PHT 2220C - Therapeutic Exercises in Physical Therapy I

2 hours Lecture, 2 hours Lab, 3 credits
Lower-Division College Credit
Prerequisite(s): PHT 1250C, BSC 2086C, and PHI 2010
Corequisite(s): PHT 1213C and PHT 1128C
AA Elective: No
This lecture and lab course introduces the types of exercise, the effects of exercise, the rationale for and functional bases for exercise, and the therapeutic techniques employed. The student practices foundational activities and applies functional aspects of therapeutic exercises related to specific orthopedic, medical, surgical, and neurological conditions. The student effectively implements exercise programs and applies data-collection skills (i.e., goniometry and balance testing) within a physical therapist’s plan of care for various patients. Therapeutic exercises are performed for flexibility and joint range-of-motion; muscle strengthening and endurance; balance, coordination, and stability; and to address motor deficits and increase functional skills. Successful completion of this course requires a grade of C or better.

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