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CLINICAL DECISION-MAKING: TISSUE MECHANICS AND ADAPTATIONS

PHYTHER 627
Course Description

Addresses the cardiovascular, pulmonary, neuromuscular and connective tissue properties and adaptations that influence human movement through the lifespan. Through an understanding of the system integration, gain an appreciation of the physiological complexities underlying human movement.

Prerequisties

Declared in Doctor of Physical Therapy program

Satisfies

This course does not satisfy any prerequisites.

Credits

3

Offered

Spring

Grade Point Average
3.44

-1.51% from Historical

Completion Rate
100%

0.13% from Historical

A Rate
33.33%

10.28% from Historical

Class Size
39

-1.33% from Historical

Instructors (2025 Fall)

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