DPT 521 - Diagnosis and Intervention: Musculoskeletal Dysfunction I

3 credit(s)
A detailed study of the examination, evaluation, diagnosis, and interventions for patients with musculoskeletal disability, impairment, and functional limitations. The course also addresses preventative measures for clients who have the potential to develop musculoskeletal problems. There is an emphasis on the preferred-practice patterns as they relate to exercise prescriptions, integration of manual therapies and physical agents, and functional outcomes. Appropriate management of the psychosocial aspects of patients with musculoskeletal disorders and documentation of all aspects of patient management are reviewed. A critical review of findings and clinical implications of research on the topics of musculoskeletal examination and intervention are conducted.
Prerequisite(s): DPT 500, DPT 502, DPT 504, DPT 511. Corequisite(s): DPT 522.

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