Orthopedics for the Physical Therapist Assistant

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Response of human bone and soft tissue to injury. Orthopedic and medical management and physical therapy interventions for common injuries of the extremities and spine. Common orthopedic surgeries. Joint mobilization techniques. Body mechanics and therapeutic exercise programs. Documentation procedures. Perform physical therapy interventions including relevant data collection in a time efficient manner following the plan of care established by the supervising physical therapist. Communicate effectively with patients and the supervising physical therapist. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in (PTA101, PTA103, PTA104, and PTA203) or permission of the Program Director.