Homework: Physical Therapy
Students will be responsible for writing a research paper on their approved musculoskeletal or neurological pathology. The primary objective of this homework is to research evidence-based physical therapy treatment for the pathology. Students will share that knowledge with their classmates. The course objectives linked to this homework are:
a. Explain the role and benefit of physical therapy in the medical management of musculoskeletal and neurological pathologies.
b. Discuss the interactions of the medical, therapy, and family members of the health care team in the lifespan management of patient populations presented.
Complete the L.I.R.N evidence-based practice homework by writing a review of a peer-reviewed journal article related to physical therapy treatment of patient conditions in the body systems covered in this course.
Students will research information on their approved pathology. Students must include at minimum the following information:
a. Define the pathology.
b. Briefly describe the etiology, signs and symptoms, clinical manifestations, diagnosis, and prognosis.
c. What does the pathology "look like"?
d. According to evidence-based practice, discuss 2-3 treatment interventions/physical therapy management beneficial for patients with the pathology.
e. Discuss progression of physical therapy treatment including modifications in interventions for effective physical therapy treatment of patients with the pathology throughout disease process
f. Discuss medical management (including medications) of the pathology and how it may affect physical therapy treatment
g. Discuss the role of the PTA in treating patients with the pathology, as well as the interactions of the health care team
Format your homework according to the give formatting requirements:
a. The answer must be double spaced, typed, using Times New Roman font (size 12), with one-inch margins on all sides.
b. The response also includes a cover page containing the title of the homework, the course title, the student's name, and the date. The cover page is not included in the required page length.
c. Also include a reference page. The references and Citations should follow APA format. The reference page is not included in the required page length.