MCCCD Program Description

Peripheral Joint Mobilization Techniques for the Physical Therapist Assistant

Course: PTA240

First Term: 2012 Spring

Lec + Lab 1 Credit(s) 1 Period(s) 1 Load
Subject Type: Occupational
Load Formula: S

Description: Peripheral joint mobilization techniques for the upper and lower extremity joints. Concepts, indications, and contraindications. Documentation. Statutes and policies regarding joint mobilizations.

MCCCD Official Course Competencies
1. Describe and apply the convex-concave rule of joint motion. (I) 2. Describe the basic concepts of peripheral joint mobilization used in physical therapy. (II) 3. Define Grades I-IV peripheral joint mobilizations. (II) 4. Explain the indications and contraindications for peripheral joint mobilization techniques for specific patients. (III) 5. Apply basic mobilization techniques of the upper extremity joints for select patients. (IV) 6. Apply basic mobilization techniques of the lower extremity joints for select patients. (V) 7. Document peripheral joint mobilization techniques in the physical therapy setting. (VI) 8. Explain the rules, regulations and policies regarding peripheral joint mobilizations in physical therapy. (VII)
MCCCD Official Course Competencies must be coordinated with the content outline so that each major point in the outline serves one or more competencies. MCCCD faculty retains authority in determining the pedagogical approach, methodology, content sequencing, and assessment metrics for student work. Please see individual course syllabi for additional information, including specific course requirements.

MCCCD Official Course Outline
I. Review of Convex-Concave Rule II. Peripheral Joint Mobilization Concepts and Grades A. Definitions of terms B. Physiological vs. accessory movement C. Principles of positioning and stabilization D. Speed, rhythm, and duration of movements E. Grades I-IV oscillation techniques (Maitland) F. Grades I-III sustained techniques (Kalteborn) III. Indications and Contraindications of Peripheral Joint Mobilizations A. Indications B. Precautions C. Contraindications IV. Practice and Application of Select Joint Mobilizations of the Upper Extremity A. Mobilizations of the shoulder B. Mobilizations of the elbow C. Mobilizations of the wrist and hand V. Practice and Application of Select Joint Mobilizations of the Lower Extremity A. Mobilizations of the hip B. Mobilizations of the knee C. Mobilizations of the ankle and foot VI. Documentation of Peripheral Joint Mobilizations VII. Rules, Regulations, and Policies Regarding Extremity Joint Mobilizations A. Arizona State statutes and rules B. American Physical Therapy Association policy statements

MCCCD Governing Board Approval Date: 12/13/2011

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