Medical Screening and Pathology

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This course provides foundational knowledge of common pathologies, congenital and developmental disorders, and oncological conditions that impact human movement and function through disease and dysfunctions of the musculoskeletal, neurological, hematologic, cardiovascular, pulmonary, gastrointestinal, hepatic and biliary, urogenital, endocrine and metabolic, and immunologic body systems. Emphasis is placed on the clinical detection of their presence through medical screening as part of the physical therapy examination. The use of imaging and the pharmacological management of these common conditions are introduced and integrated into the medical screening process. Screening for psychosocial factors and knowledge of the neurophysiological mechanisms of pain are introduced and integrated into the physical therapy examination process as well. Students will engage through case-based applications to develop the clinical knowledge and skills necessary to perform a medical screening that ensures safe and effective physical therapy practice. Prerequisite(s): Residential/Hybrid Immersion: PHT 5151 , PHT 5156 , PHT 5161 , PHT 5162C , PHT 5166C Flex: PHT 5139 , PHT 5159 , PHT 5162C , PHT 5164C