Course Description:
Using a problem-solving approach based on clinical evidence, the text written by Darcy Umphred, PT, PhD, FAPTA, Neurological Rehabilitation, 6th Edition covers the therapeutic management of people with functional movement limitations and quality of life issues following a neurological event. It reviews basic theory and covers the latest screening and diagnostic tests, new treatments, and interventions commonly used in today's clinical practice. This edition includes the latest advances in neuroscience, adding new chapters on neuroimaging and clinical tools such as virtual reality, robotics, and gaming.
Module 3: Multiple Sclerosis and other Neuromuscular Diseases cover chapter 17 and 19
- Chapter 17: Neuromuscular Diseases
- Chapter 19: Multiple Sclerosis
Methods of Instruction:
Online course available via internet
Target Audience:
Physical Therapists, Physical Therapist Assistants, Occupational Therapists, Occupational Therapist Assistants and Athletic Trainers.
Educational Level:
Intermediate
Prerequisites:
None
Course Goals and Objectives:
At the completion of this course, participants should be able to:
1. Recognize the demographics of patients with neuromuscular diseases
2. Differentiate between the stages of Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis
3. Recognize the common physical findings in Bulbar Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis
4. Identify appropriate exercise interventions for patients with ALS according to disease stage
5. Recognize the medical prognosis for patients with Guillian-Barre Syndrome
6. Identify goals for the care of patient with GBS
7. Differentiate between functional transitions in patients with muscular dystrophy
8. Recognize appropriate therapeutic interventions for patients with GBS
9. Recognize the incidence and prevalence of Multiple Sclerosis
10. Differentiate between types and clinical characteristics of Multiple Sclerosis
11. Recognize the areas of symptom management including new approved drugs
12. Identify general exercise guidelines for levels of disability with MS
13. Recognize evidence-based interventions for specific problems in patients with MS
Criteria for Obtaining Continuing Education Credits:
A score of 70% or greater on the post-test