PTA 2521 - Neuromuscular Rehabilitation Lab

Institution:

Utah Tech University

Subject:

Physical Therapist Assistant

Description:

Students are introduced to and develop competencies in the application of specific treatment procedures used with patients exhibiting neuromuscular pathologies. Treatment modifications, best practices, and current concepts are practiced. This course requires a Differential Tuition Rate which is an additional fee of $93 charged per credit hour. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Identify signs, symptoms and treatments of neurologic conditions in the adult and pediatric populations. 2. Demonstrate accurate and efficient data collection techniques when performing outcome measures common in the neurologic patient population. 3. Demonstrate the components of postural control as it relates to sensory integration, balance, vestibular input and development throughout the lifespan. 4. Describe and demonstrate optimal positioning for patients with neurologic conditions. 5. Identify components of dysfunctional gait and demonstrate evidence-based interventions to improve gait impairments. Prerequisite: Admission to the Utah Tech University Physical Therapist Assistant program. FA

Credits:

2.00

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Instructional Type:

Lab

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Institution Website:

www.utahtech.edu/

Phone Number:

(435) 652-7500

Regional Accreditation:

Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities

Calendar System:

Semester

General Education

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