Neuroscience for RehabilitationThe first neuroanatomy text written specifically for physical therapy students Instructors finally have a resource created specifically for physical therapy students taking a neuroanatomy course. Neuroanatomy for Physical Therapy provides readers with an understanding of the anatomical localization of brain function in order to help them accurately interpret the wealth of new human brain images now available. The author, a recognized expert in human nervous system development, includes numerous case studies with patient presentations, and due to its importance in physical therapy, extensive coverage of peripheral nerve damage. • Content mirrors the standard physical therapy curriculum, freeing instructors from having to use neuroanatomy texts intended for medical students |
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... patient's mouth. Other hand is for counterpressure only, to avoid causing head or neck motion while testing. fIgurE a.14 Cranial Nerve Testing fIgurE a.13 Apply a downward force along the patient's mandible to test strength of mouth ...
... patient education. Sensory testing Use a spoon to place either sugar or salt onto the tip of the patient's tongue, and ask for identification (Figure A.15). Tactile sense to the outer ear and soft palate are rarely tested clinically, as ...
... patient says “aah.” Examination When evaluating CN IX, also evaluate CN X to CN XII, and check the pupils for Horner's syndrome. Use a penlight to illuminate the inside of the mouth, and ask the patient to say “aah” while you use the ...
Contents
CHAPTER 1 STRUCTURAL AND FUNCTIONAL ORGANIZATION OF THE NERVOUS SYSTEM | 1 |
CHAPTER 2 VASCULAR SUPPLY OF THE CENTRAL NERVOUS SYSTEM | 15 |
CHAPTER 3 CELLULAR ORGANIZATION OF THE NERVOUS SYSTEM | 33 |
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