Catalog Info
Effective Term
Winter 2015
WebAdvisor Title
Exercise Techniques Lab
Credit Hours
2.00
Contact Hours Per Week
4 (for 15-week classes)
Course Description
Provides the opportunity for application of the techniques learned in PTA 118. Focuses on therapeutic exercise procedures utilized by physical therapist assistants as well as assessment of joint motion and muscle strength, implications of ROM and muscle testing for exercise prescription, types of exercise, basic exercise programs, and the use of exercise equipment. Guided lab setting.
Pre-requisites
PTA-102, PTA-110, PTA-132, and PTA-168
Co-requisites
PTA-118
Course Satisfies MACRAO Requirements
No