OCTH 572 - Upper Extremity Assessment & Treatment (3)

This course focuses on occupational therapy’s role in the assessment and intervention of diagnoses and deficits that impact the upper extremity and the client’s participation in desired occupations. Experiences including learning how to design, fabricate, apply, fit, and train in the use of upper extremity orthotics. Students will demonstrate the knowledge and use of physical agent modalities including precautions and contraindications for use. Documentation, reimbursement, safety, liability, and collaboration with other healthcare providers will be discussed.