarize thought in written form are emphasized. Assigned readings will provide the opportunity to examine varied types of research utilized in physical therapy. Offered fall semester. Prerequisites: Admission to the physical therapy program. Prerequisite:    Prerequisites: Admission to the physical therapy program.
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  • PT 513: Clinical Science I

    2.00 Credits
    Grand Valley State University

    Study of physiological responses to pathology of the endocrine, hepatic, immune, integumentary, gastrointestinal, renal, and reproductive systems, including mechanisms basic to inflammation, neoplasia, tissue repair and regeneration, and pain across the four major systems of PT practice. Systems screening, physical therapy practice patterns, and medical management, including pharmacotherapy is emphasized. Offered fall semester. Prerequisites: Admission to the physical therapy program. Prerequisite:    Prerequisites: Admission to the physical therapy program.
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  • PT 515: Professional Topics I

    1.00 Credits
    Grand Valley State University

    Introduces the roles of physical therapists in a changing health care system and the following professional topics: APTA; guide to physical therapy practice; ethics, conduct and informed consent; communication; diversity; involvement of the patient; systems perspectives; documentation; reimbursement; and literature. Offered fall semester. Prerequisites: Admission to the physical therapy program. Prerequisite:    Prerequisites: Admission to the physical therapy program.
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  • PT 517: Kinesiology and Biomechanics I

    3.00 Credits
    Grand Valley State University

    The study of functional musculoskeletal anatomy, including arthrokinematics, osteokinematics, muscular actions and control, and kinesiological concepts that govern motion concerns. Course content will focus on normal human motion; pathological human motion will be introduced. Students will use living subject models for surface anatomy palpation and functional analysis of movement patterns. Offered fall semester. Prerequisites: Admission to the physical therapy program. Prerequisite:    Prerequisites: Admission to the physical therapy program.
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  • PT 521: Musculoskeletal Examination

    4.00 Credits
    Grand Valley State University

    Diagnostic procedures for patients with a variety of musculoskeletal conditions that affect the upper and lower extremities, and spine. Includes: patient screening for medical disease, physical examination for impairments and functional limitations, clinical decision-making, and referral strategies. Offered winter semester. Prerequisite: Successful completion of all previously required courses in the D.P.T. curricular sequence. Prerequisite:    Prerequisite: Successful completion of all previously required courses in the D.P.T. curricular sequence.
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  • PT 522: Musculoskeletal Interventions

    4.00 Credits
    Grand Valley State University

    Students will learn the basic, evidence-based intervention and establishment of prognosis skills for musculoskeletal extremity and spinal pathologies. An eclectic approach to patient management is presented so that manual and therapeutic exercise techniques may be applied clinically. Basic issues of injury prevention and wellness will be addressed. Offered winter semester. Prerequisite: Successful completion of all previously required courses in the D.P.T. curricular sequence. Prerequisite:    Prerequisite: Successful completion of all previously required courses in the D.P.T. curricular sequence.
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  • PT 523: Clinical Science II

    3.00 Credits
    Grand Valley State University

    Study of pathology associated with the musculoskeletal system due to disease conditions and trauma across the lifespan. Topics also include principles in diagnostic imaging, orthopedic surgical and medical management, and pharmacology, where appropriate. Offered winter semester. Prerequisite: Successful completion of all previously required courses in the D.P.T. curricular sequence. Prerequisite:    Prerequisite: Successful completion of all previously required courses in the D.P.T. curricular sequence.
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  • PT 526: Clinical Seminar I

    2.00 Credits
    Grand Valley State University

    Students will be exposed to an array of clinical issues associated with decision-making for patients with primary musculoskeletal disorders. Issues such as reimbursement, access to the clinician, effective communication, confidentiality, cultural diversity, and effective utilization of community resources will be explored as the student becomes involved in total case management. Offered winter semester. Prerequisite: Successful completion of all previously required courses in the D.P.T. curricular sequence. Prerequisite:    Prerequisite: Successful completion of all previously required courses in the D.P.T. curricular sequence.
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  • PT 528: Kinesiology and Biomechanics II

    3.00 Credits
    Grand Valley State University

    Rigid and deformable body mechanical principles will be used to understand normal human function and pathomechanics related to dysfunction. Application of principles to understand examination, evaluation, diagnosis, prognosis, and intervention for impairments, functional limitations, and disability will be emphasized. Methods of kinematic, kinetic, and electromyographic investigation will be introduced. Offered winter semester. Prerequisite: Successful completion of all previously required courses in the D.P.T. curricular sequence. Prerequisite:    Prerequisite: Successful completion of all previously required courses in the D.P.T. curricular sequence.
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