PTA 1224 - Biophysical Agents

4 Credits

This course is an introduction to the theory and practical application of hydrotherapy, thermotherapy, cryotherapy, light therapy, mechanotherapy, and massage. Emphasis will be placed on the technique of application, indications, contraindications, and precautions concerned with the modalities.

Prerequisite: Successful completion of all courses in prior semester(s) of the PTA curriculum
Corequisite: None
Prerequisite/Corequisite: None

8 Hours Lecture
16 Hours Lab
Note: 16 hours lab for 4 weeks during the summer term.