PHT 1253 Neuromuscular Therapeutic Techniques I

The student physical therapist assistant will learn basic neuroanatomy and physiology principles, motor learning principles, and normal motor development. Therapeutic interventions and techniques designed to provide the most effective functional outcome for the neurologically impaired infant, child, or adolescent will be discussed. Problem solving for treatment plan implementation, revision, and adaptation will be explored. Special concerns related to physical therapy and the pediatric patient will be presented.

Credits

3 cc

Prerequisite

PHT 1120.

Corequisite

PHT 1253L.

Offered

SP.

Notes

AS only.