Students will also develop the knowledge and abilities within the domains of conduct, communication, and sensitivity to individual and cultural differences. Biology 213 or permission of the instructor. Develops an understanding of human movement through the study of the musculo-skeletal and nervous systems. Lecture and laboratory topics include goniometry, manual muscle testing, gait patterns and analysis of bio-mechanical forces on the body. 203 Physical Therapist Assistant III 5 C.H. Focus on techniques of therapeutic exercise including the use and effects of exercise on the body and on disability.
Emphasis is placed on the normalization of motor patterns.
Laboratory experience is provided to develop the skill of the student in the application of various devices. Restricted to PTA majors. C.H. Lectures on the tissues changes resulting from trauma, disease, tumors, and degenerative processes. Lectures acquaint the student with the principles of rehabilitation and the orthopedic, neurological, and general medical conditions the student will encounter treating patients. Restricted to PTA majors.