Applied Neurology

Catalog description

Through integrated lecture and laboratory this course introduces the neuroscience and motor control concepts necessary for students to provide directed interventions and administer tests and measures for a variety of clients with neurological involvement. Neurological treatment approaches including PNF, Rood, Bobath, Brunnstrom and the motor learning approaches of Carr and Shepard are discussed, with an emphasis on performing appropriate treatment interventions for different stages of neurological rehabilitation. In addition, students will learn to implement activities for balance and coordination dysfunction. The course includes both pediatric and adult disorders.