PTAE 202 Therapeutic Modalities

This course provides an in-depth understanding of therapeutic modalities used as adjuncts to physical therapy interventions. Students develop competence in the application of therapeutic modalities including heat, cold, electrotherapy, intermittent compression, massage, traction, and ultrasound. The use of hydrotherapy and various treatments for would care are explored. Evidenced-based practice and indications/contraindications are emphasized. Includes lab. Only those students who have successfully completed all previous PTAE courses are eligible to register for this course. Corequisites: PTAE 203, PTAE 205, PTAE 211, PTAE 245.

Credits

2.00 Credits

PTAE 202Therapeutic Modalities

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I. General Information

Department

II. Course Specification

Credit Hours Narrative

2.00 Credits

III. Catalog Course Description

This course provides an in-depth understanding of therapeutic modalities used as adjuncts to physical therapy interventions. Students develop competence in the application of therapeutic modalities including heat, cold, electrotherapy, intermittent compression, massage, traction, and ultrasound. The use of hydrotherapy and various treatments for would care are explored. Evidenced-based practice and indications/contraindications are emphasized. Includes lab. Only those students who have successfully completed all previous PTAE courses are eligible to register for this course. Corequisites: PTAE 203, PTAE 205, PTAE 211, PTAE 245.

IV. Student Learning Outcomes

V. Topical Outline (Course Content)

VI. Delivery Methodologies