RHS 331-Clinical studies I

Course Description: The course prepares and trains the students to examine and treat musculoskeletal conditions and disorders from a physical therapy scope of practice. It discusses basic orthopedic examination and intervention concepts, as well as, some common orthopedic and rheumatic conditions including their findings and management

 

Course Objectives: Upon completion of this course, students should be able to:

 

 

   Define orthopedic rehabilitation within the physical therapy context

    Appraise the importance of orthopaedic examination and clinical reasoning.

   List the main components of orthopaedic physical therapy examination and intervention.

   Describe the main signs and symptoms that are unique of each tissue healing processes.

   Discuss the signs and symptoms of different orthopedics and rheumatology conditions.

    Demonstrate the ability to conduct basic orthopaedic examination, evaluate the findings, give a PT diagnosis, and put down a PT intervention plan.

   Apply different techniques of PT interventions with respect to patient signs and symptoms.

    Show professional behavior and attitude.