Graduate Catalog 2012-13
PT 720 Evaluation and Management of Patients with Peripheral Musculoskeletal Disorders
Focuses on the management of patients with musculoskeletal disorders particularly affecting the appendicular skeleton. Emphasis is on outpatient rehabilitation to normalize movement and prevent injury recurrence. Problem-based, patient-centered cases guide the learning activities. The theory and practice of manual therapy, proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation (PNF), and progressive orthopedic rehabilitation are major components of the course. Offered fall semester only. Prerequisites: PT 700-702, 710-712. Corequisite: PT 721. (5)
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