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Department of Physical Therapy
COURSES
- Physical Therapy (PHTH)
- Physical Therapy (PHTH) --- Graduate Courses
- Physical Therapy (PHTH) -- Campus Joint Doctoral
- Physical Therapy (PT) --- Joint Doctoral
- Physical Therapy (PHTH) --- Doctoral
- Physical Therapy (PHTH) --- In-Service Courses
Note: Substantive changes have been proposed for Physical Therapy programs. The B.S. in Physical Therapy has not been available since fall 1997.
Physical Therapy (PHTH)
PHTH 102. Rehabilitation Professions
(3 units)
(Same as COUN 102.) Overview of various rehabilitation professions,
the development of an interdisciplinary rehabilitation service, and principles
and philosophies of rehabilitation. Responsibilities, educational requirements,
practice parameters, and job locations of rehabilitation professionals.
Taught in the classroom in the fall semester and online in the spring semester.
FS
PHTH 105. Medical Terminology for Health
Professionals (3 units)
Study of word parts, definitions, spelling, analysis, synthesis, and
use of medical vocabulary. This course is taught in classroom sections or
may be taken entirely online. FS
PHTH 106. Patient Practitioner Interaction
(3 units)
Prerequisites: PSYCH 169 with a grade of C or better. Patient-practitioner
interaction in health care, with an emphasis on the development of effective
patient/therapist communication skills for a variety of healthcare situations,
including patient education. FS
PHTH 107. Health Care Issues (3 units)
Analysis of the health care system and its influence on access to and
delivery of health care services. Special focus on needs and mechanisms
for integrated service delivery for prevention and care of acute and chronic
illnesses and disabilities. FS
PHTH 119. Anatomy of the Appendicular
Skeleton (3 units)
Prerequisite: BIOL 64 with a grade of C or better. An in-depth study
of the structure and function of the musculoskeletal system. Includes cadavers
and prosected material. (2 lecture, 3 lab hours) (Instructional materials
fee, $35) FS
PHTH 125. Anatomy of the Axial Skeleton (4
units)
Prerequisite: BIOL 64 with a grade of C or better. Study of the structure,
function and biomechanics of the neuro-musculoskeletal systems. Includes
dissection lab and prosected material. (3 lecture, 3 dissection lab hours)
(Instructional materials fee, $35) FS
PHTH 126. Applied Pathophysiology (3 units)
Prerequisite: BIOL 65 with a grade of C or better. Advanced study of
physiology of body systems and responses to normal aging, environmental
influences, and pathological dysfunction. F
PHTH 127. Neuromuscular Processes in Human
Development and Aging (3 units)
The study of human development from birth to senescence with focus on
concepts of motor and neurological development processes integral to evaluation
and treatment intervention in neurological disability. FS
PHTH 180T. Topics in Physical Therapy (1-3;
max total 12 units if no topic repeated)
Prerequisite: permission of instructor. Advanced techniques in physical
therapy and new trends relating to the care of patients. FS
PHTH 190. Independent Study (1-3; max total
6 units)
See Academic Placement -- Independent
Study. Approved for RP grading. FS
GRADUATE COURSES
Physical Therapy (PHTH)
PHTH 218. Orthopedic Management in Physical
Therapy II (4 units)
Prerequisite: PHTH 218. Analysis of musculoskeletal disabilities with emphasis
on physical assessment, methods of therapeutic intervention, clinical decision
making and program planning. Selected lectures by medical practitioners
on medical-surgical management of orthopedic conditions. Focus of course
dysfunction involving the spine and pelvic girdle.
PHTH 219. Advanced Therapeutic Technology
(3 units)
Study of work station and ergonomic analysis as related to posture and gait.
The theory and application of prosthetic and orthotic devices as applied
to standing, sitting, and walking.
PHTH 226. Electrophysiologic Approaches to
Patient Care (3 units)
Prerequisites: PHTH 126; BIOL 166. Exploration of advanced theories
and principles related to the clinical use of electrophysiologic modalities.
Includes electroneuromuscular stimulation for motor performance, nerve function,
pain management and tissue repair. (2 lecture, 3 lab hours)
PHTH 229. Management of Neurological Disorders
in Physical Therapy II (3 units)
Advanced evaluation and treatment approaches to neurological disabilities
in adults with emphasis on therapeutic intervention, program planning, and
outcome measurements for the patient with neurological problems such as
spinal cord injury, multiple sclerosis, and traumatic head injury.
PHTH 237. Physical Therapy Management
in Pediatrics (3 units)
Prerequisites: PHTH 207, 208. Advanced study of diagnosis and physical therapy
problems found in pediatrics. Evaluation and intervention principles are
used to discuss and explore clinical manifestations associated with diseases
and functional impairments. Emphasis will be placed on therapeutic intervention
and program planning.
PHTH 238. Physical Therapy Management
in Geriatrics (2 units)
A synthesis of biology of aging with common orthopedic and neurological
problems special to the older patient. This course emphasizes analysis of
clinical problems and issues facing the physical therapist in utilizing
functional testing and community resources with the elderly.
PHTH 255. Clinical Learning II (2 units)
Prerequisite: PHTH 254; satisfactory completion of academic courses to date.
Using an experimental model for clinical decision analysis, this class requires
the student to consider the appropriateness of various evaluation and treatment
techniques by evaluating and treating clients enrolled in "Fall Prevention
and Balance Disorder" class.
PHTH 257. Clinical Experience II (6 units)
Prerequisite: PHTH 256. This externship provides guidance to the student
in applying academic knowledge in a clinical setting. Students will have
the opportunity to complete a comprehensive examination, evaluation and
treatment intervention, and implement complex decision making analysis in
physical therapy patient management. Approved for RP grading and CR/NC grading
only.
PHTH 258. Clinical Learning III (2 units)
Prerequisite: PHTH 256; successful completion of the first year of the
Master of Physical Therapy Program. Application of evidence-based practice
principles in physical therapy. Integration of diagnostic findings, patient
history and resource constraints to establish a physical therapy plan of
care. Emphasis on appropriate communication and case management.
PHTH 259. Case-Based Learning (2 units)
Prerequisite: PHTH 256, 258; successful completion of the first year
of the Master of Physical Therapy Program. Integration of diagnostic findings,
patient history, and resource constraints to establish a physical therapy
plan of care. Emphasis on management of patients with multi-system involvement
and justification of service delivery in regard to outcomes and resource
limitations.
PHTH 260. Administration of Physical Therapy
Services (2 units)
Prerequisite: PHTH 206. Application of administration and organization of
a physical therapy service, including supervision issues, fiscal considerations,
marketing and public relations, outcomes management, utilization and quality
management.
PHTH 261. Pharmacology for Physical Therapists
(2 units)
Students develop skills required of the physical therapist, including
understanding and using radiological diagnosis and diagnostic imaging procedures.
Students also learn the important elements of pharmacological mechanisms
and drug interactions that are essential for physical therapy practice.
PHTH 275. Postgraduate Clinical Internship
(12)
Prerequisite: PHTH 259. Final experience for majors. The internship
is 18 weeks of clinical experience at selected facilities throughout the
state. Certification of internship completion is required before the graduate
is eligible to take the state examination for licensure. CR/NC grading only.
PHTH 298. Doctoral Project (3 units)*
Prerequisite: advancement to candidacy for MPT degree. See Criteria for Thesis and Project. Requires
completion of a project appropriate to the profession of physical therapy
that demonstrates critical inquiry, independent thinking, and rationale.
Requires an abstract, written manuscript, and oral defense. Limited enrollment.
Student must have department's approval. Approved for RP grading. (Formerly
PHTH 292A-B)
PHTH 298A. Mentored Clinical Research
Clerkship I (4 units)
Prerequisite: admission into DPT program. Provides supervised time for students
to complete a clinical research project. Project could be one started in
the M.S. program, a new question, or data analysis and preparation of a
manuscript. Approved for RP grading.
PHTH 298B. Mentored Clinical Research
Clerkship II (2 units)
Prerequisite: admission into DPT program; completion of PHTH 298A. Culmination
of the mentored clinical research experience. Students must have completed
PHTH 298A with a B or better.
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* For 298C courses, see Graduate Studies.
CAMPUS JOINT DOCTORAL GRADUATE COURSES
Physical Therapy (PHTH)
PHTH 239 Physical Diagnosis (3 units)
Prerequisite: admission into joint DPT program. Functional profiles
of clients integrating all parts of patient/client management-examination,
evaluation, diagnosis, prognosis, and intervention -- in a manner to maximize
patient outcome.
PHTH 280. Mentored Clinical Clerkship
(6 units)
Prerequisite: admission into joint DPT program. In a community or university
setting, students see patients and supervise support staff with experienced
clinicians, providing mentoring and consultation in terms of case reviews,
physical therapy techniques, team practice, and review of specialty. CR/NC
grading only.
PHTH 293. Professional Colloqium I (1
unit)
Prerequisite: admission into joint DPT program. Taken each quarter/semester
the DPT student is enrolled in the program. Covers important topics relative
to professional practice and current practice issues.
PHTH 294. Professional Colloqium II (1
unit)
Prerequisites: admission into joint DPT program; completion of PHTH
293. Taken each quarter/semester the DPT student is enrolled in the program.
Covers important topics relative to professional practice and current practice
issues.
PHTH 295. Case Reports I (2 units)
Prerequisite: admission into joint DPT program. During the first of
a two-course sequence, students develop case reporting skills. Each student
is responsible for presenting a unique case study that includes a review
of the literature on diagnosis and treatment of the case.
PHTH 296. Case Reports II (3 units)
Prerequisites: admission into joint DPT program; completion of PHTH
295. During the second of a two-course sequence, the student develops case(s)
on an issue that is relevant to physical therapy in a manuscript format
acceptable for publication.
PHTH 297. Evidence-Based Practice II (3
units)
Prerequisites: admission into joint DPT program; completion of PT 209
(UCSF). Students learn the principles of evidence-based practice. Requires
each student to critique current literature and journals relevant to physical
therapy with an expectation to enter articles into a physical therapy database.
(2 semester units)
JOINT DOCTORAL GRADUATE COURSES
Physical Therapy (PT)
PT 209. Evidence Based Practice I (3 units)
First of a two-part course series. Students learn the principles of evidence-based
practice. Requires each student to critique current literature and journals
that are relevant to physical therapy with an expectation to enter articles
into a physical therapy database.
PT 212. Muscle and Nerve Biology (2 units)
Covers biology of muscle and nerve, including the effects of exercise, modalities,
drugs, and manual techniques on repair and regeneration. (3 quarter units
UCSF/ 2 semester units Fresno State) (Winter Session UCSF only)
PT 213. Movement Science (2 units)
Students must take this course at UCSF. Covers broad topics on the biomechanics
of movement and motor control in normal and pathological conditions. (3
quarter units UCSF/ 2 semester units Fresno State) (Fall semester at UCSF)
PT 400. Grand Rounds (2 units)
The student will attend and participate in weekly grand rounds or seminars
in an area appropriate to their specialization but outside physical therapy
(e.g. neurology, orthopedic surgery, pediatrics, medicine, neuroscience,
cancer, pain). (3 qtr units UCSF/ 2 semester units Fresno State) Note: Fresno
State students will enroll at UCSF each quarter for PT 400 but will complete
this course in Fresno at various health care facilities.
DOCTORAL GRADUATE COURSES
Physical Therapy (PHTH)
PHTH 506. Motor Development through the
Lifespan (2 units)
Covers human motor development, integrating physiological, psychological,
sociological, and spiritual domains while emphasizing the interaction between
the systems. PHTH 506 prepares students for PHTH 537.
PHTH 507. Foundations of Patient Assessment
and Clinical Management in Physical Therapy I (4 units)
Selected theory and clinical application of essential evaluation, treatment
procedures, and interventions used in physical therapy practice, including
examination procedures, physical agents, massage, therapeutic exercise,
and transfer and mobility training. (Formerly PHTH 207)
PHTH 508. Foundations of Patient Assessment
and Clinical Management in Physical Therapy II (4 units)
Selected theory and clinical application of essential evaluation, treatment
procedures, and interventions used in physical therapy practice, including
examination procedures, physical agents, massage, therapeutic exercise,
and transfer and mobility training. (Formerly PHTH 208)
PHTH 509. Clinical Pathokinesiology (3 units)
Focuses on management of musculoskeletal impairments involving complex
multisystems in persons across the life span. Emphasis is on developing
clinical reasoning, critical thinking, and decision-making applied to various
patient populations with impairments and functional limitations. (Formerly
PHTH 209)
PHTH 510. Anatomy of the Appendicular
Skeleton (3 units)
Advanced study of the structure and function of the human body as a basis
for understanding normal extremity human movement. Emphasizes the extremities
of the human body. (Instructional materials fee, $35) (Formerly PHTH 210)
PHTH 511. Anatomy of the Axial Skeleton
(3 units)
Advanced study of the structure and function of the human body as a basis
for understanding normal human movement. Emphasizes the trunk and spine.
(Instructional materials fee, $35) (Formerly PHTH 211)
PHTH 512. Applied Pathophysiology for
Physical Therapists (3 units)
Advanced study of physiology of body systems and the responses to normal
aging, environmental influences, and pathological dysfunction. Includes
cardiovascular, pulmonary, endocrine, neurological, musculoskeletal, and
integumentary systems. (Formerly PHTH 212)
PHTH 517. Orthopedic Management in Physical
Therapy I (4 units)
Analysis of musculoskeletal disabilities with emphasis on physical assessment,
methods of therapeutic intervention, clinical decision making and program
planning. Selected lectures by medical practitioners on medical-surgical
management of orthopedic conditions. Focus is on dysfunction involving the
extremities. (Formerly PHTH 217)
PHTH 518. Orthopedic Management in Physical
Therapy II (4 units)
Analysis of musculoskeletal disabilities with emphasis on physical assessment,
methods of therapeutic intervention, clinical decision making and program
planning. Focus is on dysfunction involving the spine and pelvic girdle.
(Formerly PHTH 218)
PHTH 526. Electrophysiologic Approaches
to Patient Care (3 units)
Exploration of advanced theories and principles related to the clinical
use of electrophysiologic modalities. Includes electroneuromuscular stimulation
for motor performance, nerve function, pain management and tissue repair.
(Formerly PHTH 226)
PHTH 527. Applied Neurosciences in Physical
Therapy (4 units)
Advanced study of normal structure and function of the peripheral and central
nervous system as a basis for understanding the clinical manifestations
seen in neurological disorders. Prepares students for evaluating and treating
patients with neurological disorders. (Formerly PHTH 227)
PHTH 528. Management of Neurological Disorders
in Physical Therapy I (3 units)
Advanced evaluation and treatment approaches to neurological disabilities
in adults with emphasis on therapeutic intervention, program planning, and
outcome measurements for the patient with neurological problems such as
balance disorders, stroke, and Parkinson's disease. (Formerly PHTH 228)
PHTH 529. Management of Neurological Disorders
in Physical Therapy II (3 units)
Advanced evaluation and treatment approaches to neurological disabilities
in adults with emphasis on therapeutic intervention, program planning, and
outcome measurements for the patient with neurological problems such as
spinal cord injury, multiple sclerosis, and traumatic head injury. (Formerly
PHTH 229)
PHTH 533. Functional Kinesiology for Physical
Therapists (2 units)
Presents basic principles, theories, and applications of biomechanics. Discussion
of kinesiology and pathokinesiology of the extremities, thorax, vertebra
column, and temporomandubular joint. (Formerly PHTH 233)
PHTH 534. Gait and Movement (3 units)
Presents a study of normal and abnormal gait, the principles of ergonomics,
biomechanics of posture, and functional capacity evaluations. (Formerly
PHTH 234)
PHTH 535. Exercise Physiology for Physical
Therapists (3 units)
Provides theoretical basis for understanding the body's physiological responses
to exercise. Investigates how the support systems of the body (respiratory,
cardiovascular, neuromuscular, metabolic, and hormonal) function in cooperation
with human energy production to ensure that energy is provided for exercise.
(Formerly PHTH 235)
PHTH 536. Physical Therapy Management
of Body Systems (3 units)
Evaluation and therapeutic intervention in the clinical management of normal
and pathological conditions of the cardiovascular, pulmonary, endocrine,
and integumentary systems. A focus on the development of advanced knowledge
and skills in patient evaluation, program planning, and treatment procedures.
(Formerly PHTH 236)
PHTH 537. Physical Therapy Management in
Pediatrics (3 units)
Advanced study of diagnosis and physical therapy problems found in pediatrics.
Evaluation and intervention principles are used to discuss and explore clinical
manifestations associated with diseases and functional impairments. Emphasis
will be placed on therapeutic intervention and program planning. (Formerly
PHTH 237)
PHTH 538. Physical Therapy Management in
Geriatrics (2 units)
A synthesis of biology of aging with common orthopedic and neurological
problems special to the older patient. This course emphasizes analysis of
clinical problems and issues facing the physical therapist in utilizing
functional testing and community resources with the elderly. (Formerly PHTH
238)
PHTH 539. Physical Diagnosis (3 units)
Presents functional profiles of clients integrating all parts of patient/client
management-examination, evaluation, diagnosis, prognosis, and intervention
-- in a manner to maximize patient outcome. (Formerly PHTH 239)
PHTH 554. Clinical Learning I (2 units)
Uses an experiential model for clinical decisions and reflection. Requires
students to consider appropriate tests, assessments, and interventions by
examining and providing treatments for clients through participation in
the Department and Health Center sponsored Musculoskeletal Care Clinic (MSC).
(Formerly PHTH 254)
PHTH 555. Clinical Learning II (2 units)
Uses Gait, Balance, and Mobility Clinic as an experiential model for clinical
decision analysis. With faculty supervision, students are responsible for
evaluation and treatment of clients. Students communicate their assessment
findings and intervention through documentation. (Formerly PHTH 255)
PHTH 556. Clinical Learning III (2 units)
Designed as a continuation from PHTH 254, this course is designed to
progress the development of student clinical competencies needed in the
outpatient orthopedic setting. (Formerly PHTH 258)
PHTH 557. Clinical Experience I (4 units)
This nine-week externship during summer allows the student to apply
academic knowledge in a clinical setting. Comprehensive examination, evaluation,
and intervention are used to manage the physical therapy patient. CR/NC
grading only. (Professional Liability Insurance fee, $8) (Formerly PHTH
256)
PHTH 558. Clinical Experience II (6 units)
This 12-week externship during summer allows the student to apply academic
knowledge related to examination, evaluation, and intervention in managing
the physical therapy patient. CR/NC grading only. (Professional Liability
Insurance fee, $8) (Formerly PHTH 257)
PHTH 559. Clinical Experience III (4 units)
This final nine-week externship during the spring semester allows the student
to apply academic knowledge in a clinical setting. Upon completion of the
course, the student must demonstrate mastery of physical therapy skills
considered appropriate for entry-level practice. CR/NC grading only. (Professional
Liability Insurance fee, $8) (Formerly PHTH 280)
PHTH 560. Administration of Physical Therapy
Services (2 units)
Application of administration and organization of a physical therapy service,
including supervision issues, fiscal considerations, marketing and public
relations, outcomes management, utilization and quality management. (Formerly
PHTH 260)
PHTH 561. Pharmacology for Physical Therapists
(2 units)
Students develop skills required for the physical therapist to understand
and utilize important elements of pharmacological mechanisms and drug interactions
that are essential for clinical decision-making in physical therapy practice.
(Formerly PHTH 261)
PHTH 563. Radiology for Physical Therapists
(2 units)
Students develop skills required for the physical therapist to understand
and utilize radiological diagnosis and diagnostic imaging procedures as
needed for clinical decision making in physical therapy practice. (Formerly
PHTH 263)
PHTH 564. Prosthetics (1 unit)
Provides the student with didactic knowledge and clinical skills necessary
to successfully provide physical therapy evaluation and management of the
patient following extremity amputation, with an emphasis on lower extremity.
(Formerly PHTH 264)
PHTH 565S. Community Outreach and Wellness
(1)
Service-learning course that presents essential concepts related to the
roles of physical therapists in prevention and in the promotion of health,
wellness, and fitness. Includes application of concepts through service
learning in selected community agencies. (Formerly PHTH 265)
PHTH 591. Research Methods (3 units)
Study and application of research design and critical research reading
skills. The student gains important insights into the research process and
becomes a discriminating consumer of published research. (Formerly PHTH
291)
PHTH 592. Clinical Teaching and Mentoring
(1 unit)
Prepares students to integrate their role as educators in many areas of
practice, including patient education, clinical instruction, and mentoring
as a community/public educator using educational theory that affects learning.
PHTH 593. Professional Colloquium I (2
units)
Addresses professional behavior standards in relation to patient care
interactions and relationships with colleagues and community, including
documentation and professional service learning. (Formerly PHTH 293)
PHTH 594. Professional Colloquium II (2
units)
Presents topics relative to global healthcare deliver models focusing
on the healthcare system in the United States. Reviews community health
services, prevention, health policy, reimbursement, and referral and legal
issues related to profession. (Formerly PHTH 294)
PHTH 595. Case-Based Learning (2 units)
Seminar course with case-based problem-solving and clinical decision-making
discussions in a Grand Round format. (Formerly PHTH 259)
PHTH 596. Case Reports (3 units)
Involves development of case reporting skills, with a presentation of
unique case study that includes a review of the literature on diagnosis
and treatment of the case. Approved for RP grading. (Formerly PHTH 296)
PHTH 597. Evidence-Based Practice in Physical
Therapy (3 units)
Prepares students to apply the principles of evidence-based practice
to clinical decision making. (Formerly PHTH 297)
PHTH 598. Doctoral Project (3 units)*
Doctoral project appropriate to the profession of physical therapy that
demonstrates critical inquiry, independent thinking, and rationale. An abstract,
written manuscript and oral defense are required. CR/NC grading only. (Formerly
298)
IN-SERVICE COURSE
(See Catalog Numbering System.)
Physical Therapy (PHTH)
PHTH 302T. Topics in Physical Therapy (1-6 units; repeatable with different
topics)
Selected topics in physical therapy for practicing clinicians in the
health fields.
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