Target Appl Treatment to Spine

Catalog description

The management of musculoskeletal dysfunction is examined with emphasis on the development of analytical knowledge necessary to evaluate problems related to the spine. Normal musculoskeletal physiology of spinal joints is the basis for understanding pathophysiology and therapeutic intervention. A problem solving model for intervention of spinal joint dysfunction including medical screening, examination and goal setting will be stressed. Students will develop skill in manual therapy techniques and integration of these techniques with therapeutic exercise and physical modalities.