PT - 521 Physical Therapy Modalities

Credits: 3

This course teaches the biophysical, physiological and clinical principles associated with therapeutic massage, thermal, mechanical, electrical, and electromagnetic agents. The role of these modalities in tissue healing, pain management, management of inflammation, edema control, motion restrictions, and neuromuscular disturbances is addressed. Clinical decision making and evidence based practice related to the safe and effective application of these modalities is stressed.

Prerequisite: Successful progress in all prior DPT courses