PHYSICAL THERAPY EDUCCATION AND LIFESPAN LEARNING ISSUES

PHYTHER 543

The final of six seminar courses, this course will present issues that will assist the physical therapist student transition into the profession during and following their final clinical internships.

PHYTHER 538

Professional attitudes, beliefs, behaviors relevant to physical therapy practice through the Guide to Physical Therapist Practice, APTA history, Generic Abilities, APTA Code of Ethics, APTA Core Values, PT roles and practice settings, professional autonomy, health care teams, professional learning opportunities.

PHYTHER 641

Focuses on critical evaluation of published research relevant to physical therapy. In seminar format, present the results of original research, and lead discussions of the strengths, weaknesses, and underlying theory of the research.

PHYTHER 534

Examination for exercise design, implementation, and progression. Range of motion, flexibility, joint mobilization, balance/gait training, proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation, balance, coordination, agility training, body mechanics, postural stabilization, resistive and endurance training, aquatic therapy, relaxation, manual traction, massage. Scientific rationale for treatment interventions.

PHYTHER 527

Lab-based course that introduces history taking and physical examination skills germane to assessment of patients with orthopedic and neurologic diagnoses in inpatient and outpatient settings. Introduces clinical decision-making and documentation skills with a focus on examination tests and measures. Labs involve the psychomotor application of exam skills. Outside activities with community partners are an integral part of the course.