PHT 5070 Diagnostic Testing Evaluation

This course is designed to provide a basic understanding of the indications and implications of commonly used diagnostic imaging tests related to physical therapy practice, including x-rays, MRI, bone scans, CT scans, PET scans, ultrasound and other diagnostic procedures. Students will be required to understand indications for diagnostic tests and be able to integrate findings with physical therapy diagnoses. Emphasis will be placed on interpreting images as it relates to the physical therapy treatment.