Physical Therapy Across the Lifespan: Older Adults (PHT 5 434 C)

Term: 2025-2026 Academic Year Fall

Faculty

Trevyn Loy DespainShow MyInfo popup for Trevyn Loy Despain

tdespain@usa.edu

Christine BaranickShow MyInfo popup for Christine Baranick

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Claudia HerreraShow MyInfo popup for Claudia Herrera

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Naureen Ahmed ImamShow MyInfo popup for Naureen Ahmed Imam

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Schedule

Fri, 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM (10/31/2025 - 12/13/2025) Location: *

Description

This course covers the role of the physical therapist within the interprofessional healthcare team for the aging adult. The student applies an evidence-based approach to physical therapy examination, evaluation, diagnosis, prognosis, intervention, and discharge planning for the aging adult across all settings. Evidence-informed and ethical decision making is emphasized in promoting health, wellness, and quality of life for aging patients and clients.