Graduate Course Descriptions

The following directory lists the graduate courses which the University expects to offer, although the University in no way guarantees that all such courses will be offered in any given academic year, and reserves the right to alter the list if conditions warrant. Click on the links below for a list of courses in that subject area. You may then click “View Classes” to see scheduled classes for individual courses.

5471. Manual Therapy in the Management of Musculoskeletal Disorders

3.00 credits

Prerequisites: None.

Grading Basis: Graded

Focuses on the manual therapy examination and treatment of patients with musculoskeletal conditions. Instruction will be primarily case based and integrate various manual therapy approaches across body regions. Concepts introduced in the PT 5453 and 5454 courses will be explored in greater depth with a focus on improved proficiency in delivery of soft tissue and joint manipulation techniques including thrust. Evidence-based practice will be reinforced. Applications will consider diverse patient/client populations across the life span.


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Term Class Number Campus Instruction Mode Instructor Section Session Schedule Enrollment Location Credits Grading Basis Notes
Spring 2024 9469 Storrs In Person Devaney, Laurie
Bonadies, Colleen
Capetta, Maryclaire
001 Reg Th 8:00am‑10:00am
20/24 KB DPT Graded
Spring 2024 9470 Storrs In Person Bonadies, Colleen
Devaney, Laurie
Capetta, Maryclaire
001L Reg Th 10:30am‑12:30pm
20/24 KB DPT 3.00 Graded