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    May 08, 2024  
2010-2011 Georgia Health Sciences University Catalog 
    
2010-2011 Georgia Health Sciences University Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

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NDPT 7622 - Clinical Problems II: Musculoskeletal II




Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
This course will address physical therapy evaluation, assessment and rehabilitation of spinal disorders and the temporo-mandibular joint. Spinal topics include lumbar, SIJ, cervical, thoracic and temporo-mandibular joint regions. Evaluation and treatment of surgical and non-surgical conditions will be taught. The student will be trained in the systematic assessment of musculoskeletal dysfunction of each of these regions. Treatment techniques instructed will include spinal mobilization (Grades I-V), soft tissue massage, manual and mechanical traction, body mechanics, self care techniques and therapeutic exercise. The student will be exposed to various treatment rationales that are prominent in physical therapy, however, the Maitland-Australian approach will be emphasized. The epidemiology and ergonomics of back and neck pain will also be investigated. Learning will be approached through critical appraisal of the literature using small group tutorials and practical lab sessions such that the basis of evidence based practice of physical therapy in these clinical areas will be developed.

Hours: Credit Hrs. Low: 6Contact Hrs. Low: 11

Additional Fees:
Y

Course Level: Graduate Semester

College Restrictions: Allied Health SciencesMajor Restrictions: Physical TherapyLevel Restrictions: Graduate Semester


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