Course: PT 712/L. Electrotherapeutics and Lab (2/1)
Prerequisite: Successful completion of all first-year coursework in the DPT Program. Corequisite: PT 712L. Clinical evidence for selection and application of electrotherapy and electrophysiologic assessment procedures commonly used in evaluation and treatment of neuromuscular and musculoskeletal disorders using physiologic and physical principles. Three major areas of electrotherapy, including pain, neuromuscular and wound management, will be covered through lectures and hands-on experiences. Electrophysiologic assessment, including diagnostic electromyography (EMG), nerve conduction study (NCS) and kinesiologic electromyography (KEMG), will be integrated. Covers research and methods in evaluation and management of wounds, including debridement, topical agents, dressings and use of physical modalities.