Course Detail
Units:
3.0
Course Components:
Laboratory
Lecture
Enrollment Information
Enrollment Requirement:
Prerequisite: Formal admission to professional program.
Description
This course covers theory and application of physical agents including electrotherapy, thermal agents, compression, traction, and massage as intervention options in physical therapy. The course also includes the following: Correct technique in performing patient transfers including bed mobility; measures and fitting of assistive devices; patient instruction in safe ambulation with assistive devices: crutches, canes and walkers.