PTH540A Neurological Clinical Management I

This course is the first within a series of two neurological courses specific to PT management of patients with neurological deficits. The students will develop skills in examination, evaluation, and interventions for individuals with movement dysfunction due to neurological deficits (acquired/progressive/developmental). Each course will emphasize the selection of appropriate examination components, formulating an evaluation, and determining appropriate interventions, including assessment and modification of treatment plans based on patient response. The two Neuro Clinical Management courses will utilize a top-down approach through representative case studies of upper motor neuron to lower motor neuron conditions, exploring PT care of the patient with neurological involvement. Emphasis will be placed on synthesis of information gathered from use of the ICF to develop an appropriate plan of care for each condition covered. Students will utilize current evidence to inform their decisions. Prerequisite: Successful completion of prior coursework.