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COURSE DESCRIPTION

PTA 210 — PTA Procedures IV: Therapeutic Exercise Seminar  (3 cr)

Instructional focus on physical therapy concepts for therapeutic exercise techniques as they relate to treatment of the spine, extremities, cardiovascular, pulmonary, and vestibular systems.  Discussion of stages of healing, post-operative indications and contraindications will be explored. Common exercise programs, protocols, equipment and exercise strategies will also be examined. Patient motivational issues and the PTA role as a member of the healthcare team will also be incorporated.  Prerequisite:  Grade of 2.0 or better in previous PTA courses and concurrent enrollment in PTA 202, 212, 251, 254, 270, 272. (SFCC)
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