Pediatric Neuromuscular Diagnosis and Management

Catalog description

Pediatrics is a 3 credit course during the Fall semester of the second year of the DPT program. This course presents the patient management model of examination, evaluation, diagnosis, prognosis, intervention, and outcomes related to neuromuscular disabilities of children and adolescents. Course expectations include problem- oriented learning, literature review for evidence- based practice, and live video demonstrations. Principles of motor development, motor learning and motor control are explored as students become familiar with different practice settings including the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, early intervention, and the school setting. Laboratory sessions enable students to learn assessment and intervention strategies consisting of standardized tests, outcome measures, handling techniques, and neurophysiological and neurodevelopmental treatment techniques. Upon completion, students will have entry-level clinical knowledge and skills to manage a client with a developmental disability.