Clinical Physiology II

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This course builds upon the foundational concepts introduced in the first term, diving deeper into concepts of health promotion, wellness, nutrition, and fitness. This course provides the learner physical therapist with a better understanding of how various body systems-cardiovascular, pulmonary, neurological, and muscular-interact and respond to different levels of physical activity and training principles. The course places a strong emphasis on the Biopsychosocial approach to intervention, focusing on pain modification, therapeutic exercise, and the design, dose, and delivery of treatment. It also highlights the importance of clinical reasoning and evidence-based practice. Additionally, learners will explore advanced principles of pharmacodynamics and pharmacokinetics to further their understanding of therapeutic practices. This course utilizes lectures, videos, case scenarios, and laboratory sessions to explore the various domains and influencers of health to optimize the application of health, fitness, and wellness concepts while being framed by the International Classification of Functioning, Disability, and Health (ICF) to inform clinical decision-making in physical therapist practice. Prerequisite: Successful completion of Year 1, Term 1 courses