DPT 880 Differential Diagnosis In Physical Therapy

The focus of the course will be on differentiating: 1) Less common musculoskeletal pathology that might require referral to a physician. These musculoskelatal conditions may be disorders related to the following pathological categories; acquired, genetic, developmental, metabolic, infectious and neoplastic 2) Systemic medical condtions that can mimic and/or complicate common musculoskeletal conditions. This course will provide information for the physical therapist student to differentially diagnose the significant overlaps between common musculoskeletal condtions and other medical pathological problems and/or co-morbidities that can affect clinical decision-making