PTA 101 - Applied Clinical Anatomy I

Credits: 2
Instructional Contact Hours: 2

Provides skeletal anatomy concepts necessary to implement procedures utilized in physical therapy practice. Provides the technical and data collection knowledge necessary to assist a physical therapist with goniometry. Prepares the student to perform physical therapy intervention as part of a physical therapist's plan of care, under the direction and supervision of the physical therapist.

Prerequisite(s): HSC 105; Admission to Physical Therapist Assistant program.
Corequisite(s): PTA 101LW, PTA 103, PTA 110, PTA 110L, and PTA 118.

Lecture Hours: 30 Lab Hours: 0
Meets MTA Requirement: None
Pass/NoCredit: Yes

Outcomes and Objectives

Describe the basic functional characteristics of the human skeletal system.
1. Define anatomical terminology.
2. Describe the functions of the skeleton.
3. Define the composition and structure of bone.
4. Classify the structure of the joint.
Discuss biomechanics and its application to the human body.
1. Identify planes of motion and types of motion.
2. Apply the concept of planes and axes of movement to joints in the human body.
3. Define three classes of joints and the types within each class.
4. Compare concave and convex joint surfaces.
5. Discuss arthrokinematics and its relevance to physical therapy.
Describe the neuromusculoskeletal characteristics of the human neck and trunk.
1. Recognize normal and abnormal curves of vertebral column.
2. Describe components of typical vertebra.
3. Define orientation and function of facets at each level of the spine.
4. Describe the bony anatomy of the skull.
5. Identify normative ROM values for the spine.
Describe the neuromusculoskeletal characteristics of the human upper extremity.
1. Describe the bony anatomy of the upper extremity.
2. Describe the clinical significance of upper extremity bony landmarks.
3. Identify real or functional joints of the shoulder complex.
4. Define scapulo-humeral rhythm and glenohumeral rhythm.
5. Explain carrying angle of the elbow joint.
6. Identify normative ROM values for the upper extremity joints.
Describe the neuromusculoskeletal characteristics of the human lower extremity.
1. Describe the bony anatomy of the lower extremity.
2. Describe the clinical significance of lower extremity bony landmarks.
3. Compare and contrast structural and functional differences between the hip and shoulder.
4. Describe the articular surface of the acetabulum.
5. Explain the angle of inclination and the angle of torsion.
6. Describe selected bursae of the body joints and locations.
7. Identify normative ROM values for the lower extremity joints.
Discuss the human skeletal system.
1. Determine relevant anatomical information to communicate to patients, peers, caregivers, and other health care professionals.
2. Recognize situations that require further clarification, supervision, or action by the supervising physical therapist.
3. Explain anatomical components of the body in relationship to specific symptoms, diseases or disease processes.
4. Interpret anatomical references in patient charts, or other literature.
Demonstrate understanding of joint range of motion measurement.
1. Discuss the purpose(s) of goniometric measurement.
2. Identify the parts of a goniometer.
3. Explain the principles of goniometry.
4. Discuss the purpose of an inclinometer.
5. Explain the principles of inclinometer measurement.
Explain the principles of joint mobility.
1. List the components which can interfere with mobility and flexibility.
2. List the types of interventions to improve mobility.
3. Differentiate between AROM, AAROM, and PROM.
4. Compare and contrast indications/benefits/limitations of AROM, AAROM, and PROM.
5. Describe the effect of gravity in respect to joint active mobility.
6. Differentiate between gravity resisted, gravity eliminated, and gravity assisted.
7. Select positions of the body, in respect to GR, GE, and GA, for mobility exercises.
8. Define the concepts of active and passive insufficiency.
9. Describe ROM end feels.
Discuss relevant potential legal and ethical issues as well as responses to each issue.
1. Recognize course content that might have legal or ethical consequences.