Orthopaedics I

Catalog description

Student groups work through problems and case studies related to peripheral joint pathology, impairments, functional limitations, and disabilities. Emphasis is placed on examination, evaluation, intervention, and physical therapy diagnosis related to the shoulder, elbow, wrist, hand, hip, knee, ankle and foot. Content will include: 1) all previously learned examination skills such as assessment of sensation, range of motion, and strength; 2) special test related to the appendicular skeleton; 3) interventions such as thermal modalities, electro therapeutics, therapeutic exercise, and home programs; and 4) evaluation, intervention, and physical therapy diagnosis skills related to the appendicular skeleton. Basic science principles are integrated with examination and intervention. Both didactic and lab sessions are used during this unit. Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 6 Repeatability: May not be repeated for credit. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Program Restrictions: DPT_PHTP-Physical Therapy Schedule Type (Primary): Lecture/Supervised Lab/Clinic Click here for the Schedule of Classes.