Sponsored by the Orthopedic Physical Therapy Residency program at A.T. Still University  in conjunction with the Physical Therapy Department in the Arizona School of Health Sciences.

The Orthopedic Physical Therapy Residency program has applied for accreditation to the American Board of Physical Therapy Residency & Fellowship Education (ABPTRFE).

Course Instructor: Chris Powers, PhD, PT, FACSM, FAPTA

Course Overview:  Altered lower quarter mechanics can underlie various musculoskeletal conditions. Understanding how abnormal limb function can contribute to the mechanisms of specific joint dysfunction is essential for the evaluation and treatment of common orthopaedic disorders. This lab-based course will review the mechanics of the lower kinetic chain, particularly in relation to specific conditions of the ankle, knee and hip. Evaluation of lower limb movement impairments and prescription of exercise interventions for various musculoskeletal conditions will be addressed.

Course Objectives/Learning Outcomes: 

At the conclusion of the course the participant will be able to:

1. Describe common movement impairments associated with various lower extremity injuries.

2. Perform a functional movement assessment for persons who have a lower extremity injury.

3. Describe the scientific and clinical rationale behind the development of an exercise program for the treatment of common lower extremity injuries.

Contact hours: Participants are awarded 8 contact hours at the end of the course.

Cost: $195;  $160 for ATSU Alumni and current Clinical Instructors

ATSU Physical Therapy Department is qualified to provide physical therapist continuing education courses and activities according to the Arizona State Board of Physical Therapy (Rule R4-24-402).

CEU courses and other post-professional programs offered at ATSU are not associated with the CAPTE accredited residential Doctor of Physical Therapy program.