Rehabilitation-2

Catalog description

In this course, neuroanatomy and neurophysiology will be reviewed and principles of specific neuro-rehabilitation techniques, and neuromotor development will be explored. This course will address rehabilitation techniques for patients with selected conditions seen in physical therapy neurological and rehabilitation settings. Selected neurological conditions will be covered, including etiology, clinical presentation, medical management, and physical therapy interventions. Neurologic conditions and developmental delays associated with pediatric clients will also be included. By the completion of this course, students should be able to identify specific areas in the brain, spinal cord, and peripheral nervous system associated with neurological signs, symptoms, and conditions; perform and discuss the value and use of various data collection tools associated with neuro-rehabilitation; demonstrate safe and effective physical therapy interventions as applied to patients with neurological disorders; discuss and demonstrate basic physical therapy interventions for patients with vestibular dysfunction; discuss the basic developmental milestones associated with human growth and development; and demonstrate and discuss safe and effective handling and positioning principles used with pediatric patients. Gait deviations and interventions, wheelchair fitting and use, and specific physical therapy interventions for various diagnoses will be covered. Using extensive examples, exercises, and real life scenarios, this course teaches students skills to assess, treat and document functional outcomes in a clear and logical progression. Lecture, lab activities, and written assignments will be used to discuss clinical decision-making and intervention strategies for related impairments. Enrollment is limited to students admitted to the 2PTA major.