Human Physiology

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Human physiology takes place during the Summer semester of the first year of the DPT program. The microscopic anatomy (histology) and function (physiology) of the cardiovascular, integumentary, nervous, pulmonary, skeletal, muscular, metabolic, and endocrine systems are studied. Emphasis is on the interaction of all systems relative to human movement and particularly as applied to exercise, rest, and immobility. Additional emphasis includes the principles of pain, tissue healing, the inflammatory process, tissue plasticity, repair, and regeneration. Lectures are supplemented by problem-oriented learning exercises in a clinical context. Student must be a Physical Therapy major in order to register for this course.