SPT 601 - Clinical Reasoning 1

4 Credit(s)

Introduction to the clinical reasoning process involved with musculoskeletal rehabilitation including clinical and medical history, relevant medical tests, and musculoskeletal differential diagnosis. Concepts will include normal movement patterns, functional movement assessment and physical therapy tests and measures related to the musculoskeletal system. Students will discuss normal movement and learn to assess deviations from the norm. A model of physical therapy patient/client management will be introduced, with focus on skills that are essential for success in the field, such as accessing research literature, communication skills (including documentation), group work and teaming skills, professional behaviors, critical thinking and learning skills, cultural competence, leadership, and dealing with legal/ethical issues. 

Credits: 4.

When Offered: Fall semester.