PTH 240 - Advanced Clinical Skills

Units: 3
When Offered: Fall
This course explores theory and application of advanced skills for specialized topics including prosthetics, orthotics, integumentary/wound care, dependent transfers, ergonomics, lymphedema, and aquatic therapy. Specific skills and equipment utilized in specialized areas will be presented and applied. The role of the physical therapist assistant within the progression of the physical therapy plan of care is addressed.
Prerequisite(s): PTH 130, 140, and 170