DPT 621 - Neuromuscular P.T. Practice III

PT 621 is the third course within the neuromuscular practice pattern, which reinforces and advances student knowledge and skills in the examination and treatment of movement disorders resulting from pathology and/or impairments within the neuromuscular system. Lab experiences apply knowledge of pathophysiology, neuroplasticity, and motor learning principles and advance student skill in clinical decision-making in the areas of evaluation, differential diagnosis, prognosis, treatment planning, and inter-professional management of individuals with disorders of the spinal cord, cerebellum, basal ganglia, and progressive and degenerative disorders. The principles of movement and gait analysis, as well as wheelchair prescription, will be reinforced and advanced.

The course will also include the examination and management of individuals with amputation, introducing concepts of materials, design, and technology of prosthetic devices. The course will emphasize the principles of limb amputation, wearing/fitting of prosthetics, gait analysis, the importance of therapeutic alliance and interprofessional collaboration, and the psychological considerations of the patient with prosthetic devices.

DPT 621 is designed to advance the student’s critical thinking and reasoning strategies through clinical case applications and real-world learning experiences applied across acute care, post-acute rehabilitation, skilled nursing, transitional care unit, and home health care practice settings, using the International Classification of Functioning, Disability, and Health (ICF) as a framework. Students are prepared with entry level skill that enables their final integration within DPT 710 Comprehensive Physical Therapy Practice and clinical experiences. 2 hours of lecture weekly.

Corequisites DPT 621L

Credits: 4

Program Doctoral