327 RHS

Course Description:

The course provides students with foundational knowledge in use of

different aquatic rehabilitation modalities, and how to clarify indication,

contraindication, precautions and its physiological effect.

Course objectives:

Upon complication of this course, students will be able to:

 Demonstrate an understanding of basic principles in

hydrotherapy applications.

 Demonstrate an understanding of physiological effect of

different modalities.

 Be familiar with hydrotherapy modalities and its application.

 Adopt a critical appraisal perspective toward the use of

hydrotherapy with different kinds of medical problems.

 Be familiar with the roles and responsibilities of physical

therapist in applying of hydrotherapy modalities.