MUSCULOSKELETAL PHYSICAL THERAPY IV

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Prerequisite: PHTH 5000, 5101 and 5102; open to PHTH majors only.Concurrent with PHTH 5201, this course is an in-depth study of normal and abnormal structure and function of the musculoskeletal system. This course will follow a problem-solving format using case studies to guide the learning of physical therapy examination, evaluation, intervention, and outcome assessment of musculoskeletal impairments, functional deficits, and disability. Students will be expected to apply principles of physics, anatomy, physiology, pathology, psychology, kinesiology and all knowledge and skills learned in PHTH 5101 and 5102 in this course. Lab sessions will include demonstration and practice of physical therapy examination techniques and treatment interventions. This course will include Module #6: Bone and Joint Trauma, and Module #8: Degenerative, Metabolic, and Immunologic Conditions. There will be graded care plans and written exams for each Module, and a comprehensive practical exam at the end of Module #8.Faculty: E. BUKOWSKI, A. MASTRANGELO, T. NOLAN