This course introduces the student to the physical therapy profession. History of the physical therapy profession; roles and responsibilities of physical therapists and physical therapist assistants related legal and ethical issues; communication strategies, documentation, and the psychosocial aspects of disability are included.
This course provides a foundation in physical therapy assessment and treatment techniques including body mechanics, transfers, passive range of motion, gait training, and vital signs.
This course focuses on the etiology, signs, symptoms, treatment, and physical therapy implications of common diseases and conditions impacting the systems of the body.
This course covers the relationship of the musculoskeletal and neuromuscular systems in regard to normal and abnormal movement. This course provides a basic understanding of normal human body movement as related to skeletal, articular, neurological, and muscular systems as well as integration of skills related to the kinesiological assessment of the human body. Biomechanical principles related to human movement, manual muscle testing, and goniometry are also addressed.
- Teacher: Maria Williams