Module Code - Title:
PR4041
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NEUROLOGICAL PHYSIOTHERAPY
Year Last Offered:
2025/6
Hours Per Week:
Grading Type:
N
Prerequisite Modules:
Rationale and Purpose of the Module:
This module is one of four foundations of physiotherapy modules for the BSc Physiotherapy that is co-scheduled with the MSc Physiotherapy (Pre Reg). It uses a case based, experiential learning approach to the integration of anatomy, physiology, health conditions and physiotherapy skills. This module focuses on neurological conditions for adults and children.
Syllabus:
Anatomy of the central nervous system, physiology of nerve conduction, nervous system pathologies in adults and children, motor development and motor control, motor learning and re-learning, physiotherapy management of neurological conditions.
Learning Outcomes:
Cognitive (Knowledge, Understanding, Application, Analysis, Evaluation, Synthesis)
Integrate knowledge of anatomy, physiology and motor control theories to the analysis and facilitation of normal movement and normal development.
Apply knowledge of pathology and mechanisms of recovery from conditions affecting the central nervous system to the development of treatment plans for these individuals.
Affective (Attitudes and Values)
Acknowledge the impact of associated deficits in perception, cognition, attention, memory, speech and language etc. on development and recovery of function, and structure treatment and management programmes that consider these.
Select appropriate treatment options that consider the evidence base for physiotherapy treatment of patients with developmental and neurological conditions.
Psychomotor (Physical Skills)
Demonstrate competence in facilitating normal movement and normal development.
Perform assessments of motor, sensory, and coordination functions in people with neurological conditions.
How the Module will be Taught and what will be the Learning Experiences of the Students:
This module will use an experiential based learning model that centres on patient case studies. Each case study will use a blended learning approach to the relevant domains of body structures and functions, activity limitations, participation restrictions, personal and environmental factors and the specific physiotherapy skills needed to manage these central nervous system cases. Students will have a range of learning experiences including face to face and online content, staff and self-directed learning and group and individual work.
Research Findings Incorporated in to the Syllabus (If Relevant):
Prime Texts:
Carr, J. and Shepherd, R. (2010)
Neurological Rehabilitation, Optimising motor performance
, Edinburgh:Churchill Livinstone
Shumway-Cook, A. and Wollacott, M.H. (2012)
Motor Control - Translating
Research into Clinical Practice, 4th ed
, Philadelphia: Lippincott Williams and Wilkins
Other Relevant Texts:
Stokes M, Stack E (2014)
Physical management for Neurological Conditions
, Edinburgh: Churchill Livinstone
Sue Edwards (2001)
Neurological Physiotherapy, a problem solving approach
, Edinburgh: Churchill Livinstone
Programme(s) in which this Module is Offered:
BSPHYSUFA - PHYSIOTHERAPY
Semester(s) Module is Offered:
Autumn
Module Leader:
Caoimhe.Barry.Walsh@ul.ie