Therapeutic Exercise Syllabus for 2016-2017
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Course

PTHA-2409-001 Therapeutic Exercise

Prerequisites

Corequisite: PTHA 1413, PTHA 2301 and BIOL 2402

Course Description

Concepts, principles and application of techniques related to therapeutic exercise and functional training.

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Hours

(4 sem hrs; 3 lec, 4 lab)

Class Type

On Campus Course

Syllabus Information

Textbooks

REQUIRED TEXTS:        

 Therapeutic Exercise: Foundations and Techniques by Kisner & Colby, 6^th edition

Supplies

ADDITIONAL SUPPLIES:

Security device for student locker(some type of lock).

 

Student Performance

COURSE OBJECTIVES:

 

1. Recognize the different types of therapeutic exercise and the physiological effects of each on the human body.
2. Compare the physiological effects and principles of isometric, isotonic, concentric, eccentric, and progressive resistive strengthening exercises.
3. Recognize the parameters, principles, indications, and contraindications for the following:

• Passive, active, and active assistive range of motion
• Strengthening exercises
• Stretching exercises
• Balance exercises
• Coordination exercises
• Aerobic conditioning and endurance training
• Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation

4. Demonstrate the ability to competently perform PROM for the extremities.
5. Demonstrate the ability to competently perform strengthening and stretching exercises for the trunk and extremities.
6. Demonstrate the ability to perform common balance and coordination exercises.
7. Compare the effects of aerobic and anaerobic exercise on the cardiovascular, musculoskeletal, and respiratory systems.
8. Identify the components of normal and abnormal posture.
9. Recognize the components of normal and abnormal alignment of the trunk and extremities at rest and during activities.
10. Demonstrate the ability to perform a postural assessment competently.
11. Describe common therapeutic exercises utilized to improve posture.
12. Recognize normal and abnormal vital sign changes during exercise.
13. Demonstrate the ability to assess vital signs, rate of perceived exertion, thoracoabdominal movements, and respiratory patterns during exercise.
14. Recognize and monitor responses to positional changes and activities during exercise.
15. Recognize activities that aggravate or relieve edema, pain, dyspnea, or other symptoms (ventilation, respiration, and circulation examination).
16. Describe the safe progression of patients involved in balance activities.
17. Differentiate between normal and abnormal joint movement.
18. Recognize the parameters, indications, and contraindications for peripheral joint mobilization.
19. Demonstrate the ability to competently perform Grade I-II peripheral joint mobilization.
20. Differentiate the indications and effects of open and closed chain exercises.
21. Identify adverse reactions to exercise, including modification of the treatment session from within the physical therapist’s plan of care.
22. Demonstrate the ability to modify interventions from within the plan of care established by the physical therapist in response to patient indications and to report this information to the supervising physical therapist.
23. Recognize when an intervention should not be performed due to changes in the patient’s status.
24. Recognize when the direction to perform an intervention is beyond that which is appropriate for a physical therapist assistant.
25. After being given the plan of care, design an appropriate home exercise program.
26. List alternatives to treatment interventions that fall within the plan of care established by the PT.
27. Compose a home exercise program from within the physical therapist’s plan of care, utilizing appropriate evidence-based resources to support the inclusion of certain interventions.
28. Demonstrate the ability to educate a mock patient in a home exercise program.
29. Demonstrate appropriate teaching strategies to enhance exercise compliance in a role play situation.
30. Accurately compose a SOAP note documenting a treatment session utilizing therapeutic exercise.

Students Rights and Responsibilities

Student Rights and Responsibilities

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Expected Student Behavior

ACADEMIC DISHONESTY: Students demonstrating academic dishonesty as defined in the “Student Rights and Responsibilities” handout will receive a grade of “F” in the course and will be subject to all PTA program policies regarding course failure.  CUEING ANOTHER PERSON DURING AN EXAM, APPLICATION, OR SKILLS CHECK-OFF WILL BE CONSIDERED CHEATING.

 

STUDENT GRIEVANCE PROCEDURE: A student who has a problem with the course or course instructor should make every attempt to resolve the problem with the course instructor.  If that is not successful, the student may appeal the decision of the instructor to the program director, Dean of Health Sciences Division, VP of Academic Affairs, and the President – IN THAT ORDER.

Grading Criteria

GRADING CRITERIA:

                Quizzes/Homework Assignments 10%

                  Presentation                                      5%          

                Lecture Exams                                    40%

                Practical Exams                                  30%                                       

                Final Exam                                         15%

 

The lowest quiz/homework grade in the course will automatically be dropped.

If the midterm grade is failing as indicated by the grade report, the student must contact the course instructor to schedule a planning meeting.  At this meeting, the student will be expected to work with the instructor to develop an action plan for successful completion of the course.  This action plan should include a detailed study schedule, should identify any areas of weakness in understanding course content, and must include methods/strategies that will be used to correct the learning deficit.  If the student does not develop an action plan with the course instructor, the student will receive 3 “0” quiz grades.

THE INSTRUCTOR WILL NOT BE RESPONSIBLE FOR REMINDING STUDENTS OF THEIR RESPONSIBILITY TO COMPLETE THE REMEDIATION PROCESS.  THE INSTRUCTOR WILL TREAT ALL STUDENTS AS ADULTS AND WILL THEREFORE EXPECT THE STUDENT TO APPROACH THE INSTRUCTOR TO DISCUSS ANY CLARIFICATION OF THESE GUIDELINES.

Test/application exams will be available for review for one week following the return of the graded exam/application. The exam/applications will be kept in the instructor’s office; each student will need to schedule an individual time to review the materials with the instructor.

Students are responsible for correctly completing their scantron sheets.  Once the scantron is turned into the instructor, no changes will be allowed on the scantron.  Therefore, we strongly recommend you are careful with imprinting your responses.

MAKE-UP POLICY: There will be NO make-ups on quizzes.  Absence(this includes tardiness of a student) of a test or application exam results in a five-point deduction from the earned grade.  All absences (tardiness) will be treated equally, regardless of the reason.  The make-up test or make-up application exam may vary in format from the original examination/application. The student should expect to take the make-up exam/application on the day the student returns to class, unless otherwise notified by the instructor.

GRADING SCALE:

A = 100-92.5

B = 92.4-83.5

C = 83.4-74.5

F = 74.4-0

 

Attendance

ATTENDANCE: Attendance is required for successful completion of all lectures and labs in the Physical Therapist Assistant program.  At the beginning of each lecture and lab, students will be expected to sign the roster provided by the course instructor.  Each student will be allowed only one absence for lecture only courses and two absences for lecture/lab courses.  After the first absence for lecture courses and second absence for lecture/lab courses, a penalty of five points will be deducted from the student’s final course grade for each subsequent absence.  For example, a student who misses 3 lectures in a lecture only course will have 10 points deducted from the his/her final grade in that course.  A student will be considered “tardy” if he/she arrives to class 1-10 minutes late or leaves before class has been dismissed.   Two “tardies” will be considered one absence.  Students arriving to class after 10 minutes will not be permitted to enter the lecture or lab until the next course begins.  Exceptions to this policy will only be made under extenuating circumstances and only if the course instructor receives the appropriate written documentation to support the event within 5 days of the absence. While in attendance of each lecture class and lab, cell phones are to be turned off (during lab cell phones are to be placed in the locker area), unless otherwise permitted by the instructor. Active participation is required in all lecture and lab classes.  If a student is not actively participating in the class, he/she will be asked to leave class and will be counted absent for the class.

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Additional Information

DURING TESTING CELL PHONES ARE PROHIBITED FROM THE TESTING AREA.

ASSIGNMENTS: All assignments are due AT THE BEGINNING OF CLASS TIME on the assigned due date.  NO LATE HOMEWORK/WORK WILL BE ACCEPTED.

REQUIRED READING: The student is expected to complete all reading assignments. This information is testable material, which may not be covered in the lecture/lab portion of the class.

LAB DRESS CODE:MANDATORY during each lab for participation

                Females: shorts, halter/swimsuit top/sports bra (fasteners need to be in the back), sweat/athletic wear for a cover-up

                Males: shorts, tee shirts, sweat/athletic wear for a cover-up

Note: A grade of C or better is required to complete the PTA major.

LAST DATE TO DROP/WITHDRAW: April 21, 2017 – Any student not withdrawn by April 21, 2017 will receive the grade earned.

SAFETY PROCEDURES: In case of an emergency, the student needs to call the Safety and Security department at 9-371-5163.  In an emergency situation, use the nearest phone that is available.  The student should also know in case of a medical emergency, the following procedure should be performed and in the order written:

Call 9-911 for an ambulance

Call Amarillo College Police at (806)371-5163.

PHYSICAL RESTRICTIONS: The activities presented in this course may have physical restrictions.  It is the responsibility of the student to let the instructor know if any of these restrictions apply to you.  All students are to avoid doing the Valsalva maneuver during exercises and to exercise within your tolerance and speed.

If you have:

Asthma, cardiac problems, high blood pressure– avoid doing the Valsalva maneuver during exercises and monitor your pulse and blood pressure on a regular basis during exercises in lab.  Exercise within your tolerance and speed.

Pregnancy– do not do any exercise that emphasizes abdominal strengthening.  Precaution needs to be taken when stretching due to ligament laxity.  All exercise is contraindicated if you have incompetent cervix, vaginal bleeding, placenta previa, rupture of the membrane, premature labor, maternal heart disease, hypertension, intrauterine growth retardation, and uncontrolled diabetes

Rheumatoid Arthritis– when in the inflammatory state, certain exercises are contraindicated.  It is recommended to rest and use splints to protect your joints during the appropriate activities as prescribed by your doctor

Thermoregulatory problems – clothing may need to be adjusted to accommodate the temperature of the environment.  If necessary, a misting bottle may be brought to lab

Thrombophlebitis– exercise is contraindicated.  Medical care is mandatory and a release to resume any activities is required.

Diabetes/hypoglycemia– bring medication and snacks as needed

Latex sensitivity– latex gloves during sterile techniques are to be avoided.  Notify the instructor by the 3rd day of classes so that alternative gloves can be provided

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The instructor reserves the right to assign “entry ticket” projects throughout the semester.  If an “entry ticket” project is assigned, the student will be expected to complete and turn the project in before starting the designated class/lab.  If a student has not completed the “entry ticket”, they will be asked to leave the class/lab and return once the “entry ticket” is complete.

The student will be required to demonstrate proficiency in all Quick Check skills.  If the student does not make a passing grade on a Quick Check, a “0” will be recorded in the grade book until the student is able to demonstrate proficiency in the skills tested during the Quick Check.  After the student is able to demo skill proficiency, the instructor will replace the grade book “0” with the student’s original Quick Check grade.

 

THE LEAD INSTRUCTOR RESERVES THE RIGHT TO MODIFY THE SYLLABUS AS NEEDED DURING THE SEMESTER.  ANY MODIFICATIONS WILL BE ANNOUNCED IN CLASS.