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PT 7460 - Physical Therapy Management of Musculoskeletal Conditions-Upper Quarter

(1.5)

This course, as part of a series of musculoskeletal management courses, introduces the student to common musculoskeletal conditions and movement patterns of the upper quarter. Information from the foundational sciences of anatomy, physiology, pathology, and pharmacology are linked to evidence-based examination, evaluation, diagnosis, and intervention approaches/philosophies for the comprehensive physical therapy management of musculoskeletal conditions of the upper quarter. Pathophysiology, diagnostic procedures, medical/surgical /health care team management, and prevention will be included in the discussions of conditions commonly encountered in physical therapy practice. 

Prerequisite: PT 6460, PT 6461
Corequisite: PT 7461