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Nov 25, 2024
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PTA 131L - Clinical Orthopedics Lab2 Cr.
Contact Hours Per Week: 6 Lab
knowledge gained in PTA 112 and PTA 130 to specific regions of the body. Students will gain experience by role-playing the part of the physical therapist assistant and also acting as surrogate patients. Students will engage in extensive laboratory practice in palpation, goniometry, flexibility testing, manual muscle testing, therapeutic exercise, PROM, stretching, sensation testing, deep tendon reflex testing, limb length and girth measurement. An overview of selected orthopedic special tests commonly utilized in physical therapy is covered. Students learn joint-specific arthrokinematics, capsular patterns, and resting positions as a foundation to grade I and II peripheral joint mobilization, which is covered in PTA 211L. The course organization parallels PTA 130 in that study of the specific regions of the body for both courses will be sequenced as follows: hip, knee, foot, ankle, shoulder, elbow, wrist, hand, and spine. Interpreting and adhering to the PT plan of care for rehabilitation of common orthopedic conditions, and observation and correction of postural deviations utilizing stretching and strengthening techniques will be covered. Documentation for the PTA will be studied with emphasis on documenting the data collected and therapeutic interventions provided in an orthopedic setting.
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, BIO 213, BIO 213L, PTA 130, BIO 214, BIO 214L
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