PTHA 1431 - Physical Agents

4 Credits (3 hrs. lec., 4 hrs. lab.) Biophysical principles, physiological effects, intervention efficacy, and application of physical agents. The theory and application of thermal and electrotherapy treatments, hydrotherapy and wound care, massage, and traction techniques are presented. The indications, contraindications, clinical efficacy and relevant documentation are discussed. Prerequisite: PTHA 1225, PTHA 1305 and PTHA 1413. Corequisite: PTHA 2305, PTHA 2201 and PTHA 2435.
Course Outcomes
1 - Describe the biophysical principles and efficacy of physical agents.
2 - Relate knowledge of indications, contraindications and precautions to interventions.
3 - Apply physical agents.
4 - Demonstrate communication skills.