THAS 220 - Exercise in Physical Therapy
| Hours:45:60:0 |
Credits:5 |
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Students apply focused therapeutic exercise and gait re-education in response to identified treatment goals in physical therapy environments. Techniques covered include range of motion, stretching, pool therapy, aerobic exercise, strengthening (including core stability), ergonomics and work evaluation, posture and gait, group exercise, and PNF (proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation). The role of therapeutic exercise principles in the treatment of a variety of conditions and the use of exercise software in the formulation of exercise programs are covered. Emphasis is placed on the purpose, benefits, safe instruction, and progression of activities. |
| Prerequisites: Minimum grade of C- in THAS 115, THAS 116 and THAS 117. |
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THAS 221 - Modalities and Acute Care Interventions in Physical Therapy
| Hours:45:30:0 |
Credits:4 |
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Students discuss and practice the use of electrotherapy and other commonly used rehabilitation modalities including heat, cold, ultrasound, laser, TENS, muscle stimulation, interferential current, traction, and compression therapy. The purposes, benefits, and contraindications of these modalities and their safe implementation are stressed. Students are introduced to the theory and practice of aspects of acute care rehabilitation interventions for pulmonary and post-surgical conditions. |
| Prerequisites: Minimum grade of C- in THAS 115, THAS 116 and THAS 117. |
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THAS 222 - Occupational Therapy in Mental Health
| Hours:45:30:0 |
Credits:4 |
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The role of the Occupational Therapist Assistant is discussed and practiced in relation to occupational therapy services for persons with disorders in the psycho-emotional and socio-adaptive perspectives. Utilizing a client-centered approach, students practice the implementation of individual, family and group occupational engagement, addressing a variety of ages and disorders. Attention is given to provider and client safety issues. Information gathering, reporting and documentation are included. |
| Prerequisites: Minimum grade of C- in THAS 115, THAS 116 and THAS 117. |
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THAS 223 - Occupational Therapy in Physical Dysfunction
| Hours:60:30:0 |
Credits:5 |
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Students apply occupational therapy interventions under the direction of an Occupational Therapist in the sensory motor, self care, productivity and leisure performance components. Environmental contexts are considered. |
| Prerequisites: Minimum grade of C- in THAS 115, THAS 116 and THAS 117. |
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THAS 210 - Field Placement I
| Hours:0:0:205 |
Credits:4 |
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Students integrate knowledge and skills to demonstrate competent, safe, and ethical practice under the supervision of a Physical Therapist and/or Physical Therapist Assistant and/or Occupational Therapist and/or Occupational Therapist Assistant. Students implement treatment interventions, develop confidence, and collaborate in inter-professional teams. Students demonstrate accountability, responsibility and professional values. Students use clinical skills and attributes including reflection on practice and participation in ongoing learning. |
| Prerequisites: Minimum grade of C- in THAS 220, THAS 221, THAS 222 and THAS 223 and successful completion of all lab exams in THAS 116, 117, 220, 221, 222, 223. |
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THAS 211 - Field Placement II
| Hours:0:0:205 |
Credits:4 |
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Students continue to develop their integration of knowledge and skills to demonstrate competent, safe, and ethical practice under the supervision of a Physical Therapist and/or Physical Therapist Assistant and/or Occupational Therapist and/or Occupational Therapist Assistant. Students implement treatment interventions and collaborate in inter-professional teams. Students demonstrate accountability, responsibility and professional values. Students develop clinical skills and attributes including reflection on practice and participation in ongoing learning. |
| Prerequisites: Minimum grade of C- in THAS 220, THAS 221, THAS 222 and THAS 223 and successful completion of all lab exams in THAS 116, 117, 220, 221, 222, 223. |
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THAS 212 - Field Placement III
| Hours:0:0:205 |
Credits:4 |
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In this placement, students consolidate knowledge and skills to demonstrate competent, safe, and ethical practice under the supervision of a Physical Therapist and/or Physical Therapist Assistant and/or Occupational Therapist and/or Occupational Therapist Assistant. Students implement the skill set of a Physical Therapist Assistant/Occupational Therapist Assistant, develop confidence, and collaborate interprofessionally. Students demonstrate accountability, responsibility and professional values. Students further develop clinical skills and attributes including reflection on practice and participation in ongoing learning. |
| Prerequisites: Minimum grade of C- in THAS 220, THAS 221, THAS 222 and THAS 223, and successful completion of all lab exams in THAS 116, 117, 220, 221, 222, 223. |
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