p h y s i c a l t h e r a p yPTH 1001 Basic Physical Therapy Procedures 4 QH
Offers a basic practical understanding of patient care procedures used in physical therapy practice, including body mechanics, therapeutic positioning, patient ambulation and transfer techniques, and range-of-motion exercises. Introduces physical therapy students to cooperative education and its implications for career planning in physical therapy. Covers self-assessment, rŽsumŽ writing, and interviewing skills.PTH 1118 Developmental Basis of Human Performance 4 QH
Studies the growth and development of perceptual-motor skills from birth to old age. Considers age expectations for perceptual-motor behavior, focusing on the processes underlying developmental changes. Prereq. PTH 1001, PTH 1252, PTH 1253, and PTH 1316.PTH 1203 Therapeutic Modalities in Physical Therapy Practice 4 QH
Prepares students to apply therapeutic modalities in a variety of diagnoses. Includes theory, demonstration, and application of thermal, electrical, hydro-, and light therapies. Prereq. BIO 1162, BIO 1163, BIO 1164, BIO 1652ÐBIO 1654, CPS 1615, PHY 1201, PHY 1501, PTH 1001, and PTH 1252.PTH 1252 Clinical Gross Anatomy 1 3 QH
Covers the structure and function of the head, neck, and trunk regions of the human body, with particular emphasis on the skeletal, muscular, nervous, and cardiovascular systems, and clinical application to these systems. Prereq. BIO 1162, BIO 1163, PTH 1001, and BIO 1164.PTH 1253 Clinical Gross Anatomy 2 3 QH
Covers the structure and function of the extremities of the human body, with particular emphasis on the skeletal, muscular, nervous, and cardiovascular systems and clinical application to these systems. Prereq. BIO 1162ÐBIO 1164, BIO 1652ÐBIO 1654, PHY 1201, PHY 1501, PTH 1001, and PTH 1252.PTH 1310 Clinical Gross Anatomy 6 QH
Covers the structure and function of the human body, with particular emphasis on the skeletal, muscular, nervous, and vascular components of each region. Involves lectures, cadaver prosection, osteology labs, and surface anatomy palpation to investigate basic human anatomy and the clinical applications of anatomy lab. Prereq. BIO 1152, BIO 1153, and BIO 1154. AT students only.PTH 1316 Neuromuscular Physiology 4 QH
Covers fundamental physiologic principles that underlie somatosensation and motor control, with applications to physical therapy practice. Prereq. BIO 1162, BIO 1163, BIO 1164, CHM 1105, CPS 1615, PTH 1252, and PTH 1253.PTH 1320 Soft-Tissue Mobilization 2 QH
Offers theory, demonstrations, and practice of soft tissue mobilization, palpation, and posture evaluation, integrated with other treatment procedures. Also covers anatomical and physiological theory and principles. Uses problem solving and case analyses. Prereq. BIO 1162, BIO 1163, CPS 1615, PHY 1201, PHY 1501, and PTH 1252.PTH 1325 Clinical Medicine 1 4 QH
Covers general medicine, lab medicine, and pathology as related to conditions commonly treated by physical therapists. Prereq. PTH 1203, PTH 1252, and PTH 1253.PTH 1330 Clinical Kinesiology 5 QH
Studies normal movement through analysis of muscle and joint function. Also gives clinical applications for pathological movement. Includes lab. Prereq. PHY 1201, PHY 1202, PHY 1501, PTH 1252, PTH 1253, and PTH 1316.PTH 1340 Pathokinesiology 4 QH
Examines orthotic and prosthetic strategies for managing pathological movement. Topics include: pathomechanics of the lower extremity and trunk, introduction to orthotic and prosthetic management, components of lower extremity orthotic and prosthetic appliances, principles of alignment and fit, appliance checkout procedures, and training programs. Requires students to perform clinical gait analyses, prescribe orthotic and prosthetic appliances to address specific movement problems, and develop treatment programs that progress hypothetical patients from initial evaluations to discharge. Prereq. CPS 1615, PHY 1201, PHY 1202, PTH 1118, PTH 1203, PTH 1252, PTH 1253, and PTH 1330.PTH 1345 Orthopedic Clinical Medicine 2 3 QH
Focuses on orthopedic conditions and their medical, surgical, and physical therapy treatment. Prereq. PTH 1252, PTH 1253, PTH 1316, and PTH 1325.PTH 1352 Psychosocial Aspects of Illness 3 QH
Examines interpersonal relationships among patients, families, health professionals, and society, with reference to the impact of and reaction to illness. Prereq. Satisfactory completion of all prior professional courses.PTH 1363 Neurological Management 5 QH
Presents theoretical basis of examination and evaluation, and of integrated approaches to intervention with neurologically impaired clients. Prereq. PTH 1001, PTH 1118, PTH 1252, PTH 1253, PTH 1316, PTH 1320, PTH 1325, PTH 1330, PTH 1340, PTH 1345, PTH 1352, P5H 1366, P5H 1392, and PTH 1440.PTH 1364 Neurological Evaluation and Treatment 2 5 QH
Focuses on assessing problems of and setting goals for adults with neurological deficits. Covers the etiology, pathology, clinical signs, and medical management of neurological disorders. Prereq. PTH 1252, PTH 1253, PTH 1316, PTH 1330, and PTH 1363.PTH 1366 Neuroanatomy 5 QH
Examines the morphology and function of the human nervous system. Covers abnormalities of structure and normal function of the nervous system. Includes lecture and lab. Prereq. PTH 1252 PTH 1253, and PTH 1316.PTH 1371 Clinical Seminar 1 QH
Discusses selected topics related to clinical education including professional and ethical issues, interpersonal relationships, OSHA regulations, medical-legal issues, and the affiliation placement process. Prereq. Satisfactory completion of all prior professional courses.PTH 1380 Supervised Clinical Education 1 5 QH
Provides students with opportunities to practice evaluation and treatment of patients under the supervision of licensed clinicians. Students may be assigned to clinics outside of Massachusetts and are responsible for providing their own transportation. Prereq. Satisfactory completion of all prior professional courses.PTH 1392 Pathophysiology and Clinical Therapeutics 1 QH
Covers selected topics in pathophysiology and clinical therapeutics related to current practice in physical therapy. Prereq. Satisfactory completion of all prior professional courses.PTH 1393 Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation in Physical Therapy 5 QH
Discusses the role of physical therapy in cardiac and pulmonary rehabilitation. Examines cardiopulmonary evaluation techniques, etiology, and pathology of common cardiopulmonary disorders, and physical therapy management. Prereq. BIO 1652ÐBIO1654, BIO 1162ÐBIO 1164, CPS 1615, PHP 1300, PTH 1001, PTH 1252, PTH 1253, and PTH 1325.PTH 1396 Pediatric Evaluation/Treatment 2 QH
Explores evaluating and treating the motor aspects of the neuromuscularly impaired child. Focuses on analyzing normal movement patterns, recognizing movement dysfunction, and treating movement dysfunction. Prereq. Satisfactory completion of all prior professional courses.PTH 1400 Administration 4 QH
Explores concepts in administration and management applied to physical therapy. Involves seminar and discussion groups. Prereq. PTH 1380.PTH 1405 Research for Physical Therapy 4 QH
Covers introduction to research design, basic statistics, analysis of scientific and medical literature, and preparation of an independent research proposal. Prereq. COM 1105, ENG 1125, ENG 1350 or ENG 1380, MTH 1106 or MTH 1107, and PTH 1370 or PTH 1371.PTH 1411 Clinical Integration 4 QH
Uses case study format to integrate all previously learned physical therapy skills. Prereq. PTH 1335, PTH 1341, PTH 1370, PTH 1380, PTH 1386, PTH 1391, PTH 1392, PTH 1405, PTH 1426, and PTH 1453.PTH 1415 Supervised Clinical Education 2 0 QH
Provides advanced clinical education by giving the student further opportunities to practice various phases of physical therapy under supervision in preparation for assuming the role of a qualified physical therapist. Students may be assigned to clinics located outside of Massachusetts and are responsible for providing their own transportation. Prereq. Satisfactory completion of all prior professional courses.PTH 1416 Supervised Clinical Education 3 0 QH
Continues PTH 1415. Provides an additional clinical assignment that gives students the opportunity to further refine their clinical skills under the supervision of a qualified physical therapist. Students may be assigned to clinics located outside of Massachusetts and are responsible for providing their own transportation. Prereq. Satisfactory completion of all prior professional courses.PTH 1420 Physical Therapy in the Health-Care System 3 QH
Examines major issues affecting the delivery of health care. Emphasizes the role of the physical therapist as a member of the health-care team. Involves class discussion and seminar. Prereq. PTH 1370 and PTH 1380.PTH 1426 Functional Aspects of Aging 3 QH
Discusses the interaction of psychological, social, and physiological factors and their effects on the potential for function of the elderly client. Studies and designs assessment instruments. Prereq. PHP 1300, PTH 1352, PTH 1363, PTH 1371, PTH 1386, PTH 1393, PTH 1440, and PTH 1441.PTH 1430 Physical Therapy for the Pediatric Client 5 QH
Covers the examination, evaluation, and comprehensive management of movement dysfunction related to common pediatric conditions and diseases. Explores the impact of illness and disability on the child and family. Prereq. PTH 1001, PTH 1118, PTH 1203, PTH 1252, PTH 1253, PTH 1316, PTH 1320, PTH 1325, PTH 1330, PTH 1340, PTH 1345, PTH 1352, PTH 1363, PTH 1366, PTH 1393, PTH 1440, and PTH 1441.PTH 1440 Musculoskeletal Evaluation and Treatment 1 5 QH
Provides an opportunity to develop knowledge and skills in evaluating upper-quarter dysfunction. Uses a problem-solving approach. Prereq. CPS 1615, PHP 1300, PTH 1001, PTH 1203, PTH 1252, PTH 1253, PTH 1316, PTH 1320, PTH 1325, PTH 1330, PTH 1340, and PTH 1345.PTH 1441 Musculoskeletal Evaluation and Treatment 2 5 QH
Provides an opportunity to develop knowledge and skills in evaluating lower-quarter dysfunction. Uses a problem-solving approach. Prereq. PTH 1118, PTH 1393, and PTH 1440.PTH 1453 Advanced Musculoskeletal Assessment and Treatment 3 QH
Provides an opportunity to develop knowledge and skills in evaluating and treating spinal dysfunction. Uses a problem-solving approach. Prereq. PTH 1391, PTH 1392, and PTH 1396.PTH 1602 Special Topics in Physical Therapy 2 QH
Offers innovative methods of instruction and deals with areas of special interest.PTH 1604 Special Topics in Physical Therapy 4 QH
Offers innovative methods of instruction and deals with areas of special interest.PTH 1777 Honors Adjunct 1 QH
Constitutes an addition to any three, four-, five-, or six-quarter-hour course in the department when approved by the honors committee of the college. Once approved, the adjunct information is forwarded to the honors membership by the honors office. Allows students to enroll an unlimited number of times as an adjunct to any physical therapy course.PTH 1800 Directed Study 2 QH
Provides experience for the student whose unique academic needs or interests cannot be adequately satisfied in the basic, entry-level curriculum of the Department of Physical Therapy. Prereq. Permission of instructor, chair, and dean.
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