75 courses with the subject PTRS, each shown exactly as we captured it from the college's catalog, with every element we hold. Where the wording looks broken, that is our reading of the catalog, not the college's text.
This is the first of two courses that provide a foundation in the structure and function of the nervous system. Clinical correlations relate the material to effective clinical practice and provide a neurophysiological basis for pathological entities described in the student's clinical neurology courses and commonly encountered in the clinic.
The course is designed to provide the student with a strong foundation in the structure and function of the nervous system. Clinical correlations are provided throughout the course to: 1). underscore the necessity for understanding the material for effective clinical practice and 2). provide a neurophysiological basis for various pathological entities described in their clinical neurology courses and commonly encountered in the clinic.
This course is part one of a two-part series designed to provide students with basic knowledge of biomechanics and functional aspects of the musculoskeletal system. It involves the study of the anatomical, biomechanical, and physiological fundamentals of human motion as it pertains to the upper extremity.
This course is part two of a two-part series designed to provide students with basic knowledge of biomechanics and functional aspects of the musculoskeletal system. It involves the study of the anatomical, biomechanical, and physiological fundamentals of human motion as it pertains to the spine and lower extremity.
This course is part one of a two-part series designed to introduce students to the structure and function of the back, neck, face, and upper extremity with particular emphasis on the nervous and musculoskeletal systems. Special emphasis is places on clinical relevance and functional interrelationships of the anatomic structures.
This course is part two of a two-part series designed to introduce students to the structure and function of the cranium, thorax, abdomen, and lower extremity with particular emphasis on the nervous and musculoskeletal systems. Special emphasis is placed on clinical relevance and functional interrelationships of the anatomic structures.
This course prepares a student to perform a basic musculoskeletal examination of the cervical spine and upper extremity. The entire patient management process from history taking to prescription of interventions is introduced and applied. Basic skills needed in the examination are described and practiced.
This course prepares a student to perform a basic musculoskeletal examination of the lumbar spine and lower extremities. The entire patient management process from history taking to prescription of interventions is applied. Basic skills needed in the examination are described and practiced.
Topics in Pathophysiology I is the first of two lecture-format courses that introduce physiology of organ systems, disease states and conditions. Differential diagnosis, medical screening, the impact of pathology and medical management in physical therapy practice will be investigated.
Topics in Pathophysiology II is the second of two lecture-formal courses that introduce physiology of organ systems, disease states and conditions. Differential diagnosis, medical screening, the impact of pathology and medical management in physical therapy practice will be investigated.
Topics in Pathophysiology I covers selected health conditions, body systems, and both intrinsic and extrinsic influences on health and wellbeing. The course explores themes of complexity and chronicity in the context of physical therapy care using a biopsychosocial model.
Exposes clinicians to the structure and function of the body with particular emphasis on the nervous and musculoskeletal systems. The format consists of onsite seminars that will include cadaveric dissections. Special emphasis is placed on clinical relevance and functional interrelationships of the anatomic structures.
Utilizing a case-based format, this course assists students with clinical reasoning strategies as outlined in the Guide to Physical Therapist Practice. Additionally, students will have opportunities to enhance self-awareness and begin to develop the professional skills inherent in physical therapy practice. Students apply concepts of patient-client management including examination, evaluation, diagnosis, prognosis, and intervention. Through small group discussion, students develop their group skills and are introduced to the team approach.
Topics in Pathophysiology II covers selected health conditions, body systems, and both intrinsic and extrinsic influences on health and wellbeing. The course explores themes of complexity and chronicity in the context of physical therapy care using a biopsychosocial model.
Issues in Pharmacotherapy is a lecture-format course that focuses on providing foundational information about pharmacotherapy, pharmacokinetics, and pharmacodynamics that is applicable in physical therapy. Drug classifications are described. Examples are provided of various drug categories.
Pharmacotherapeutics is a lecture-format course that focuses on providing foundational information about pharmacotherapeutics, pharmacology, pharmacokinetics, and pharmacodynamics that is applicable in physical therapy. Drug classifications are described. Examples are provided of various drug categories.
Integrated Clinical Experience I is the first in a series of four clinical practice courses. It is an opportunity for students to practice physical therapy skills learned in the curriculum to date. Students will have the opportunity to practice and refine their skills under the direct supervision of a licensed physical therapist.
Integrated Clinical Experience II is the second in a series of four clinical practice courses. It is an opportunity for students to practice physical therapy skills learned in the curriculum to date. Students will have the opportunity to practice and refine their skills under the direct supervision of a licensed physical therapist.
Integrated Clinical Experience III is the third in a series of four clinical practice courses. It is an opportunity for students to practice physical therapy skills learned in the curriculum to date. Students will have the opportunity to practice and refine their skills under the direct supervision of a licensed physical therapist.
Integrated Clinical Experience IV is the third in a series of four clinical practice courses. It is an opportunity for students to practice physical therapy skills learned in the curriculum to date. Students will have the opportunity to practice and refine their skills under the direct supervision of a licensed physical therapist.
This is the first in a series of three courses on orthopedic physical therapy. This course emphasizes differential diagnosis, clinical decision making, and development and implementation of a plan of care for conservative and post-operative management of patients demonstrating musculoskeletal dysfunction of the upper extremity.
This is the second in a series of three courses on Orthopedic Physical Therapy. This course emphasizes differential diagnosis, clinical decision making, and development and implementation of a plan of care for conservative and post-operative management of patients demonstrating musculoskeletal dysfunction of the lower extremity.
This course is one of three courses in orthopedic physical therapy. Emphasis is on examination, differential diagnosis, clinical decision making, and development and implementation of a plan of care for conservative management (including joint manipulation) and post operative interventions for patients with musculoskeletal dysfunction.
Physical Agents discusses the equipment used and the general application of thermal agents, electrotherapy, compression devices and massage. The clinical decision making when using all of these modalities in the management of clinical conditions including pain, edema, inflammation, decreased range of motion, and muscle weakness will be discussed.
This course addresses the functional management of patients with limited mobility and their equipment needs, emphasizing functional training and clinical decision making for therapeutic intervention as well as prescription of durable medical equipment. Patient/caregiver/healthcare provider safety for injury prevention is stressed, as well as effective instructional approaches for all audiences.
This is the first of two courses designed to provide exposure to the normal and abnormal anatomy, physiology and function of the cardiac, vascular and pulmonary systems. Physiology and pathophysiology are explored in relation to functional performance, compensation for disease process and implications for management. Clinical decision making is emphasized.
Cardiopulmonary Physical Therapy II is the second of two courses designed to provide students with exposure to the normal and abnormal anatomy, physiology and function of the cardiac, vascular and pulmonary systems. Primary and secondary cardiopulmonary diseases/dysfunction are discussed as they relate to functional ability.
This course, a required course taken by entry-level DPT students, provides foundational knowledge for motor learning and control, and application to clinical practice. Emphasis is placed on basic concepts of motor learning and control in typically developing populations throughout the lifespan. The course provides the opportunity for an initial review of the movement science literature and sets the foundation for PTRS 656 Motor Control and Rehab. Emphasis on postural control, critical review of current theories of motor learning and control, and practice and feedback for task acquisition is emphasized.
This course introduces the student to examination, evaluation, diagnosis and comprehensive interventions for the adult with neurological dysfunction. It focuses on examination skills and common interventions used with this patient population. Clinical decision making will be utilized to develop appropriate intervention strategies, application techniques, and neuromuscular strengthening and conditioning principles.
This course focuses on adults with central nervous system dysfunction where vestibular, sensory, perceptual, cognitive, and communication deficits result in more complex movement dysfunction and limited capacity for learning. Students will learn to integrate neuromuscular, sensory-perceptual, cognitive, behavioral and functional mobility strategies into a comprehensive plan of care.
This course provides content essential for understanding and evaluating research literature related to the effects of aging, pathology, immobilization, and therapeutic procedures on biological tissues and human movement. Methods for quantifying and evaluating tissue properties and human neuromuscular control are included. Application to practice will come from discussion of current literature.
The focus of this course is on wound assessment and management techniques used in the clinical setting as outlined in the Guide to Physical Therapy Practice. The use of evidence-based practice to guide clinical decision making will be emphasized.
This lecture/laboratory course provides students with knowledge of the components and biomechanical principles used in upper and lower extremity prostheses and lower limb and spinal orthoses. The basic principles and processes of prosthetic and orthotic prescription, checkout and functional training are presented. Pre- prosthetic medical and physical therapy management of persons with amputation is also discussed.
This course explores the impact culture, health literacy, and determinants of health have on an individual’s healthcare experience. Using patient vignettes, students will examine the role of a physical therapist within an interprofessional healthcare team.
Students examine topics in movement science in motor control and motor learning throughout the lifespan and the application of these principles to varied patient populations. This course also allows students to review the movement science literature as it applies to select patient populations.
This course is designed to provide the information necessary for the understanding and evaluation of the effects of immobilization, increased stress and strain, injury, disease, healing and aging on biological tissues. Emphasis is placed upon the integration of tissue biomechanics into the rationale and basis for therapeutic interventions.
This course provides information on health policy and health services specific to physical therapy. Students are exposed to health legislation, social determinants of health, issues in health disparities and development of advocacy skills.
This is the last in a series of four professional development courses. The focus of the course is on the organizational, fiscal and administrative workings of the health care environment and the responsibilities of individual physical therapists in these areas.
This course examines contemporary insights for the application of motor control and learning in physical therapy for children and adults with movement dysfunctions. Emphasis is placed on critical review of current evidence applied to patient populations. Practice paradigms for patient scenarios for evaluations and intervention will be critically discussed.
This is the first of two required courses that emphasize the physical therapy management of infants, children and adolescents with disabilities and health conditions across various body systems, and different delivery settings. Didactic material for various system pathologies will be presented. Clinical reasoning applied and best evidence will guide students to choose appropriate examination tools, write meaningful goals and develop a physical therapy plan of care. Child development with an emphasis on functional movement, from the pre-natal period through adolescence will be discussed in the context of physical therapy management of infants, children, and adolescents.
This course takes a systems approach to understanding the basis for pediatric disabilities. Examination and intervention planning are discussed both broadly and in terms of specific disabilities in the context of current evidence for client management models. Lab component provides opportunity to work with a child with a disability in a community setting.
This is the second of two required courses that emphasize the physical therapy management of infants, children and adolescents with disabilities and health conditions across various body systems, and different delivery settings. Didactic material for various system pathologies will be presented. Clinical reasoning applied and best evidence will guide students to choose appropriate examination tools, write meaningful goals and develop a physical therapy plan of care. Child development with an emphasis on functional movement, from the pre-natal period through adolescence will be discussed in the context of physical therapy management of infants, children, and adolescents.
Life Span Development I addresses the physical, cognitive, emotional, and social-cultural characteristics of development. Changes throughout prenatal, infancy, childhood and adolescence are highlighted and red flags are identified. Pediatric examination will be discussed. This course will provide foundational knowledge for Pediatric Physical Therapy evaluation, examination and intervention.
Life Span Development II is a required course for all entry-level Doctor of Physical Therapy students. This course addresses the physical, cognitive, emotional, and social-cultural aspects of aging, and the changes that occur throughout adulthood. Course content will provide foundational knowledge for concurrent and subsequent courses for physical therapy examination and intervention.
This is a required course for all entry-level Doctor of Physical Therapy students. This course addresses the physical, cognitive, emotional, and social-cultural aspects of aging, and the changes that occur throughout adulthood. Course content will provide foundational knowledge for concurrent and subsequent courses for physical therapy examination and intervention.
This course expands the manual therapy content, including mobilization and manipulation techniques taught in the curriculum. Emphasis is on current evidence, implications, technique refinement, and clinical decision-making associated with manual therapy.
Science, technology, and devices are ever-evolving and that is especially true in rehabilitation. This course will expose students to advanced and emerging technologies in physical rehabilitation and enable them to critically evaluate these technologies so that they may most appropriately apply and advocate for their use to improve patient care. Areas that will be covered will span the physical rehabilitation spectrum from neurorehabilitation to precision rehabilitation to outpatient technology. Specific topics will include but are not limited to rehabilitation robotics, exoskeletons, advanced prosthetics, brain-machine interfaces, neuro-stimulation & modulation, regenerative medicine, genetics, epigenetics, augmented & virtual reality, mobile & wearable technology, motion capture & analysis, and telerehab.
This course is designed to provide exposure to physical therapy in the acute care setting. Physiology and pathophysiology are explored in relation to functional performance, compensation for disease process and implications for management. Clinical reasoning and decision making are emphasized.
This course is intended to give 3rd year DPT students exposure to structural and functional aspects of a specific region of the human body. The course is self-paced and focused on skilled dissection of the regional anatomy to develop prosections to be used for future instruction. The area to be dissected is driven by students' interests. Students will spend lab time focused on detailed dissection and research of their selected region related to answering a clinical question.
Analysis of Running Biomechanics and Interventions for Running Injury is a lecture and lab format course that focuses on providing foundational information about running injury and analysis of running gait biomechanics that will be used to create interventions for runners with musculoskeletal injury. Students will spend time in the lab assisting and performing examination, data collection, and gait analysis of patients with injuries and formulating evidence-based treatment plans for interventions. This is an elective course that may be taken by entry-level DPT students during the second year of the program.
This course focuses on the pediatric and adult wheelchair user. Diagnosis-specific impairments will be integrated into the decision-making process for specific wheelchair components, ranging from power source to positioning. Completion of this elective will prepare students to independently lead a complex wheelchair evaluation and necessary steps for the end user to receive their equipment.
This course covers the anatomy and physiology of the pelvic floor with an emphasis on the impact that pathophysiological conditions have on pelvic floor health for cis females across the lifespan. Application of advanced knowledge to pelvic floor health for PT examination, evaluation and intervention strategies are emphasized. Musculoskeletal components of urinary incontinence and urogynecological pain conditions will be discussed and expanded upon as they relate to pelvic floor dysfunction and pelvic health. Physical examination of the pelvic floor will highlight information gained from lectures and provide opportunities to practice. PT evaluation, examination, interventions, and identification of red and yellow flags for pelvic floor dysfunction including trauma history and chronic pain will be discussed.
This elective is for health professions students interested in improving their interprofessional skills within the context of chronic pain care. The purpose of this elective is to engage the learner in reflective and critical reasoning about contemporary evidence for interprofessional chronic pain care. The course is taught in a journal club format with guiding questions and team building activities to structure discussion and apply evidence to clinical practice scenarios. Learners will collaborate as an interprofessional team to discuss, reflect, and practice application of knowledge and communication skills. They will explore how to best implement evidence in clinical practice, working within various systemic, reimbursement, and organizational barriers.
The course provides information on the means of teaching/learning theory, teaching and learning styles, planning of learning experiences, clinical teaching tools and strategies, teaching objectives, effective feedback, and performance evaluation, all within the context of adult education and with the acknowledgment of the clinical experience of the participants.
This course emphasizes decision-making strategies for patients with multiple co-morbidities. Meta-cognitive strategies are used during clinical decision making to assist with student transitions from novice to entry-level clinicians.
The course addresses issues within health, prevention and rehabilitation, services and outcomes for children, youth and families. Key themes are participation, self-determination and advocacy. Materials addressing intervention, service delivery models and care across the lifespan, leadership, innovation and knowledge translation will be integrated.
The objective of this course is the development of skills for generating clinical questions, and finding, analyzing, communicating, and applying knowledge and research to physical therapy practice. This course introduces research theory, hypothesis development, measurement theory, experimental design, sampling methodology, and statistical inference. Students will develop a clinical question based on a patient/case scenario, search the literature, and select the “best evidence” to address the clinical question. Students will appraise published studies for their validity and applicability, determining the efficacy of therapeutic, rehabilitative, and preventive interventions to apply the evidence to practice. Students will develop competencies in evidence-based clinical decision making.
This course will build upon previous skills for finding, analyzing, communicating, and applying knowledge and research to physical therapy practice. Students will critically appraise published studies for their validity and applicability, applying the evidence when examining the accuracy and precision of diagnostic tests, outcome measures, and prognostic markers. This information is applied to common clinical and research tests and measurements related to physical therapy.
This course builds upon courses in evidence-based practice and measurement. Emphasis is on understanding the research designs and statistical analyses most often used in biomedical and rehabilitation research; interpretation of statistics; methods of clinical inquiry including case reports, single subject research, and program evaluation; and dissemination of research and scholarship.
The focus of this web-based course is on analysis of the evidence for physical (occupational) therapy practice including models and guidelines for practice. Participants development competencies in transfer of knowledge and research into practice, clinical reasoning, and evidence based decision making.
The course focuses on evidence-based examination and intervention of children with disabilities within the context of child, family, and environmental factors. The course highlights the role of therapists in promoting the status of the neuromuscular and musculoskeletal systems. The importance of family-centered care, parent-child interactions, and play are explored.
Pediatric Clinical Application is a primary course in the post-professional pediatric concentration area. Through a problem-based case study format, the course facilitates transfer of knowledge into the specialty practice area of pediatrics and promotes independent learning.
This course applies an evidence-based approach to answering clinical questions about examination, diagnosis, prevention, and management of spinal and pelvic disorders. Goals are to foster independent, critical thinking based on interpretation of scientific literature and its integration into PT theory and practice and to enhance clinical examination and intervention skills.
This elective, on-line course explores advanced examination and intervention strategies for the upper and lower extremities. Clinical examination procedures (including clinical imaging), outcome measures, prevention and treatment interventions will be critically analyzed using an evidence-based approach.
This course introduces the student to the specialized field of hand therapy. The principles of hand therapy included are musculoskeletal tissues and pathology, clinical reasoning, hand examination, splinting principles, physical agents, and therapeutic exercise. Common elbow, wrist, and hand disorders are discussed to integrate the foundation topics into clinical practice.
This course reviews the common pathologies that effect the articulations and surrounding soft tissues, especially tendons and ligaments. Anatomy, biomechanics, and examination principles for each region, shoulder, elbow, wrist, and hand are discussed. Conservative and post-operative therapeutic management for fractures, dislocations, tendon repairs, ligament injuries, and degenerative disorders are presented.
This course emphasizes the anatomy and basic science principles for the cervical spine and major peripheral nerves of the upper quarter. Age-related changes and pathophysiology of nerve lacerations and entrapment neuropathies are discussed. Advanced examination skills and interventions, conservative and post-operative, for the peripheral nervous system are presented.
Course content emphasizes the impact of disease on hand function, especially with activities of daily living, vocational activities, and recreational activities. The overview includes pathology, clinical presentation, examination techniques and clinical interventions specific to the hand. Additionally, multisystem involvement associated with mutilated hand injuries and pain syndromes is discussed.
This course is designed to provide the opportunity for advanced content and discussion regarding issues facing the pediatric practitioner. This course is designed to address current issues related to practice in various pediatric settings. Topics are introduced and content delivered, but the emphasis will be on student/instructor interaction and discussion.
Independent Project provides the student an exposure to physical therapy scholarship and research through participation in a faculty research project or self-directed study.
Students develop a final project to demonstrate the ability to use current best evidence to evaluate methods of service delivery or interventions at individual or program levels. Completion of an in-depth literature review associated with the project approved by the student's advisory committee is the focus of this course.
Students conduct a well designed and executed study that addresses service delivery at the individual or program level. The results of the study are presented in manuscript format suitable for dissemination at a professional meeting, in a relevant peer-reviewed journal, or other educational resources used by rehabilitation specialists.
This course is the first of three required full-time supervised clinical education experiences. This course is the student's opportunity to begin to apply classroom knowledge and laboratory skills with patients and clients. The student also begins to develop as a professional through role modeling by the clinical instructor.
This course is the second of three required full-time supervised clinical education experiences. The student continues to apply classroom knowledge and laboratory skills and will be involved in all aspects of patient-client management (examination, evaluation, diagnosis, prognosis, intervention, discharge, and outcomes management).
This course is a final, full-time, supervised clinical education experience. The student attains mastery of knowledge, skills, and attitudes to effectively and safely practice in today's healthcare environment. The student will experience the multiple roles of the physical therapist, such as those related to administration and health promotion.
Source: Drexel University's catalog, linked per course · table learning_unit · CourseShelf publish 59
