PTA 140 - Therapeutic Exercise - Exercise Programs, Protocols and Procedures

    Recent Professors
    Christina Y. Ridley, Lawrence A. Gray
    Recent Semesters
    Fall 2026, Fall 2025
    Class Size
    Not published
    Credits
    3
    Prerequisite
    PTA 122 and 130 with grades of "C" or better
    Fall 2026 Sections
    View Fall 2026 sections of PTA 140
    Transfers To
    Not transferable
    Description
    Assistant Program. This course presents the basic principles of therapeutic exercise and implementation of therapeutic exercise procedures in physical therapy. Approaches to improve range of motion, strength, muscular endurance, balance, coordination, and functional limitations are included. Theories of motor control and motor learning are introduced. Knowledge of kinesiology, medical disorders, and documentation is integrated as students apply therapeutic exercise principles to case-based learning activities that emphasize the role of the physical therapist assistant in implementing a comprehensive physical therapy plan of care. Class activities may include a field trip. Physical Therapist Assistant 567
    Usually Held
    Mon Wed 6:00pm–7:30pm, Mon Wed 7:40pm–10:10pm