PHTH 685 Neuromuscular Physical Therapy I

This course covers the physical therapy patient/client management model applied to the neurological practice patterns commonly seen in physical therapy, with special attention given to the client/patient with a stroke and vestibular dysfunction. Motor learning and control, proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation (PNF) and other neurophysiological techniques are introduced. Case studies integrate important client-centered variables, such as psychosocial issues, diagnostic imaging, pharmacology and nutrition.