PTT 710 - Diagnostic Imaging

Prerequisites, transitional DPT program, Physical Therapy licensure in the United States. This course will familiarize the DPT student with clinical interpretation of orthopedic imaging including plain film x-ray, magnetic resonance and computerized tomography films. Selection protocols will be discussed to acquaint the student with advantages and disadvantages of each method and what type of information each technique best presents. This course will focus on the clinical interpretation and integration of imaging data into rehabilitation regimen design, outcome assessment and communication with other medical professionals. This course is an online/onsite hybrid lecture and seminar course with most of the information covered online. (Offered as needed.) 3 credits