The University of New Mexico
PT: Physical Therapy Catalog Description

  Three Year Fall Semester Average
Course Catalog Description Enrollment Section
Capacity
Credits
PT351 The physiology of the human body during exercise with emphasis on the cardiopulmonary and neuromuscular systems. Overview of selected pahtological conditions of these systems relevant to the practice of physical therapy. Prerequisite: BIOL 237 and BIOL 238. 4.00 5.00 12.00
PT503L Philosophy, process and techniques of patient examination and evaluation including patient interview, systems review, differential diagnosis, and neuromusculoskeletal assessment. The process of evaluation, leading to diagnosis, treatment planning and interventions is addressed. A regional approach is used via lecture and laboratory format. Prerequisites: 510, 521L.504L Orthopedics II (3)Continuation of Orthopedics I, addressing remaining regions of the body. Final practical examination verifies skills and competencies for both courses at a level adequate to proceed to clinical placements. Prerequisites: 503L, 541, 570L.
PT504L   15.67 20.00 47.00
PT505 This course addresses foundations for patient care that will be further developed in subsequent courses. Content includes principles of exercise physiology, documentation, professionalism, ethics, kinesiology, pathology, pharmacology, imaging, learning styles, mind/body, and therapeutic interventions. Restriction: must be admitted to DPT program.
PT506L Physiological effects and clinical applications of thermal and cryo agents, electrical currents and hydrotherapy. Electromyography, principles and techniques of spinal traction. Current and landmark literature as well as an in depth paper and presentation of pertinent material. Prerequisites: 503L, 521L, 530, 570L. 15.67 20.00 47.00
PT507L Philosophy, process and techniques of patient examination and evaluation, including patient interview, systems review, differential diagnosis and neuromusculoskeletal assessment. Therapeutic interventions, including modalities, orthotics, manual therapy, and therapeutic exercise will be addressed. Restriction: must be admitted to DPT program.
PT508L Continuation of Orthopedics I, addressing remaining regions of the body. Final practical examination verifies skills and competencies for both courses at a level adequate to proceed to clinical placements. Restriction: must be admitted to DPT program. 8.33 10.00 58.33
PT510 This course provides the student with an introduction to the profession of physical therapy. This broad introduction includes a variety of topics that the students are required to retain and integrate in future courses. Students are required to research/write and present a formal paper. The students teach these topics and also critique others presentation styles.
PT511 This course consists of one eight-week clinical internship. The student participates in examination, evaluation, formulation, and implementation of the plan of care, discharge and documentation for patients/clients in an outpatient orthopedic setting. Restriction: must be admitted to DPT program.
PT512 This course allows the student to integrate recent clinical experiences with didactic knowledge and to foster inquiry and problem-solving in relation to patient cases. It will be conducted primarily in a small group discussion format. Restriction: must be admitted to DPT program. 8.33 10.00 8.33
PT521L Intensive study of the gross anatomy of the musculoskeletal, circulatory, respiratory, digestive, reproductive and nervous systems. Integration of anatomical information provided in dissection and palpation laboratory. Restriction: must be admitted to DPT Program.
PT522L (Also offered as OCTH 522L.) Anatomy of the brain and spinal cord with emphasis on integration of sensory and motor systems. Synthesis of neuroanatomical, neurochemical and neurophysiological basic science principles relevant to clinical practice in adult and pediatric neurorehabilitation. Prerequisite: 521L. 15.67 40.00 47.00
PT534 (Also offered as OCTH 534) Introduction to applied research for physical and occupational therapists. The central focus on this course is how information from physical and social science-based research is gathered, analyzed, reported and use to inform evidence-based practice. {Fall} 8.33 10.00 25.00
PT541 Pathophysiology and clinical presentation of common disease processes most likely to have manifestations requiring occupational and physical therapy. Included are trauma, shock, HIV, infectious disease, neoplastic, cardiac, pulmonary, musculoskeletal, vascular, renal, immunological, hematological and metabolic disorders. Prerequisite: 521L.
PT542 Survey of orthopaedic conditions, pathophysiology, surgical indications and procedures and implications for rehabilitation. Format is guest lecture by orthopaedic surgeons. Students are expected to integrate current literature into clinical information presented by guest speakers. Prerequisites: 521L, 541, 570L. 15.67 20.00 31.33
PT550L The evaluation and management of patients using orthotic and/or prosthetic devices, as well as, patients with cardiac and pulmonary diagnoses is addressed. This course utilizes laboratory, lecture, problem-based learning and clinical cases. Prerequisites: 503L, 521L, 541, 551L, 570L. 15.67 20.00 47.00
PT551L Principles and application of exercise physiology as it relates to the various systems of the body. Emphasis on designing specialized exercise programs for effective patient care. Course content is covered in a lab and lecture format including problem based clinical case studies. An understanding of current and landmark literature is also required. Prerequisite: 521L.
PT570L The introductory section will cover principles of biomechanics, arthrology, tissue mechanics and principles of measurement. Students will then be required to integrate these principles with functional anatomy to study detailed human movement by region of the body, as well as, posture and normal gait. Prerequisite: 521L.
PT571L This course includes advanced clinical communication skills, documentation, clinical Spanish, introduction to related medical disciplines and a problem-based unit on pathology. Prerequisites: 510, 521L.
PT572L Supervised clinical experience in affiliated facilities with emphasis on integration of first year course work within a clinical setting, focusing on orthopedic evaluation and basic treatment. Students spend three full weeks/120 hours in clinic. Prerequisites: 503L, 571L. Offered on a CR/NC basis only. 15.67 20.00 31.33
PT580 This provides students with knowledge and practical experience in the therapeutic area of prosthetics. Pathology and etiology of amputation as well as medical and therapeutic intervention for the amputee are included. Restriction: must be admitted to DPT program. 8.33 10.00 25.00
PT599 Supervised program of independent study of a selected topic. The course provides a research experience to foster in the student the ability to use outside sources to answer relevant questions and become an effective problem solver. Prerequisites: 534, 631. 0.00 60.00 0.00
PT600 Age associated changes in body systems with an emphasis on neuromusculoskeletal will be discussed. Additionally, current health care states, community service and future needs for the geriatric population will be explored. Prerequisites: 521L, 522L, 550L, 570L.
PT601L The neurophysiological and developmental approaches for evaluation and treatment of patients with neuromusculoskeletal dysfunction. Review of the literature, comparison of national guidelines with recommended treatments, and analysis of current available interventions is expected. Prerequisites: 503L, 504L, 506L, 522L, 551L, 550L, 570L.
PT602L The course continues with principles of evaluation and treatment of specific patient populations. Included are: physical therapy procedures related to burn rehabilitation, spinal cord injury and women s health issues. The students will critique the literature to be able to determine appropriate interventions. Prerequisites: 504L, 522L, 542, 551L, 601L, 641. 22.67 30.00 68.00
PT605 The purpose of this course is to provide a framework in the areas of psychology, cultural competence, and neuroscience to prepare the students for the future second and third year curriculum. Restriction: must be admitted to DPT program.
PT609 This course will provide the basic science background of current concepts in CNS neurochemical anatomy, pain and pain management, neuroplasticity, neurodegeneration and neuroregeneration. Restriction: must be admitted to DPT program.
PT610 This course is designed to enable students to practice in an acute/critical care setting. Topics include cardiopulmonary rehabilitation and general acute care, including ICU equipment, lab values, pharmacology, evaluation, treatment and discarge planning. Restriction: must be accepted to DPT program.
PT611 This course consists of one eight-week clinical internship. The student participates in examination, evaluation, formulation and implementation of the plan of care, discharge and documentation for patients/clients in an acute care setting. Restriction: must be accepted to DPT program.
PT612 This course allows the student to integrate recent clinical experiences with didactic knowledge and to foster inquiry and problem-solving in relation to patient cases. It will be conducted primarily in a small group discussion format. Restriction: must be accepted to DPT program.
PT620 This course addresses 1) recognition of basic types of medical imaging including radiographs, MRI, CT, US, and bone scan and 2) choosing th eappropriate imaging for a variety of pathologies common to PT practice. Restriction: must be admitted to DPT program.
PT622 The purpose of this course is to develop the student's awareness of psychosocial and cultural issues of the health professional and the patient, necessary to provide optimal care to patients. Restriction: admission to DPT program. 22.67 30.00 45.33
PT624 The course emphasizes the topic of culture, including the disabled culture, and cultural competence. Also included are smaller sections combining prior topics such as cultural issues and death and dying. Restriction: must be accepted to DPT program.
PT630 Basic science background will provide the basis to understand the actions and side effects of specific medications that affect the CNS, musle or endocrine systems, and how these may influence rehabilitation treatment strategies. Restriction: must be accepted to DPT program.
PT631 Course is a continuation of PT 534 with further information on research design. The focus is on development of a thesis proposal. Prerequisite: 534. 23.00 30.00 46.00
PT641 This course provides a survey of the medical science of neurology through weekly lectures. In addition, during the seminar sessions for the physical therapy students (3 credit option), the students present case studies of patients with specific neurological problems and discuss goals and possible treatment techniques. Prerequisite: 522L.
PT662L Application of current models of physical therapy management, including assessment and intervention, for children with various neuromuscular or musculoskeletal conditions during infancy, childhood and adolescence. Restriction: must be admitted to DPT program. 22.33 48.00 89.33
PT671L Two full weeks of supervised clinical experience in affiliated facilities with emphasis on integration of senior year course work. Weekly problem-based learning seminars supplemented by lecture and laboratories focus on initial orthopedic patient management. Prerequisites: 571L, 572L.
PT672L Four weeks of supervised clinical experience pertaining to pediatric, acute care and neurological diagnoses, with increased responsibility for evaluation, treatment planning and patient care. Problem-based learning seminars emphasize issues in treatment progression and discharge planning. Prerequisites: 571L and 572L and 671L. 22.33 30.00 89.33
PT675L Supervised clinical experience consisting of three eight-week full-time placements in various clinical settings. Increased responsibility in all areas of patient care, with progression to independence as an entry-level practitioner by the end of each placement. Prerequisites: 571L, 572L, 671L, 672L. Offered on a CR/NC basis only. 20.00 30.00 240.00
PT680 This course will prepare students to practice in an increasingly complex health care delivery system. Emphasis includes personnel supervision, practice regulatory and legal requirement issues, reimbursement, litigation, and ethics related to service delivery. Restriction: Must be accepted to DPT program.
PT690 Supervised independent study addressing a question or topic of relevance to physical therapy. May include, but not be limited to, working with current faculty research, researching and addressing a question relative to evidence-based practice, completing an extensive case review or clinical outcome study. Prerequisites: 534, 631. Offered on a CR/NC basis only. 41.67 60.00 42.00
PT695 Content varies, students may be registered for several sections concurrently. Registration by approval of the Physical Therapy Program director. (Offered upon demand).
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"PT: Physical Therapy "Three Fall Subject Average - Enroll: 306.00 Capacity: 503.00 Credits: 999.33'