Etiology, pathophysiology, signs and symptoms, prognosis and management of common cardiac and orthopedic conditions are also discussed. Emphasis is placed on the role that physical therapy plays in the treatment of the various conditions studied. I Introduction to patient care activities include draping and position, body mechanics, patient transport, bed mobility, transfers, gait training, tilt table. Students also receive OSHA training in the handling of blood-borne pathogens. 106 Therapeutic Exercises Study of the basic types of exercises applied in the treatment of disease and injury.
Emphasis is on the teaching aspect of the working with the client.
Introduction to the physiological effects of exercise and the basic principle of joint range of motion, manual muscle testing and functional activities. Use of mechanical exercise equipment is also taught, stressing safety during exercise, signs of overdosage and use of proper body mechanics. Correct and incorrect exercise procedures as well as indications and contraindications for different exercise are reviewed. Auscultation and the administration of bronchial hygiene techniques and basics of cardiac rehabilitation will also be taught. Students will acquire skills in performing goniometric measurements.