PHTH 657 Clinical Medicine: Musculoskeletal

In this course, students examine the clinical relevance of musculoskeletal diseases and disorders commonly seen in physical therapy in patients/clients across the life span. Students receive an introduction to related musculoskeletal topics, such as diversity, psychosocial implications, diagnostic imaging, pharmacology, and nutrition. The multi-faceted variables that influence growth, development and recovery associated with the patient/client with musculoskeletal dysfunction are presented.