Learning Outcomes:
(1) Demonstrate a sound understanding of applied neuroanatomy and what signs and symptoms are caused by damage (lesions) to different regions of the brain and how the CNS can adapt following a lesion to the brain (neuroplasticity)
(2) Demonstrate an understanding of the principles behind a neurological assessment and how to evaluate assessment findings using the International Classification of Functioning (ICF) and clinical reasoning skills
(3) Demonstrate the ability to perform a neurological assessment with safe and effective handling skills
(4) Demonstrate an understanding of common neurological pathologies for Cerebrovascular disease (CVA) aka stroke, Multiple Sclerosis (MS) and Parkinson's disease.
(5) Demonstrate an understanding of the principles behind the physiotherapy management of a neurological patient using the ICF. (6) Develop an understanding of normal body posture and functional movement analysis.
(7) Demonstrate an understanding of the normal developmental milestones of an infant.
Indicative Module Content:
Students will incorporate the neuroanatomy (ANAT III) from Stage 1 to gain an understanding of the problems associated with neurological conditions (applied neuroanatomy).
Neurological assessment
- Muscle tone, range of movement (ROM), sensation, coordination and reflexes
- Analysis of normal movement to enable students to assess abnormal movement patterns/strategies
- Sitting and standing balance assessment
- Gait assessment to identify possible gait abnormalities
- Formulate a problem list and set goals for treatment
International Classification of Functioning (ICF) (WHO, 2001)
Common Outcome Measures in Neurological Rehabilitation
- Modified Ashworth Scale
- Berg Balance Scale
- Timed Up and Go
- Five Times Sit to Stand
- 6 or 10MWT
Hypertonia and Hypotonia
Cerebrovascular Accident (CVA) commonly known as Stroke
Multiple Sclerosis
Parkinson's disease
Case studies using the ICF
Neuroplasticity