No Certificate / Course on Audit Track
The Wrist Joint Complex: Assessment and Physical Therapy Management course provides a comprehensive understanding of the functional anatomy, biomechanics, clinical assessment, and rehabilitation of the wrist joint. Learners will explore normal wrist movements, joint mechanics, and the role of surrounding structures in hand function. The course also covers clinical examination techniques and special tests used to identify common wrist disorders. In addition, it emphasizes evidence-based physical therapy interventions and rehabilitation strategies for effective management of wrist pathologies and restoration of functional performance.
This course has been curated by Riphah International University faculty and staff using publicly available third-party content and Open Educational Resources (OER) for self-paced learning. Learners will engage with curated open-access materials to achieve the course learning outcomes. All third-party content is used under open-access or fair-use policies, while any original materials are developed specifically for this learning experience.
Source and Credits:
By completing this course, you will be able to:
To be successful in this course, learners are expected to have a basic understanding of musculoskeletal anatomy and upper limb structures. They should also possess foundational knowledge of biomechanics and kinesiology, along with introductory knowledge of orthopedic physical therapy assessment and rehabilitation principles.
This course is designed for undergraduate DPT students, physiotherapy interns, rehabilitation learners, and healthcare students who want a strong understanding of the wrist joint complex and its clinical applications. It is ideal for learners aiming to strengthen their foundational and practical knowledge of wrist anatomy, biomechanics, clinical assessment, movement dysfunctions, and rehabilitation strategies used in musculoskeletal physical therapy practice.
Overview of Functional Anatomy of the Wrist Joint Complex
Introduction to Functional Anatomy of the Wrist Joint Complex (Video)
Overview of Biomechanics of Wrist Joint
Biomechanics and Functional Movements of the Wrist Joint (Video)
Overview of Clinical Assessment and Special Tests of Trist Joint
Clinical Assessment and Special Tests of the Wrist Joint (Video)
Overview of Physical Therapy Rehabilitation and Management of Wrist Disorders
Physical Therapy Management of Wrist Disorders and Pathologies (Video)
Less Than 1 Hour
Intermediate
Fully Online (Asynchronous)
Self Paced
Both English & Urdu
