PT 6760 - Integrated Complex Cases in Physical Therapy Practice

This course addresses the physical therapy examination and intervention for complex cases regularly encountered in the contemporary practice of physical therapy. A systems-based approach is presented for the joint purposes of differential screening and diagnosis, as well as to determine if referral to other healthcare professionals is warranted. Examples of cases included in this course are critically-ill patients, those with multi-organ involvement, individuals with complicating psychological issues, clients contending with environmental issues in addition to those with complex physiological presentations.

Credits: 2 hours

Restrictions Restricted to doctoral students in Physical Therapy.
Notes: Open to graduate students only.