PHT 1210C Therapeutic Modalities
Instructs the student in the use and operation of therapeutic modalities used for patient care. Knowledge of the physical principles, physiological effects, indications, and contraindications of heat, cold, light, traction, compression, electricity, and massage on the body will be developed and applied. The student will understand selected tests and evaluation procedures which are related to the safe application of modalities and will be able to select the modality or procedure which would be most appropriate for a specified clinical presentation. Wound management will be addressed.
Credits
3 cc
Offered
SP.Notes
AS only. Lab Fee.