Therapeutic Exercise

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Prerequisite: Acceptance into the Physical Therapist Assistant program and concurrent enrollment in PTA 112 and PTA 120. ^ Instruction in various therapeutic exercises, such as ROM, flexibility, stretching, and strengthening, will be provided with different exercise equipment. Topics include the basics of the exercise prescription to improve patient goals and outcomes while integrating postural concepts and safety awareness. Students will learn proper body alignment and posture during the performance of exercises. Various therapeutic interventions will be introduced, including exercises: aerobic Exercises, Balance and coordination exercises, flexibility exercises & ROM, postural awareness activities, strengthening exercises, and patient education regarding exercise performance for patients across the lifespan.(1.2) Proficiency Credit Not Available Pass/No Credit Not Available <br> <BR> <a href="http://www.elgin.edu/physicaltherapy "target="_blank">Physical Therapist Assistant Program </a> <br><br> <font color="#000088">SPECIAL NOTE: Explore the Physical Therapist Assistant Program and come to an </font> <a href="http://elgin.edu/visitecc"target="_blank ">information session </a>