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PTAP-160 Orthopedic Dysfunctions I

This course will present the principles of tissue development, healing, and response to physical therapy treatments. Common cervical spine and upper extremity orthopedic diagnosis, physical therapy interventions, and post-operative and injury care protocols will be discussed.

Credits

3

Prerequisite

PTAP-214

Corequisite

PTAP-120, PTAP-150, and PTAP-210

Hours Weekly

2 hours lecture, 3 hours lab weekly

Course Objectives

  1. 1. Describe the history and background of orthopedic and manual therapy.
  2. 2. Apply the principles of tissue healing and response to physical therapy interventions.
  3. 3. Demonstrate assessment of the orthopedic patient/client with cervical spine or upper extremity
    involvement.
  4. 4. Discuss common orthopedic injuries, diseases, and developmental changes relative to the
    cervical spine and upper extremities.
  5. 5. Describe common surgical and clinical interventions for the cervical spine and upper extremity
    orthopedic conditions or injuries.
  6. 6. Apply "best practice" treatment protocols for cervical and upper extremity dysfunction.
  7. 7. Apply passive range of motion, stretching, and soft-tissue interventions appropriate for the
    orthopedic patient using safe and effective techniques.

Course Objectives

  1. 1. Describe the history and background of orthopedic and manual therapy.
  2. 2. Apply the principles of tissue healing and response to physical therapy interventions.
  3. 3. Demonstrate assessment of the orthopedic patient/client with cervical spine or upper extremity
    involvement.
  4. 4. Discuss common orthopedic injuries, diseases, and developmental changes relative to the
    cervical spine and upper extremities.
  5. 5. Describe common surgical and clinical interventions for the cervical spine and upper extremity
    orthopedic conditions or injuries.
  6. 6. Apply "best practice" treatment protocols for cervical and upper extremity dysfunction.
  7. 7. Apply passive range of motion, stretching, and soft-tissue interventions appropriate for the
    orthopedic patient using safe and effective techniques.