PTA 168 - Musculoskeletal Rehabilitation

5 credits

This course provides the physical therapist assistant student with an introduction to assessment, measurement, documentation skills, data collection, therapeutic exercise, patient interaction, pain perception, and confidentiality. Emphasis is placed on using evidence-based practice for the rehabilitation of musculoskeletal conditions, including post-operative management to deliver patient-centered care. Students participate in implementing a plan of care, including discharge planning and home exercise programs.

Prerequisite:
PTA 104 PTA 130 PTA 148

Corequisite:
HSC 127 PTA 158

Semester Typically Offered:
Spring Only