PHT 2162C - Neurological Disabilities and Treatment

4 credits | Offered: Spring
(45 contact hours of lecture, 45 contact hours of lab)
Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into Phase II of PTA program.
Required Grade: Pass with a C or better.
 

This course presents the human nervous system and selected neurological disabilities encountered in physical therapy practice. It is designed to give the student a foundational knowledge of the methods, types and uses of a variety of appropriate therapeutic techniques utilized with patients that have neurologic conditions.  The etiology, pathology, and clinical manifestations of common neurological diseases are studied. Application of physical therapy modalities and exercise programs that are effective in the treatment of each condition are presented. Lab fee.

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