Foundatn Therapeutic Exercise

Catalog description

This course provides the student with an introduction to commonly prescribed therapeutic exercise interventions. An emphasis will be placed on understanding therapeutic exercise from a motor control perspective and how pain affects motor control and patterns of movement. Progression of fundamental exercises through the neurodevelopmental postures as they relate to common impairments found in the outpatient physical therapy setting will be covered. Students will learn the purpose of each therapeutic exercise technique and demonstrate application and critical thinking skills through practical experiences in preparation for future patient management courses. Prerequisite: PT 541.