Special Topics in Physical Therapy

Catalog description

This course is the fourth of the five physical therapy practice care classes for the instruction in the five elements of patient care. This course will place its emphasis on special populations and on the role of prevention and Wellness for all populations covered. Various areas of specialization will be presented, including the etiology, pathology, and specific physical therapy intervention. Topics include sports medicine, aquatics, wound care, ergonomics/work hardening, burns, women's health, splinting, orthotics, and radiology.