Intensive study and analysis of the morphologic, functional and imaging anatomy of the human body. Emphasis on the relationship of form and function as a basis for understanding of human movement.

In depth, hands on study and analysis of the major gross anatomical structures, their relationships to each other and the clinical importance through cadaveric dissection.

An overview of the profession and basic skills needed by the physical therapist related to patient evaluation and management.

Presents the role of the physical therapist in health promotion and wellness for patients/clients and the community.

A study of theories and mechanisms involved in human movement. Focus is on analysis of principles and systems of gross motor control and learning.

PHYT 740 is designed to allow you to enhance patient interaction through the development of professional communication skills, to explore professional ethics and the APTA Core Values, and to foster a professional identity.

Enhance patient interaction through the development of professional communication skills, to develop appropriate documentation skills, and to foster a professional identity.

Fundamental principles of physical therapy examination and evaluation for people with orthopedic disorders with an emphasis on lumbar spine and lower extremities.

Fundamental principles of physical therapy examination and evaluation for people with orthopedic disorders with an emphasis on thoracic and cervical spine and upper extremities.

An advanced course to enhance physical therapy students’ knowledge of orthopedic examination tests and manual therapy interventions. Emphasis will be placed on diagnostic accuracy of special tests (sensitivity, specificity, likelihood ratios, reliability and validity), interpretation of the results, proper execution, and integration of manual techniques into clinical practice.

Fundamentals of developing a research proposal.

Joint and soft tissue mobilization and manipulation techniques.

Techniques will include spinal mobilization, mobilization with movement, manipulation, muscle energy, taping, soft tissue mobilization and integration of techniques into clinical practice.

Physical therapy management of patients with integumentary disorders.

Management of the physical therapy patient on selected medications.

Role of the physical therapist in professional and patient education.

Therapeutic exercise for the orthopedic patient: selection of techniques, rate of progression and modification.

Management of patients with amputations, prosthetics, and orthotics.

This course will address the theoretical models for understanding the basis for pain. Pain assessment and physical therapy pain management will be addressed. Emphasis will be placed on the development of clinical decision-making and problem solving.

This course studies theoretical and practical applications for safe, effective use of biophysical agents commonly used in physical therapy settings using evidence based practice.

Cultural competencies necessary for the delivery of health care to patients of diverse ethno-cultural heritages.

Fundamental principles for assessment, treatment and overall foundations of geriatric physical therapy based upon the best available evidence.

Physical therapy management of patients/clients with acute and chronic cardiac and/or pulmonary dysfunction.

Cognitive and motor skills required in the management of the acute care physical therapy patient.

Fundamental theory and practical implications of examination for the clinical physical therapy patient.

Fundamental theory and practical implications of examination, evaluation and intervention for the clinical physical therapy patient with special emphasis on therapeutic exercise for lumbar and lower extremity.

A study of selected issues in the field of physical therapy. Course content varies by title. May be repeated for credit as topics vary for a maximum of 6 credit hours total.

Biomechanical principles underlying motor control and selected techniques used to quantify human movement.

Critical review of professional literature pertaining to clinical practice in physical therapy. Repeatable for credit.

Presentation and discussion of current research topics in physical therapy.

Presentation of physical therapy research, article reviews, and clinical in-services. This course deals with the scientific research process with direct application to the discipline of Physical Therapy.

Research design and analysis techniques necessary for applying evidence-based practice to the clinical physical therapy setting.

Topics to be approved by advisor and graduate director. Pass/fail grading.

Students will gain knowledge and expertise to competently screen for systemic diseases, interpret clinical findings and differentially diagnose movement related impairments from medical conditions that can mimic symptoms of neuromusculoskeletal problems. Emphasis will be placed on Skills necessary to identify patient/client problems that require referral to another health professional.

A study of neuroplasticity and genetics in relation to motor rehabilitation. Focus is on the analysis and application of key constructs in the design and implementation of rehabilitation interventions in individuals with neurologic diagnoses.

Examination of neural repair and rehabilitation from a clinical perspective.

Neurological conditions and interventions commonly used in physical therapy practice.

Neurological conditions and interventions commonly used in physical therapy practice.

Assessment and evaluation of selected pediatric conditions.

Theory and application of management supervision and leadership skills necessary for the practice of physical therapy.

A 320 hour clinical education experience to develop physical therapy management skills of orthopedic patients.

A 320-hour clinical education experience to develop physical therapy management skills of acute care patients.

Supervised clinical experience in a physical therapy setting.

Supervised clinical experience in a physical therapy setting.

An 80 hour clinical education experience to demonstrate professional behaviors while safely managing a partial caseload.

A 400 hour clinical education experience to develop physical therapy management skills in a setting preferred by the student.

Clinically based research project in physical therapy.

Prerequisites: consent of instructor