DPT 690 PT Interventions II
This course describes electrotherapeutic modalities, clinical electrophysiologic testing, and application of thermal modalities (e.g., diathermy, therapeutic heat and cold, therapeutic ultrasound, low-power lasers, ultraviolet therapy, infrared light). In addition, the underlying scientific principles, and clinical uses and application of electrotherapeutic modalities, thermal modalities, along with clinical electrophysiologic testing are incorporated. Major topics in this course include: electrical stimulation of muscle, electrical stimulation to control posture and movement (functional electrical stimulation [FES]/neuromuscular electrical stimulation [NMES], electrical stimulation to control pain, electrical stimulation to promote tissue healing, iontophoresis, electroneuromyography, electromyography (EMG), nerve conduction velocity (NCV), and biofeedback. Analysis, synthesis, and critical thinking will be emphasized in lectures, class discussions, and during small group activities including case studies. During the course, students are expected to demonstrate competency is the professional behaviors necessary for becoming an effective physical therapist.
Prerequisite
Enrollment in the physical therapy program and successful completion of all prior coursework therein or permission of the course director and the Physical Therapy Program Director
Offered
Spring B