May 15, 2024  
2020-2021 Springfield College Catalog 
    
2020-2021 Springfield College Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

PHTH 610/611 - Foundations of Physical Therapy Practice


This course provides an introduction to the basic process and fundamental skills of physical therapy management.  Students attain a working understanding of the role of the physical therapist in primary, secondary, and tertiary care and prevention, and to the conceptual frameworks that guide physical therapist practice.  Students acquire competency in selected fundamental practice skills, including patient-client interaction, basic functional mobility, exercise, joint range of motion measurement, soft tissue mobilization, examination of vital functions and physical therapy documentation.

Prerequisites & Notes
None



Credits: 4