PHYR 260 - Topics in Neurology and Rehabilitation

    Recent Professors
    Gail Bachman, Jaime Elise Little
    Recent Semesters
    Spring 2026, Spring 2025
    Class Size
    24–29 students
    Credits
    2
    Prerequisite
    PHYR 225 with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent
    Spring 2026 Sections
    View Spring 2026 sections of PHYR 260
    Transfers To
    CSU
    Description
    This course provides physical therapist assistant (PTA) students with the principles of functional activities and rehabilitation procedures relating to the management of clients with neurological diagnoses. Topics include rehabilitation of cerebral vascular accidents, traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, other neurological conditions, cardiopulmonary conditions, amputations, lymphedema, and pediatric conditions. The focus is on the safe, legal, ethical and appropriate use of rehabilitation procedures including physiological and therapeutic effects of treatment. The course also fosters the development of communication skills, interpersonal relationships, and professionalism required for the health care field.
    Usually Held
    Mon 9:30am–11:40am