Physical Therapy
PT 708 - Patient Management 3
Description: This course details the physical therapist patient/client management process applied to patients/clients with musculoskeletal and neurological conditions. Learners enhance examination and evaluation skills that enable them to identify acute, chronic, and recurrent neurological and musculoskeletal impairments related to activity limitations and participation restrictions across the lifespan and across practice areas. Clinical reasoning principles are applied to develop and implement comprehensive and evidence-informed management plans including the application of manual therapy and neuromotor training. Learners integrate foundational principles of value-based care through relevant outcome measures to demonstrate the value of physical therapy in healthcare. Letter grade only.
Units:
8
Sections offered:
Fall 2024
Requirement Designation:
Prerequisite: Admission to DPT-Entry Level Hybrid/Blended program (Student Group PTHY)