PTH 226 - Therapeutic Exercise

4 cr.

Emphasizes the basic principles underlying different approaches to exercise including rationale for treatment and may include neurological treatments such as simple facilitation and inhibitory techniques and the teaching of home programs. This course will prepare the student for clinical application of therapeutic exercise to a diverse patient population. This course will focus on various pathologies including acute and chronic musculoskeletal, cardiopulmonary, and endocrine and other systemic diseases, and the progression of exercises and related treatments for each. Modifications required for different clinical settings across the care continuum are discussed, with primary focus on inpatient, rehab, skilled nursing and home health care. Tests and measures to collect data, determine appropriate treatment progression, and document progress measurably are addressed.

Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 3
Total Contact Hours: 6

Prerequisite(s): PTH 210, PTH 225, PTH 251 and admission into the Associate of Applied Science Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) Program.