Frontiers in Rehabilitation

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This course introduces students to emerging trends, technologies, and scholarly practices shaping the future of physical therapy. Through a combination of faculty-led sessions and collaborative projects, students explore frontier topics such as regenerative rehabilitation, genomics, robotics, and digital health. The course emphasizes evidence-based inquiry, critical analysis of research, and professional communication skills. Learners apply advanced search strategies, evaluate methodologies, synthesize findings, and present scholarly work in formal academic settings. By engaging in collaborative group projects and scholarly dialogue, students develop the ability to analyze innovations, evaluate their implications for clinical practice, and communicate effectively within teams. Offered: Residential and Flex Subterm E Prerequisite(s): Residential PHT 5540 ; Flex PHT 5540 Students must successfully complete all courses in the previous term and subterm of the DPT program. For policy details, see Repeating a Course .