PHYR 264 - Therapeutic Modalities

    Recent Professors
    Jaime Elise Little, Gail Bachman
    Recent Semesters
    Fall 2026, Fall 2025
    Class Size
    25 students
    Credits
    1.5
    Fall 2026 Sections
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    Transfers To
    CSU
    Description
    This lecture course introduces the student Physical Therapist Assistant to the fundamental principles, physiological effects, and application techniques in the use of biophysical agents. Biophysical agents include soft tissue mobilization, thermotherapy, cryotherapy, compression therapy, hydrotherapy, ultrasound, electrotherapy, biofeedback, light therapy, and manual/mechanical traction procedures. Emphasis will be placed on indications, contraindications, and safe application of the above techniques, as well as assessment of technique effectiveness. The course also fosters development of patient communication and appropriate documentation of modality treatments.
    Usually Held
    Tue 11:00am–12:00pm