PT 636 Neuromuscular Physical Therapy

5 Credits

During this course, neurological diseases and conditions will be examined in a didactic format as well as clinical presentation. The etiology, pathogenesis, pathophysiology, diagnostic tests, epidemiology, course and prognosis are addressed for each disease.  Medical management including pharmacological agents is discussed.  Students study the signs, symptoms, impairments of body structures and function, functional limitations and participation capabilities of persons with neurological disease. Medical screening of persons for neuropathology though history, medical record review and observation will be discussed.

The clinical component of this course introduces the elements of examination: history, systems review, test and measures, evaluation, diagnosis, prognosis, and interventions for individual with various neurological diseases and conditions. Case studies, classroom discussion and lab activities will describe appropriate examination and intervention strategies for persons with neurological dysfunction in many different practice settings, including acute care, acute rehabilitation, sub-acute care, outpatient, home care and long-term care.​