Description
In this 12-week course, the physical therapist assistant (PTA) student takes a thorough look at treatment of neurologic conditions. This course enables the student to identify normal versus abnormal neurological tone and movements. Foundational concepts in developmental sequencing, righting and equilibrium reactions, and developmental reflexes are covered. The common techniques of PFN, Rood, Bobath, Brunnstrom, and NDT are used for treatment. Common neurological conditions, including spinal cord injury and traumatic brain injury, are heavily focused on in this course.
Credits
4
Terms Offered
WINTER
Prerequisites
Corequisites
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