PHTH 5520MUSCULOSKELETAL PHYSICAL THERAPY III

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Prerequisite: Successful completion of all previous required course work; Concurrent with PHTH 5530, 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 in such areas as physics, anatomy, physiology, pathology, psychology, pharmacology, clinical decision-making, evidence-based practice, kinesiology and all knowledge and skills learned in PHTH 5500 and 5510. Lab sessions will include demonstration and practice of physical therapy examination techniques and treatment interventions. This course will include a pediatric orthopedics module and a module on neck and back trauma, pain and dysfunction. There will be assignments, graded care plans and written exams for each module and a practical exam on upper- and lower quarter screening.