PHT 5321C - Orthopedic Physical Therapy I

Hours: 4

This course provides the learner with the foundational clinical knowledge and skills necessary for the physical therapy management of individuals of diverse patient/client populations with musculoskeletal conditions (both surgical and non-surgical) of the craniomandibular, cervicothoracic spine, rib cage, shoulder, elbow, wrist, and hand in a variety of practice settings. The Physical Therapist Management Process from the Guide to Physical Therapy Practice and the International Classification of Function, Disability, and Health (ICF) Framework are integrated with the principles of evidence-based practice to inform safe and effective clinical reasoning and decision-making. Learners refine their ability to differentially diagnose, screen for conditions that may warrant a referral to other healthcare practitioners, and provide effective orthopedic care through case-based applications.
Offered: Term A
Prerequisite(s): Residential PHT 5222C, PHT 5244, PHT 5249C, PHT 5262, PHT 5266C; Flex PHT 5222C, PHT 5244, PHT 5247, PHT 5262, PHT 5332C, PHT 5364C

Students must successfully complete all courses in the previous term and subterm of the DPT program. For policy details, see Repeating a Course .