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Physical Therapy (PTH) (Doctoral Degree)  
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PTH 525 Clinical Measurement in Physical Therapy 1(0-2)
Theory and concepts central to credible clinical measurement procedures. Extensive laboratory practice of the most frequently used clinical measurement techniques. Prerequisites: admission to the Physical Therapy program.

PTH 615 Principles of Pharmacology 1(1-0)
Provides students with an introduction to the principles of pharmacology with an emphasis on understanding how drug therapy is utilized in rehabilitation. Prerequisites: admission to Physical Therapy Program.

PTH 617 Clinical Pathophysiology I 1(1-0)
Study of the body’s physiological responses to disease states with emphasis on the clinical management pertinent to physical therapy practice. Prerequisites: admission to the physical therapy program or permission of instructor.

PTH 618 Human Physical Development 2(2-0)
Examination of life stages and their relationship to patient conditions seen in physical therapy. The developmental foundations of therapeutic procedures are discussed. Prerequisites: admission to the Physical Therapy program.

PTH 619 Continuing Registration for Final Research Project 1(1-0)
A non-credit course intended for students who have completed all program credits but still need to use university resources to complete their degree requirements.

PTH 620 Clinical Management of Geriatric Patients 2(2-0)
Study of clinical management of geriatric patients. Physiological aspects of aging musculoskeletal, neurological, and cardiopulmonary systems are emphasized. Prerequisites: admission to the Physical Therapy program or permission of instructor.

PTH 621 Clinical Pediatrics 2(2-0)
Students will learn evaluation procedures and strategies for clinical management of the pediatrics patient. Prerequisites: PTH 618, admission to the Physical Therapy program; or permission of instructor.

PTH 622 Clinical Pathophysiology II 1(1-0)
Study of physiological responses to disease states associated with the musculoskeletal system. Emphasis is placed on the clinical management pertinent to physical therapy practice. Prerequisites: PTH 617, admission to the Physical Therapy program; or permission of instructor.

PTH 623 Clinical Pathophysiology III 1(1-0)
Study of physiological responses to disease states associated with the nervous system. Emphasis is placed on the clinical management pertinent to physical therapy practice. Prerequisites: PTH 622, admission to the Physical Therapy program; or permission of instructor.

PTH 624 Clinical Pathophysiology IV 1(1-0)
Study of physiological responses to cancer and to diseases of the endocrine, cardiovascular, and respiratory systems. Physical therapy clinical management is emphasized. Prerequisites: PTH 623, admission to the Physical Therapy program; or permission of instructor.

PTH 626 Neuroanatomy in Physical Therapy 3(3-0)
An introduction to functional neuroanatomy as it relates to physical therapy. Case studies are used to relate implications of neurological lesions with physical therapy intervention. Prerequisites: admission to the Physical Therapy program or permission of instructor.

PTH 633 Clinical Education I 3(1-4)
A mock clinic format is utilized to introduce the student to specific clinical situations and case studies. Problem-solving, interaction and technical skills analyzed. CR/NC only. Prerequisites: admission to the Physical Therapy program. Concurrent enrollment in PTH 646.

PTH 634 Clinical Education II 6(Spec)
This course provides one six-week full-time clinical experience for physical therapy students in physical therapy practice settings. Focus of experience is orthopedic disorders. CR/NC only. Prerequisites: PTH 633 and permission of instructor.

PTH 635 Examination and Diagnosis I 2(1-1)
Theory, concepts, and procedures central to examination and diagnosis of patients with dysfunctions or disabilities involving the musculoskeletal system, with laboratory practice in selected measures. Prerequisites: Admission to the Physical Therapy Program; Co-requisite: PTH 645.

PTH 636 Examination and Diagnosis II 2(1-1)
Theory, concepts, and procedures central to examination and diagnosis of patients with dysfunctions or disabilities involving the musculoskeletal system, with laboratory practice in selected measures. Prerequisites: PTH 635, Co-requisite: PTH 646.

PTH 645 Patient Care I 5(3-4)
An introduction to the skills and techniques needed in the care of patients. Problem-solving, communication, general patient care and safety will be emphasized. Prerequisites: admission to the Physical Therapy program.

PTH 646 Patient Care II 5(3-4)
Continuation of PTH 645. Orthopedic case studies, preventive care, emergency procedures, differential diagnosis and referral will be emphasized. Prerequisites: admission to Physical Therapy program, PTH 645, concurrent enrollment in PTH 633.

PTH 655 Teaching and Learning in Physical Therapy 2(2-0)
Theory and research on learning development and instruction as it relates to the role of physical therapists as teachers and learners in a variety of situations/settings. Prerequisites: admission to the Physical Therapy program or permission of instructor.

PTH 661 Manual Therapy I 1(0-2)
Lab demonstration/participation is used to study foundational manual therapy techniques used in physical therapy for the treatment of extremity dysfunctions and associated painful postures. Prerequisites: PTH 646; admission to the Physical Therapy program; or permission of instructor.

PTH 662 Manual Therapy II 2(0-4)
The study of manual techniques used in physical therapy for the treatment of spine dysfunction and associated painful posture. Prerequisites: PTH 661, admission to the Physical Therapy program; or permission of instructor.

PTH 663 Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation 2(2-0)
This course introduces the treatment techniques and procedures that are integral to proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation in treating neuromuscular or musculoskeletal problems. Prerequisites: PTH 745, admission to the Physical Therapy program; or permission of instructor.

PTH 665 Physical Therapy Seminar I 1(1-0)
The study of professional issues in physical therapy. Course will focus on health care delivery and practice issues. CR/NC only. Prerequisites: admission to the Physical Therapy program.

PTH 666 Physical Therapy Seminar II 1(1-0)
The study of professional issues in physical therapy. Course will focus on practice, political and demographic issues. CR/NC only. Prerequisites: admission to the Physical Therapy program.

PTH 670 Critical Analysis and Interpretation of Research 1(1-1)
Reading, discussion, analysis, and interpretation of research literature with application to physical therapy. Prerequisites: HSC 670, admission to the Physical Therapy program; or permission of instructor.

PTH 672 Clinical Anatomy and Kinesiology of Human Joints 4(3-3)
Anatomical and kinesiological overview of joints in the human body. Includes anatomy, histology of musculo-skeletal tissue, joint biomechanics, arthrokinematics, osteokinematics and study of human gait. Prerequisites: HSC 582 and admission to the Physical Therapy program.

PTH 690 Motor Learning in Neurorehabilitation 2(2-0)
Students will examine the current theory on motor learning and make applications to case studies in rehabilitation. Prerequisites: admission to the Physical Therapy program.

PTH 692 Clinical Biomechanics 2(1-2)
Addresses advanced topic areas in clinical biomechanics. Areas include special cases for gait, kinetic chain activities, and the mechanical bases of clinical practice.

PTH 695 Ethics in Physical Therapy 3(3-0)
The course introduces biomedical ethics principles to students in physical therapy education programs. Students are instructed in ethical theories and decision-making strategies.  Identical to PHL 590. Credit may not be earned in more than one of these courses.  Prerequisites: admission to the Physical Therapy program.

PTH 710 Principles of Clinical Management 3(3-0)
Study of Administrative and organizational activities needed in a physical therapy clinic. Personnel, quality assurance, reimbursement, and legal issues are examined. Prerequisites: admission to the Physical Therapy program.

PTH 732 Clinical Education III 4(1-4)
A mock clinic format is utilized to introduce students to specific clinical situations. Patient management skills for complex clinical case studies are emphasized. CR/NC only. Prerequisites: admission to the Physical Therapy program, PTH 634.

PTH 735 Examination and Diagnosis III 2(1-1)
Theory, concepts, and procedures central to examination and diagnosis in neurological physical therapy practice, with laboratory practice in the application of selected measures. Prerequisites: PTH 636; Co-requisite: PTH 745.

PTH 736 Examination and Diagnosis IV 2(1-1)
Theory, concepts, and procedures central to examination and diagnosis of patients with dysfunctions or disabilities involving selected multiple systems, with laboratory practice in selected measures. Prerequisites: PTH 735; Co-requisite: PTH 746.

PTH 745 Patient Care III 5(3-4)
Students are instructed in skills for the care of patients. Neurologic case studies, standardized testing, education and management issues are emphasized. Prerequisites: PTH 626, PTH 646; admission to the Physical Therapy program.

PTH 746 Patient Care IV 4(3-2)
Students are instructed in skills for the care of patients. Cardiopulmonary oncology, burn care, chronic pain and chronic conditions are emphasized. Prerequisites: admission to the Physical Therapy program, PTH 745 or permission of instructor.

PTH 765 Physical Therapy Seminars III 1(1-0)
The study of professional issues in physical therapy. Course will focus on social, business and government issues. CR/NC only. Prerequisites: admission to the Physical Therapy program.

PTH 766 Physical Therapy Seminars IV 1(1-0)
The study of professional issues in physical therapy. Course will focus on ethical, educational and practical issues. CR/NC only. Prerequisites: admission to the Physical Therapy program.

PTH 790 Clinical Research I 4(4-0)
First of two courses sequence to satisfy the doctoral project requirements for physical therapy program. Students complete either (a) a prospective research project or (b) clinical case report. CR/NC only. Prerequisites: admission to the Physical Therapy program.

PTH 791 Independent Study 1-3(Spec)
Students engage in independent study on a topic related to physical therapy. Students work with a faculty sponsor to outline the project requirements and complete the activities. Prerequisites: admission into the Graduate Program in Physical Therapy and a written proposal approved by the Physical Therapy Program Director.

PTH 792 Special Topics in Physical Therapy 1-9(Spec)
Exploration of current special topics in physical therapy examination and intervention. May be repeated to a maximum of 9 credits. Prerequisites: admission to Physical Therapy program or permission of instructor.

PTH 798 Thesis 1-6(Spec)
Students will define, plan and conduct research project. They are required to make written presentation and oral defense of thesis. Projects require approval of thesis committee.

PTH 825 Health Promotion in Physical Therapy Practice 2(2-0)
Overview of health promotion in physical therapy practice. Focus on health needs assessment, implementing health promotion interventions, and evaluating program effectiveness with individuals and groups. Prerequisites: admission to the Physical Therapy Program or permission of instructor.

PTH 832 Clinical Education IV 12(Spec)
This course consists of a full-time clinical internship. The student will have 16 weeks of clinical experience. Students will be affiliated with various clinical sites throughout Michigan and the U.S. CR/NC only. Prerequisites: admission to the Physical Therapy program, and permission of instructor. Concurrent enrollment for students selecting PTH 790.

PTH 850 Evidence Based Practice in Physical Therapy 2(2-0)
Principles of evidence based practice applied to the physical therapy profession. Students will learn to gather and evaluate evidence and incorporate it into clinical practice. Prerequisites: HSC 670, admission to the Physical Therapy Program.

PTH 860 Health Informatics for Physical Therapists 2(2-0)
Exploration and application of health informatics in support of patient care, teaching, research and health care administration applicable to physical therapy. Prerequisites: admission to the Physical Therapy Program or permission of instructor.

PTH 870 Rehabilitation Care Management 3(3-0)
Students develop skills for primary care management in rehabilitation services. Content areas include: Keep/referral decision making, patient advocacy, utilization of public health agencies, and cultural issues. Prerequisites: admission to the Physical Therapy Program.

PTH 890 Clinical Research II 4(4-0)
Second of two courses sequence to satisfy the doctoral project requirements for physical therapy program. Students complete (a) a prospective research project or (b) clinical case report. CR/NC only. Prerequisites: admission to the Physical Therapy program.

PTH 932 Clinical Education V 12(Spec)
This course consists of a 16 week full-time clinical internship. Students will be affiliated with various clinical sites throughout Michigan and the U.S. CR/NC only. Prerequisites: admission to the Physical Therapy program, PTH 832, and permission of the instructor. Concurrent enrollment in PTH 890.

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