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RHS 4150 - Therapeutic Modalities for Rehabilitation Sciences majors

Credits: (3)
Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem
Typically Taught Spring Semester: Full Sem
Course Fee: $45.00
Course Fee Purpose: Modality equipment such as massage lotion, Ethyl Chloride spray, ice bags, paraffin wax beads, compression stockinets, electrical stimulation electrodes, biofeedback electrodes, lonto-patch system, ultrasound gel pads, ultrasound gel, treatment towels.
Description: Specifically designed for the pre-professional student, the course will introduce the student to contemporary usage and basic foundation of therapeutic modalities. Through lecture, discussion, and laboratory experience, the scientific basis of musculoskeletal rehabilitation involving therapeutic modalities will be examined. Emphasis will be placed on fundamental concepts of tissue healing and pain control techniques, as well as an introduction to cryo/thermotherapy, massage, traction, ultrasound and electrical stimulation.
Pre-requisite(s): RHS 3300 , RHS 3301 .
Note: Must be admitted to the Rehabilitation Sciences (formerly Athletic Therapy) program in order to register for this course.



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