700
Orthopedic, neurological, and cardiac physical therapy principles and techniques are applied to the aquatic treatment environment. Prerequisites:
PTH 645, 646.
Credits
1(1-1)
An introduction to the dynamic therapeutic taping method, concepts, theory, history, and major physiological effects. Prerequisites:
PTH 636, 646.
Credits
1(1-1)
Introduction to the basic history, conceptual framework and clinical application of hippotherapy. Prerequisites:
PTH 735, 745.
Credits
1(Spec)
Principles of strategic planning, human resources management, marketing, finances, accreditation, reimbursement, facility planning, productivity and quality improvement, as they relate to physical therapy services. Prerequisites: admission to the Physical Therapy program.
Credits
2(2-0)
Principles and methods of dissemination of research findings. Students learn to present and publish research results, and identify potential sources of research funding in the field of physical therapy. Prerequisite:
PTH 650.
Credits
1(1-0)
A mock clinic format class to introduce students to specific clinical situations in neurological physical therapy practice and to develop patient management skills. CR/NC only. Prerequisites:
PTH 634. Co- requisites:
PTH 623, 735, 745.
Credits
3(1-3)
Theory, concepts, and procedures central to examination and diagnosis in neurological physical therapy practice, with laboratory practice in the application of selected measures. Prerequisite:
PTH 636. Co-requisite:
PTH 623, 732, 745.
Credits
2(1-2)
Theory, concepts, and procedures central to examination and diagnosis of patients with dysfunctions or disabilities involving selected multiple systems. Prerequisites:
PTH 735; Co-requisite:
PTH 746.
Credits
1(1-0)
Physical therapy evaluation procedures and interventions used for rehabilitation of patients with diseases and disorders of nervous system. Prerequisite:
PTH 646. Co-requisites:
PTH 623, 732, 735.
Credits
5(3-4)
Students are instructed in skills for the care of patients. Care areas covered include cardiopulmonary, oncology, burn care, amputations and other chronic or complex conditions. Prerequisite:
PTH 745. Co- requisites:
PTH 624, 736.
Credits
5(4-2)
The study of professional issues in physical therapy. Course will focus on social, business and government issues. CR/NC only. Prerequisite:
PTH 666.
Credits
1(1-0)
The study of professional issues in physical therapy. Course will focus on ethical, educational and practical issues. CR/NC only. Prerequisite:
PTH 765.
Credits
1(1-0)
First of two courses sequence to satisfy the doctoral project requirements for graduation from the program. Students complete either (a) a prospective research project or (b) clinical case report. CR/NC only. Prerequisites:
PTH 650, 725. Co-requisites:
PTH 832.
Credits
4(Spec)
Students engage in independent study on a topic related to physical therapy. Students work with a faculty member to outline the project requirements and complete activities. Prerequisites: admission into the Graduate Program in Physical Therapy and a written proposal approved by the Physical Therapy Program Director.
Credits
1-3(Spec)
Exploration of current special topics in physical therapy examination and intervention. May be repeated to a maximum of 9 credits. Prerequisites: Admission to the Physical Therapy Program.
Credits
1-9(1-9)