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California State University-Sacramento Course Info
Sacramento, California
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PT 638
Health, Wellness and Ergonomics in Physical Therapy
This course presents basic philosophical, historical, psychological and scientific foundations in wellness; reviews cultural forces/theories that affect individuals and society; applies concepts of healthy lifestyle education to reach an understanding of the importance of wellness and to establish an effective and potentially fulfilling lifestyle. Ergonomic concepts as they apply to patient and self (to maintain and prevent future injuries, especially repetitive) will be covered as one preventative strategy.
Units: 2.0
Corequisites:
PT 636 - Geriatrics/Gerontology for Physical Therapists
and
PT 634 - Diagnostic Imaging for Physical Therapy
and
PT 632 - Pharmacology for Physical Therapists
Prerequisites:
PT 630 - Pathophysiology
and
PT 622 - Evidence Informed Practice II
and
PT 620 - Physical Therapy Interventions I
and
PT 618 - Foundations for Patient Management
and
PT 614 - Neuroscience for Physical Therapy
and
PT 608 - PT/Patient/Professional Interactions
and
PT 606 - Therapeutic Measurements and Techniques
and
PT 604 - Principles of Human Movement
and
PT 602 - Evidence Informed Practice I
and
BIO 633 - Human Gross Anatomy for Physical Therapists