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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... Superior cerebellar peduncle Vermis Facial colliculus Nucleus of nerve VI E The Brainstem, Cranial Nerves, and Visual Pathways Corticospinal tract Middle pons; level of nerve V F Pons/midbrain; level of nucleus VI Periaqueductal gray ...
... and Pathways. In: Waxman SG. eds. Clinical Neuroanatomy, 28e New York, NY: McGraw-Hill, 2017). The Brainstem , Cranial Nerves , and Visual Pathways intensity. 116. chapter 6 Three essential functions of the superior colliculus.
... superior colliculus on the same side, to determine accuracy, frequency, and velocity of the saccades. The superior colliculus in the midbrain regulates reflexive movements and is a center for reflexive head and neck movements, such as ...
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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