General Catalog 2022-2023

PHTH 1223 Pathology

Discussion of the pathophysiological process of diseases and dysfunctions commonly found in physical therapy practice in the geriatric and pediatric populations, and in those related to sports. Emphasis on the description of etiology, clinical manifestations and pattern of incapacity in pathological conditions related to the muscle-skeletal and neurological systems. Identification of the implications that diseases have for rehabilitation in physical therapy.

Credits

3

Prerequisite

PHTH 1000, 1010 , 1211

Corequisite

PHTH 1212, 1222