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Apr 19, 2024
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2023-2025 Catalog Volume XXXI Ver 1
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DPT 6651 Advanced Diagnostics
Lecture: 2 Lab: 0 Practica: 0 Total Credits: 2
This course presents an introduction to advanced diagnostic techniques and applications of diagnostic tests and imaging related to a variety of neuro-musculoskeletal pathologies seen within physical therapy practice. Specific content includes diagnostic ultrasound, magnetic resonance imaging, computed tomography, nuclear medicine, radiographs, and general medical laboratory studies. The course also includes broad recognition of constitutional symptoms and signs, the determination of the systems most likely affected, and the process of making appropriate referrals to other health care providers. Emphasis will be on the Musculoskeletal System and Orthopedic Radiology. At the clinical level, it is essential for students to fully understand the different imaging modalities used to make a diagnosis and treat various conditions. This includes understanding the indications for a particular imaging study, the limitations of the study, and how to interpret it.
Prerequisite(s): Successful completion of Quarter 5 courses
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