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  • 3.00 Credits

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  • 3.00 Credits

    This course, utilizing both lecture and lab format, prepares students to comprehend the physiological changes occurring in the body when undergoing the stress of exercise and physical activity. The content of this course includes an emphasis on the measurement of normal physiological functions, as well as the recognition and measurement of both normal and abnormal adaptations that may occur in the cardiorespiratory and muscular systems of the body as a result of exercise. Students will learn the interrelationship between body composition and metabolism during the body’s response to exercise, and discuss the correlation of nutrition, hydration, and altitude, as influenced by the body’s metabolic responses to exercise as well as temperature. Students will be introduced to evolving complementary and alternative medical practices, along with an overview of the requirements of a periodization plan for regular exercise. Students will learn information concerning nutrition and wellness concepts, as it relates to the general population and special needs populations. In addition, general fitness concepts will be discussed as it relates to wellness, relaxation techniques, general nutrition and dietary supplements. Prerequisites: HLTS 315/315L, 470/470L, 471/471L, 570/570L, 571/571L, 480, 481, and 580, 581.
  • 3.00 Credits

    This course is designed as an introduction to basic evaluation and documentation techniques, which can be used with any patient diagnosis. It will draw heavily on previous classes, especially anatomy and physiology. Topics to be included are the bony and soft tissue palpation, vital signs, reflex and sensation testing, basic balance and coordination testing, manual muscle testing, range of motion and goniometry, length and girth measurements, postural analysis. Prerequisites: HLTS 315/315L, 470/470L or 570/570L, 471/471L or 571/571L, 480 or 580, 481or 581.
  • 4.00 Credits

    Clinical Education I is the first of five full-time clinical experiences. Each student is assigned a clinical instructor (CI) who serves as their clinical supervisor. In addition, each clinical site has a Center Coordinator for Clinical Education (CCCE) who is responsible for overseeing the student’s clinical education experience. Students are expected to apply current professional knowledge base to develop problem solving strategies for managing clinical problems; integrate academic knowledge and skills into the clinical setting; demonstrate professional behavior, and participate as a member of the health care team. This includes participating in clinical examinations, evaluations, and implementation of physical therapy interventions; discharge planning; educating patients, family members and caregivers; participation in team meetings; on-site continuing education; patient rounds and formal patient reporting; and other learning experiences as determined by the CI/CCCE. Supplemental learning experiences such as observing surgery and working with members of the interdisciplinary health care team are encouraged when available. Prerequisites: Successful completion of all previous courses in the doctor of physical therapy curriculum.
  • 3.00 Credits

    This course will serve as the foundation from which the subsequent orthopedic courses will be built. This course will provide the student with the theoretical basis and framework for the examination, evaluation, diagnosis and intervention of musculoskeletal dysfunction. Information will be primarily conveyed in lecture format though students will gain laboratory experience with functional movement screening and isokinetic testing. Prerequisites: HLTS 537/537L; PHYT 508.
  • 3.00 Credits

    This lecture/laboratory course will serve to enhance, integrate and build upon the information and skills gleaned from Examination Methods and Orthopedic Science I. Special emphasis will be placed on the examination, evaluation, diagnosis, prognosis and intervention of upper extremity musculoskeletal dysfunction. Prerequisites: Concurrently enrolled in PHYT 518. Successfully completed: HLTS 537/537L, PHYT 508.
  • 3.00 Credits

    This lecture/laboratory course will serve to enhance, integrate and build upon the information and skills gleaned from Examination Methods and Orthopedic Sciences I & II. Special emphasis will be placed on the examination, evaluation, diagnosis, prognosis and intervention of lower extremity musculoskeletal dysfunction. Prerequisites: PHYT 508, 518, 519/L; HLTS 537/537L.
  • 3.00 Credits

    This lecture/laboratory course will serve to enhance, integrate and build upon the information and skills gleaned from Examination Methods & Orthopedic Sciences I, II & III. Special emphasis will be placed on the examination, evaluation, diagnosis, prognosis and intervention of spinal dysfunction. Prerequisites: Concurrently enrolled in PHYT 520. Successfully completed: PHYT 508, 518; 519/L; HLTS 537/537L.
  • 2.00 Credits

    This course will apply the principles learned in the prerequisite course to three aspects of the research process. First, all students will participate in small research projects to be performed in class. These projects will cover a broad spectrum of potential research designs so that students will be exposed to data acquisition in multiple research formats. Secondly, the product of these student research projects will be written in an abstract format typical of submission for presentation at a national conference. Thus, students will learn the process of presenting acquired data. Thirdly, students will learn to critique the finished product of the research process through evaluation of seven separate published manuscripts that likewise represent a broad spectrum of research designs. The papers will be evaluated for their validity and usefulness to practice (i.e. evidence-based practice). The same skill will then be used to perform an independent evidence-based project. Prerequisite: HLTS 430.
  • 1.00 Credits

    Principles of Practice III: Ethical, Moral, & Legal Issues is the third course in a series of four interrelated courses that focus on professionalism, the patient-provider relationship, the patient interview and evaluation, and, providing care that is ethical, compassionate, culturally competent and professional. In this course, the student is introduced to the application of specific aspects of clinical physical therapy practice, with a focus on ethical issues in physical therapy, documentation, professional development, the patient-provider relationship, and the interdisciplinary health care team. This course will build on material from previous POP courses. Prerequisites: PHYT 460
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