PHTH 571 - Neuroscience

Institution:

Eastern Washington University

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Description:

Prerequisites: All courses in physical therapy are restricted to students accepted into the program. The structure and function of the central nervous system (CNS) are presented in this foundational course in physical therapy. The relationships between the somatosensory system, spinal cord and brainstem reflexes and motor systems are presented. Students will also learn how the CNS develops and the consequences of malformations of the CNS during development. Clinical signs and symptoms of specific CNS pathology will be presented and related to patients with movement disorders that receive physical therapy services.

Credits:

5.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

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Institution Website:

www.ewu.edu

Phone Number:

(509) 359-6200

Regional Accreditation:

Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities

Calendar System:

Quarter

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