DPT 632 - Musculoskeletal Exam/Int for Spine

4 credit(s)
This course covers etiology, pathology, examination and intervention related to conditions of the TMJ, cervical, thoracic, lumbar and pelvic regions of the body. Examination schema will be presented in a regional approach, and will include relevant procedures to screen for medical disease. Intervention techniques will include passive movement, neural tissue mobilization, therapeutic exercise, muscle energy and other clinical techniques. Physical therapy intervention will be directed at resolution of specific impairments and functional limitations, but will also address contributing factors and prophylaxis.