PTA 102 — Principles of PTA
This course is designed to introduce the student to the disorders most commonly seen in patient care. It includes detailed examination of the application and effects of various modalities and equipment, particularly the use of heat, cold, water and electricity in clinical practice. Students learn the use of equipment, including traction and intermittent compression pumps. They also learn the practical application of goniometric measurements, manual muscle testing and ambulation training. Students learn via laboratory work, practice sessions in class and observations in physical therapy clinics.