Fall DPTE 522 Musculoskeletal I - Surface Anatomy

Description

The material presented in Musculoskeletal Block 1 will address orthopedic injuries and diseases of the upper and lower extremities. Learning experiences will include lectures, laboratory sessions, real and simulated patient cases, in addition to small group discussions that focus on clinically relevant examination and management techniques of persons throughout the lifespan. Upon completing this block, the student should be able to critically examine, communicate, and effectively document the information gathered during the initial examination, as well as, appropriately manage persons with orthopedic injuries and diseases. Weekly laboratory and seminar sessions will assist the student to understand the evidence supporting the concepts presented during the block and integrate these concepts into independent practice.