AT 531 Advanced Orthopedic Assessment II
This course concentrates on the evaluation techniques and special tests needed for the proper diagnosis of orthopedic injuries. The course introduces on multiple levels the importance of the evaluation process and focuses on the examination techniques of the different body systems to help the students draw conclusions and make a clinical diagnosis based on findings. It challenges the students to look at the current evidence regarding special orthopedic tests and explore statistical analysis related to them. By doing so, the students can utilize current research and apply that to the special tests learned and develop their own skill set of examination techniques. This course will require evidence-based journal articles to help assists the students in the clinical decision-making process regarding examination and evaluation of Orthopedic Injuries. The course focuses on foundational assessment skills and theories and exploring upper extremity and thoracic and cervical spine examination techniques.