PTA 130 - Clinical Orthopedics

4 Cr.
Contact Hours Per Week: 4 Lec.

This lecture course presents the normal anatomy and kinesiology of each of the peripheral joints and the spine. With this foundation, pathophysiological and pathokinesiological factors which may result in musculo-skeletal dysfunction are examined. The course organization parallels that of PTA 131L, in that, study of the specific regions of the body for both courses will be sequenced as follows: spine, hip, knee, foot, ankle, shoulder, elbow, wrist, and hand.

Restricted to PTA students
Usually offered Spring semester
Concurrent Requirement: Pre-requisites that may be met concurrently: PTA 110, PTA 111L, PTA 112L, PTA 116, PTA 131L, BIO 214, and BIO 214L

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PTA 130 - Clinical Orthopedics