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Fall Term 2025
12/08/2025 |
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| DPT 521 - Musculoskeletal Dys Upper Extr |
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DPT 521 - Diagnosis and Intervention: Musculoskeletal Dysfunction in Upper Extremities
This course provides an in-depth study of orthopedic injuries and disorders in the cervicothoracic spine and upper extremities. It covers etiology, pathophysiology, clinical findings, prognosis, and treatment approaches, including medical, surgical, and physical therapy methods. Students will learn to examine, evaluate, diagnose, and treat patients with musculoskeletal disabilities and functional limitations. The course emphasizes exercise prescription, manual therapy, physical agents, and functional outcomes, along with risk reduction measures for potential musculoskeletal issues. It also addresses the psychosocial aspects of patient management and documentation. A critical review of research findings on musculoskeletal examination and intervention is included.
Prerequisite(s): DPT 510 and DPT 519. Corequisite(s): DPT 522.
3.000 Credit hours Levels: Graduate Schedule Types: Lecture Rehabilitation Sciences Department Course Attributes: College 05 - Fee Assess Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Levels: Graduate Prerequisites: Graduate level DPT 510 Minimum Grade of B- and Graduate level DPT 519 Minimum Grade of B- and Graduate level DPT 522 Minimum Grade of B- |
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