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2013-2014 Graduate Catalog 
    
2013-2014 Graduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

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PHYT 6331 - Neurotherapeutic Principles I

(4 credits)
This course includes an application of basic anatomy and physiology of the human nervous system to evaluation and treatment techniques for the neurologically involved patient. Emphasis is placed on critical analysis of the neurological assessment procedures and principles of therapeutic management as they relate to neurophysiological and developmental learning principles. The course is designed to present to the student the etiology, incidence, signs and symptoms, motor impairment, physical disabilities, prognosis, and medical and surgical management of common disorders such as the following: stroke, spinal cord injury, traumatic brain injury, Parkinson’s disease, demyelinating diseases, neuropathies and injuries of peripheral nerves, neuromuscular diseases, inherited disorders, and infections of the nervous system. This course will provide the student with the didactic and clinical applications of evaluative measures, therapeutic interventions, and treatment rationale for these select neurological conditions. (fall)


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