PT Management of Orthopedic Conditions I

This 16-week course during the fifth term of the DPT curriculum is the final course in the orthopedic series offering the student an integrated approach to the theoretical and practical basis of clinical practice for musculoskeletal conditions of the spine. Critical thinking and problem solving is highlighted in an atmosphere of higher learning where cutting edge management of musculoskeletal spinal conditions is coordinated with contemporary research.

This is a problem-solving case-based course that promotes synthesis of evidence from the neurological and movement science literature in order to critically evaluate current trends in the examination, evaluation, diagnosis, intervention and prognosis of a variety of neurological conditions.  Clinical reasoning is promoted through three pathways:  1) observation and participation in a variety of health care practice settings (e.g. hospitals, outpatient & clinic departments); 2) understanding societal needs; and 3) appreciating the prevailing legislative environment.  Students develop an evidence-based paper formulated to serve as a resource for all course participants.