501abL Human Structure and Kinesiology (5-4, FaSp) Normal human anatomy and kinesiology with emphasis on upper and lower extremities; cadaver dissection. Lecture and laboratory.
507 Professional Behavior (2, Fa) Interpersonal relationships and behavior between professional and patient; interdisciplinary attitudes; human life styles, cultures and beliefs. Seminar.
509 Systems Physiology (3, Fa) Analytical systems approach to function of the human body considered primarily at the organ and system level. Lecture, demonstration.
512 Introduction to Health Care Systems and the Patient (2, Fa) Examination of community resources, the multidisciplinary approach to patient management, legal and ethical considerations in the delivery of health care.
513 Human Physiological Support Systems in Exercise (3, Fa) A survey of normal human physiological responses to exercise and environmental changes. Qualified students may substitute BKN 587a.
514L Gross Structure and Function of the Human Body (4, Fa) Intensive study of anatomy of the limbs, trunk and neck. Lecture, video-interactive tutorials. Dissection laboratory.
515 Human Life Sequences (3, Fa) Survey of human development, maturation, and aging processes with emphasis on neuromuscular and skeletal systems from conception to death.
516 Principles of Disease (2, Fa) Principles and mechanisms of genetics, immunology, infection, wound healing, and oncology. Lecture.
517L Principles of Patient Management (3, Fa) Basic skills in body mechanics, transfer techniques, massage, activity of daily living, goniometry, principles of patient education. Lecture and laboratory.
519 Methods of Clinical Research (1, Fa) Application of research methods to clinical studies. Graded CR/NC.
520abcd Practicum in Patient Care (1-1-1-1, FaSp) Clinical instruction and laboratory practice in patient settings. Graded CR/NC.
521L Basics of Patient Management (4, Fa) Theory and skill development in goniometry, muscle testing, body mechanics, transfers, functional activities and basic exercise activities. Lecture, laboratory.
522 Pathology of the Musculoskeletal System (3, Sp) Current knowledge of basic mechanisms of disease and injury affecting muscle, bone, joints, and connective tissue.
523 Selected Applications of Environmental Physiology to Patient Care (2, Sp) Physiological responses to temperature, electromagnetic, and mechanical energies. Lecture and laboratory.
524abcL Clinical Pathokinesiology (4-4-4, FaSp) a: Musculoskeletal disorders: manual muscle testing, physical examination, gait and functional analysis; treatment planning and goal setting; special approaches to exercise, gait, prosthetics, and orthotics. b: Neurological disorders: evaluation and treatment utilizing systems of therapy related to facilitation and integration of movement responses. c: Cardiovascular, respiratory, and medical disorders: evaluation procedures, preventive measures, and principles of treatment. Lectures and laboratory.
526 Seminar in Physical Therapy (2, Sp) Behavioral and psychological effects of acute, chronic, and terminal illnesses and injuries on the patient, family, and therapist with emphasis on interpersonal effectiveness skills.
527 Patient Management Seminar for Musculoskeletal Dysfunction (2, Sm) Approaches to the synthesis and integration of clinical findings for determining functional goals and planning treatment programs for the patient with musculoskeletal problems.
528 Physiology of Peripheral Nerves and Muscles (1, Sp) Nerve and muscle cell structure and function; biological currents; muscle excitation, contraction, fiber analysis, and muscle mechanics.
529 Life Span Motor Control (3, Fa) Introduction to sensorimotor systems, overview of current perspectives in motor control from fetus through late adulthood, and clinical tests of motor proficiency. Lecture, limited laboratory.
531 Neurosciences (4, Fa) Intensive survey of human gross neuroanatomy and principles of normal and abnormal neurophysiology.
532 Clinical Neurology for Therapists (2, Fa) Systematic review of clinical disorders of the central and peripheral nervous systems with emphasis on sensorimotor sequelae of injury and disease.
533 Clinical Electrophysiology (3, Fa) Evaluation of patients with lower motor neuron disorders and management of neuromuscular disorders with bioelectric currents.
534L Neuroanatomy (3, Sm) Organized approach to structures in the brain, spinal cord and peripheral nervous systems that subserve motor, sensory, and integrative functions, memory, cognitive and special senses. Lecture, laboratory.
536 Pathology of Cardiopulmonary Disease and General Medical Conditions (3, Sp) Pathology and pathophysiological mechanisms in disease of the cardiac, pulmonary and circulatory systems; examination of diabetes, burns, and other disabling medical disorders. Lecture.
537 Patient Management Seminar for Neurological Dysfunction (1, Sp) Approaches to the synthesis and integration of clinical findings for determining functional goals and planning treatment programs for the patient with neurological problems.
539 Clinical Pharmacology (1, Sp) Effects of commonly used drugs in patients with physical disability; side effects that alter physical performance or responses to exercise.
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