PTR 632 - Integumentary, Prosthetics, Orthotics

This course covers integument, prosthetics and orthotics. It encompasses evaluation and intervention of the integumentary system, burns, pressure ulcers, arterial ulcers, venous ulcers, infections, and individuals with amputations. Knowledge of prosthetics and orthotics will be applied to a variety of client types, across the lifespan. Principles of normal biomechanics, patho-mechanics, physiology, and pathophysiology are used for evaluation and intervention with the patient with vascular, neuromuscular, and/or musculoskeletal compromises. Properties of various materials used in prosthetics and orthotics and the relationship to patient/client functions are explored.

Prerequisites & Notes
Pre-requisites: Requires successful completion of all prior coursework.

Credits: 4