PT 815 - Management of Upper Quarter Musculoskeletal Dysfunction

4 Cr. Hrs.

This course provides students with experience in the physical therapy examination, diagnosis, management, and outcome assessment of individual with musculoskeletal conditions affecting the cervical and thoracic spine and upper extremities such as TMJ dysfunction, disc herniation, facet joint dysfunction, shoulder impingement, fractures, and hand trauma. Specific evaluation and treatment procedures include postural correction, joint mobilization and manipulation techniques, ergonomic modifications, and post-operative orthopedic protocols. Relevant medical, surgical, pharmacological, and imaging procedures will also be presented in relation to the physical therapy management. Case studies will be used to integrate information and enhance the development of clinical problem solving skills and inter-professional collaboration.