PRN & APPS THER EXRCS

Catalog description

This course introduces the study of therapeutic exercise techniques with an emphasis on range of motion, stretching and flexibility, strengthening, balance, and endurance for musculoskeletal conditions related to the upper extremity, lower extremity, and spine. Students will develop and implement exercise programs intended to increase strength, normalize range of motion, improve balance, correct postural dysfunction, and promote wellness based on objective data collected during an initial evaluation performed by the Physical Therapist. Students will describe appropriate progression or regression of exercise based on patient response. The opportunity to develop skills in application of therapeutic exercise will be provided in the laboratory setting.