PTAP-160 Orthopedic Dysfunctions I
This course will present the principles of tissue development, healing, and response to physical therapy treatments. Common cervical spine and upper extremity orthopedic diagnosis, physical therapy interventions, and post-operative and injury care protocols will be discussed.
Hours Weekly
2 hours lecture, 3 hours lab weekly
Course Objectives
- 1. Describe the history and background of orthopedic and manual therapy.
- 2. Apply the principles of tissue healing and response to physical therapy interventions.
- 3. Demonstrate assessment of the orthopedic patient/client with cervical spine or upper extremity
involvement. - 4. Discuss common orthopedic injuries, diseases, and developmental changes relative to the
cervical spine and upper extremities. - 5. Describe common surgical and clinical interventions for the cervical spine and upper extremity
orthopedic conditions or injuries. - 6. Apply "best practice" treatment protocols for cervical and upper extremity dysfunction.
- 7. Apply passive range of motion, stretching, and soft-tissue interventions appropriate for the
orthopedic patient using safe and effective techniques.
Course Objectives
- 1. Describe the history and background of orthopedic and manual therapy.
- 2. Apply the principles of tissue healing and response to physical therapy interventions.
- 3. Demonstrate assessment of the orthopedic patient/client with cervical spine or upper extremity
involvement. - 4. Discuss common orthopedic injuries, diseases, and developmental changes relative to the
cervical spine and upper extremities. - 5. Describe common surgical and clinical interventions for the cervical spine and upper extremity
orthopedic conditions or injuries. - 6. Apply "best practice" treatment protocols for cervical and upper extremity dysfunction.
- 7. Apply passive range of motion, stretching, and soft-tissue interventions appropriate for the
orthopedic patient using safe and effective techniques.