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Differential diagnosis of diseases

Course Description: This course provides a comprehensive study of common musculoskeletal and non-musculoskeletal conditions that a physical therapist may encounter. It focuses on principles of evidence-based clinical examination and differential diagnosis, and on developing clinical decision-making skills to identify conditions appropriate for physical therapy and those that require referral to other specialists. The course also enhances the ability to differentiate between overlapping medical, neurological, and orthopedic problems and to apply the “treat or refer” principle within the scope of physical therapy professional practice.
Credit hours: 3
Objectives of the course :

Application of Evidence-Based Practice Principles in Clinical Decision-Making in Primary Physical Therapy Care.
Use appropriate clinical examination and interview techniques to arrive at an accurate differential diagnosis.
Distinguishing between pain patterns and the clinical signs and symptoms associated with different medical conditions.
Developing clinical reasoning and clinical judgment skills when systemic, musculoskeletal, and neurological conditions intersect.

Course outputs :

Identifying the causes, clinical characteristics, and assessment methods for various conditions encountered by physical therapists.
Demonstrate proficiency in comprehensive vital signs examination, identifying risk factors and red flags, and clinical interview strategies.
Applying clinical reasoning skills and evidence-based practice in assessment, differential diagnosis, and therapeutic intervention.
Analyzing information from multiple sources to gain a comprehensive understanding of the clinical situation.
Demonstrate critical thinking, problem-solving, and clinical decision-making skills in physical therapy practice.
Demonstrate leadership, teamwork, and continuous self-learning skills that support competent professional practice.

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  • Last updated: 2026-06-29

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