Schedule
Tue-Thu, 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM (10/20/2025 - 12/11/2025) Location: MAIN BRCHM 41
Fri, 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM (10/20/2025 - 12/11/2025) Location: MAIN BRCHM 41
Description
This course introduces the student to basic examination techniques that rely on visual perception, sensory input (touch, etc.) and manual assessment. Students learn to use anatomical surface landmarks as guideposts to structures “deep” to the skin. Students are also introduced to more complex patient assessment skills. Examples of basic assessment skills include surface palpation of landmarks, anthropometric measures, reflex and sensation testing, goniometry, manual muscle testing, vital signs, identification of the location of muscles, nerves, blood vessels, tendons, ligaments, etc., joint mobility testing, and deep tissue palpation. The course emphasizes instruction and practice of goniometry and manual muscle testing as two essential elements in the physical therapy examination of patients among all diagnostic groups. During the course, students are expected to demonstrate competency in the professional behaviors necessary for becoming an effective physical therapist.
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