Therapeutic Procedures

Course Course Title Class Lab/ Shop Clinical/ Co-op Credit
PTA 145 Therapeutic Procedures 2 6 0 4
Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Effective Term: Summer 1997

This course provides a detailed study of specific treatment procedures and the physiological principles and techniques involved.  Emphasis is placed on the correct application of superficial heat and cold, massage and soft tissue mobilization, ultrasound, diathermy, traction, and electrical stimulation.  Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate competence in the application of these modalities and explain the indications, contraindications, effects, and precautions for each.

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