Introduction to Physical Therapy

Catalog description

Description of the historical development of the physical therapy profession. Discussion of physical therapy as a profession, the role and functions of the physical therapy assistant as well as the relation between the physical therapy assistant and the registered physical therapist; the interdisciplinary team within the system of health service providers. Explanation of the practice areas of the discipline, professional physical therapy organizations, standards, ethical-legal aspects related to the practice and the social responsibility of the physical therapy assistant.