Physical Therapy

In this course the student will learn to identify the components of the human body. Emphasis will be on muscles, bones, arteries, and nerves including observation of thoracic and abdominal relationships. Cadaver specimens, models, slides, computer programs and lectures will be presented.

Students will learn how the body functions as a mechanical movement generator. Joint structure and function will be emphasized. Principles of biomechanics will be applied to human movement with an emphasis on gait and balance.

This course introduces the clinical process of physical therapy practice. Emphasis is placed on fundamental skills and techniques utilized in patient care. Topics include professional behavior, communication, examination, assessment, mobility, and documentation. This course is presented through lecture, laboratory and clinical experiences.

This course introduces the student to the clinical skills of physical therapy practice. Emphasis is placed on fundamental skills and techniques utilized in patient care. Topics include concepts of measurement and testing. This course is presented through lecture, laboratory and clinical experiences.

This course introduced the students to physical agents and modalities commonly used in physical therapy practice. This course is presented through lecture, laboratory and clinical experiences.

This course provides students with a foundation of human pathology and physiology, enabling them to have a general understanding of the disease process and how diseases affect the normal function of human cells and tissues. The pathology of human systems is integrated later in the program as part of the content of the clinical courses.

This lecture course will provide the student with an overview of radiography and its role within the health care delivery system. A radiographer's responsibilities will be outlined. Students will be oriented to academic and administrative structures, key departments and personnel in diagnostic imaging and to the profession as a whole. Basic x-ray equipment design and types of diagnostic imaging examinations performed will be introduced.

This course is an interactive online seminar designed to provide the Allied Health Student with Clinical pathology concepts that are studied within the context of each system in the body. Basic concepts learned in PHTH-700 Pathophysiology will be used to enable the student to understand the clinical signs and symptoms, progression and outcomes of pathological conditions. Strong emphasis will be placed on the Musculoskeletal system, Nervous system, as well as Cardiovascular and Integumentary disorders in order to prepare the student for advanced study courses later in the PT curriculum.

Students will be presented with information on the foundation of the structure and function of the nervous system. This course will present a background in neurobiology that will enable the students to use the information in understanding neurological pathologies as the rationale for diagnosis, prognosis and therapeutic interventions later in the program.

This course is an applied course that introduces the student to the basic skills required in evaluation and treatment of the musculoskeletal system. The student will understand the pathophysiology, impairment, functional limitations, disabilities and societal limitations caused by various musculoskeletal conditions. Medical management and PT intervention including clinical modalities and gait will be introduced.

This course is an applied course that introduces the student to the basic skills required in evaluation and treatment of the cardiopulmonary system. The student will understand the pathophysiology, impairment, functional limitations, disabilities and societal limitations caused by various cardiopulmonary conditions. Medical management and PT intervention will be introduced.

Students will explore the principles of exercise prescription and develop competency in the selection, implementation, and progression of therapeutic exercise.

This course is specifically designed to allow for integration of clinical concepts presented in individual courses. Students are presented with basic research methodologies and statistics as they relate to evidencebased practice in physical therapy. Tutorials and case studies are included.

This course is the first in a series of courses related to professional issues in physical therapy practice and serves as a foundation for future coursework. Topics introduced in this course include psychology of health, ethics, educational foundations, and scientific inquiry.

This course introduces the student to the lifespan development of the individual and relates that process to physical therapy practice. Physiological development, psychological development, social issues, environmental issues, cultural issues and family issues will be presented.

This course introduces the basic principles of pharmacology and precautions as it relates to physical therapy practice. Main topics include: pharmacokinetics; pharmacodynamics; routes of drug administration; drugs and cellular receptors; age, sex and race considerations in pharmacology; teratogenicity and drugs; and principle of decision-making in pharmacology. Pharmacology as it relates to various human systems (equivalent of 2 credit hours) is integrated later in the program as part of the content of the clinical courses.

This course serves to introduce the student to full-time clinical experience (8 weeks) in which the student is provided the opportunity to apply theory and clinical skills acquired during didactic coursework in the clinical setting. Students will complete a patient case report and present one in-service during this clinical experience.

This course is an applied course that introduces the student to the basic skills required in evaluation and treatment of the neuromuscular system. The student will understand the pathophysiology, impairment, functional limitations, disabilities and societal limitations caused by various neuromuscular conditions. Medical management and PT interventions including clinical modalities will be introduced.

This advanced course builds on the applied knowledge presented in Introduction to Musculoskeletal System. The evaluation of the pathophysiology, impairments, functional limitations, disabilities, and societal limitations of various injuries and the physical therapy interventions will be addressed. Students will be introduced to management of specific conditions including orthotics, prosthetics, and spinal dysfunction. This course includes a clinical experience component.

This course is an advanced course that builds on the knowledge gained in the Introduction to Cardiopulmonary System. The student will be introduced to the pathophysiology, cardiopulmonary pharmacology, impairment, functional limitations, disabilities and societal limitations caused by various cardiopulmonary conditions. Medical management and PT intervention will be emphasized. This course includes a clinical experience component.

An introductory course for undergraduate students in understanding the basic methods of interdisciplinary health services research and program evaluation in health systems and policy. The course covers a variety of topics related to policy, management, and program evaluation in health delivery systems.

This course is specifically designed to allow for integration of concepts presented in previous coursework related to evidence-based practice. Concepts specific to the capstone project and case reports will be introduced. Students will also participate in tutorials and review case studies.

This course is an applied course that introduces the student to the basic skills required in evaluation and treatment of the integumentary system. The student will understand the pathophysiology, impairment, functional limitations, disabilities and societal limitations caused by various integumentary conditions. Medical management and PT intervention will be introduced. This course includes a clinical experience component The student will be introduced to the pathophysiology, integumentary pharmacology, impairment, functional limitations, disabilities and societal limitations caused by various integumentary conditions. Medical management and PT intervention will be emphasized.

This advanced course builds on the applied knowledge presented in Introduction to Neuromuscular System. The evaluation of the pathophysiology, impairments, functional limitations, disabilities, and societal limitations of neuromuscular various injuries, and the physical therapy interventions will be addressed. Students will be introduced to the management of complex neurological conditions, frequently treated by physical therapists. This course includes a clinical experience component.

Students will integrate previously learned material to address issues related to independent practice. This course will reinforce the student's knowledge and skills related to differential diagnosis, spinal dysfunction, radiography and related issues.

Integration of materials previously learned will be emphasized in this course. Students will be presented with information specific to special populations including pediatrics, geriatrics, developmental disabilities, African Americans and other minorities.

This course is designed to allow for advanced integration of concepts presented in individual courses. Students will participate in tutorials, clinical experiences, review case studies, and prepare a case report. This course prepares the student for their final clinical practicum experiences. This course also allows the faculty to assess the student's knowledge at this point in the professional program. This integrative comprehensive examination will also prepare the student for taking their board examination at the end of the professional program.

This course introduces the student to medical terminology. Emphasis is placed on terminology pertinent to diagnostic radiology.

This is an advanced full-time clinical experience (7 weeks) in which the student is provided with the opportunity to apply theory and clinical skills acquired during didactic coursework in the clinical setting. Students will complete a patient case report and present one in-service during this clinical experience.

This is an advanced full-time clinical experience (7 weeks) in which the student is provided with the opportunity to apply theory and clinical skills acquired during didactic coursework in the clinical setting. Students will complete a patient case report and present one in-service during this clinical experience.

This is a full-time, 8-week clinical experience period, during which the student is provided the opportunity to apply theory and clinical skills acquired during didactic coursework to a specialized clinical setting (dependent upon available clinical sites). Students will complete a patient case report and present one in-service during this clinical experience.

This course provides an opportunity for students to synthesize the knowledge and skills gained in the DPT program into an individual research project. The project involves investigation and integration of current literature as well as implementation, using current best practices. The project will be supervised by a capstone committee and will include a substantial written report and oral defense.

Students will integrate previously learned material to plan for and participate in wellness practice for individuals and groups. Concepts of patient education, health promotion and disease prevention will also be reinforced.

Students will survey health care law as it applies to physical therapy practice. Topics will include reimbursement, direct access, liability, malpractice, identifying applicable Health care law, and fraud and abuse. The student will examine prospective legislative actions that affect health care and the practice of physical therapy. The students will be introduced to ethical, bioethical and legal issues, as well as patient-provider relationships, and the concepts of moral judgment. Issues confronting health care professionals and practitioners within the practice setting will also be presented. Emphasis on the team approach to health care, through case analysis, is one of several approaches utilized to teach application of decision-making models.

This course is a continuation of the thread of professional issues that runs throughout the DPT curriculum. It provides a presentation of the current critical issues in physical therapy practice and prepares the student for practice in an autonomous health care environment. This course will also reinforce the student's knowledge and skills related to safety, differential diagnosis, spinal dysfunction, and radiography.