OT 475 - Advanced Therapeutic Techniques

3 cr.

(Prerequisites: OT 451, OT 460, OT 480)An in-depth examination of selected concepts and approaches in physical rehabilitation, with an introduction to certain specialized areas of occupational therapy practice. Topics will include standardized assessments, industrial rehabilitation, pain and soft tissue management, neurodevelopmental treatment, adaptive positioning and seating, cognitive-perceptual rehabilitation, and reimbursement issues. Two hours lecture, two hours lab/week.