Title: Manual Therapy; PROM Exercises; Therapeutic Massage
Course: PHT 1200C Basic Patient Care > Section: Module 10

Introduction

In this module you will be introduced to different forms manual therapy, massage and different types of exercise. This module also identifies the indications, benefits and limitations of passive and active range of motion. We are just beginning to cover these topics, as you will see them discussed in much greater depth throughout your physical therapy education.

Objectives

In this module students will:

- Review concepts and principles of manual therapy, passive range of motion, and therapeutic massage
- Compare and contrast active and passive range of motion and the uses of each
- Practice proper positioning, draping, stabilization, and hand placement for passive range of motion to fingers, wrist, forearm, elbow, shoulder, ankle, knee, and hip
- Practice therapeutic massage techniques including effleurage, petrissage, percussion, friction,  tapotement, and suboccipital release
- Review basic concepts of joint mobilization

Readings and Resources

Chapter 6 Basic Exercise: Passive and Active Range of Motion

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Assignments

- Complete readings
- Review the posted lecture materials
- Post and reply to Discussion 9
- Submit SOAP Note Assignment 3: Exercise and Massage
- Complete Weekly Lab Activities 10
- Complete and submit Quiz 10