PTH 621 - Orthopedic Management I

This course establishes an evidence based practice approach for patient/client management of disorders related to the spine and temporomandibular joint (TMJ). Emphasis is placed on the examination, evaluation, and differential diagnosis of these disorders. This course also exposes the students to the medical management of orthopedic conditions through the perspective of area physicians. Special attention is place on the workplace management of the occupational health disorders including ergonomics, work hardening/work conditioning and functional capacity evaluations. In addition, students are exposed to pathology that is unique to or more prevalent in women and/or men such as prenatal and postpartum care, prostate issues, pelvic floor dysfunction, and arthritic conditions. Laboratory study includes advanced evaluation and intervention of therapeutic exercise and manual therapy including thrust and non-thrust techniques of the spine and TMJ.

4 Semester Credit(s)

Crosslisted with: N/A
Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
Prerequisite(s): N/A
Corequisite(s): N/A
Repeatable for Credit No
Core Course No
Grade Type LT
Typically Offered
Fall