RESEARCH PRACTICUM

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 640

Focuses on critical evaluation of research findings, a fundamental component of evidence-based practice. Examples from the rehabilitation literature are used to illustrate principles of measurement theory, research design, statistical analysis, and scientific inference.

PHYTHER 701

160-hour physical therapy internship in a predetermined clinical environment.

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 643

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.