Unlock a new dimension of patient care with Functional Neurology Essentials. This foundational course teaches you to view patients through a neurological lens, enhancing your ability to recognize, assess, and address central nervous system (CNS) dysfunction with precision. Designed from real-world clinical insights, Functional Neurology Essentials provides a step-by-step approach to mastering evidence-based neurological evaluation and treatment techniques that elevate your practice.
What You Will Learn:
- Patient Observation through a Neurological Lens
Learn to assess patients from a neurological perspective, identifying subtle signs of CNS dysfunction that are often missed.
- Brain Function Models with Clinical Applications
Explore the latest models of brain function and how these insights directly impact patient treatment and outcomes.
- Brain Hemisphericity/Lateralization in Treatment
Apply lateralization principles to tailor interventions and optimize neurological recovery.
- Intake & Outcome Best Practices
Develop expertise in intake questionnaires and treatment outcome measures to track and enhance patient progress.
- Neurological Screening Techniques
Gain hands-on skills in comprehensive screens, including:
- Neuro-Visual, Proprioceptive, Somatosensory, Autonomic Screens
- Balance Assessment and Gait Analysis
- Confirming CNS Dysfunction Localization
Master exam procedures that confirm CNS dysfunction location with:
- Core and Specialty Physical/Neurological Exams
- Treatment Applications for Targeted CNS Sites
Address dysfunction effectively with site-specific therapeutic approaches.
- Principles of Neuroplasticity in Treatment Planning
Integrate ten core principles of plasticity to enhance treatment effectiveness.
- Implementing Functional Neurology in Practice
Learn practical steps to incorporate functional neurology seamlessly into your existing practice.
- Management Strategies in Functional Neurology
Explore diverse management techniques and discover the best approach for each unique patient case.
What Sets Functional Neurology Essentials Apart?
Unlike traditional programs, Functional Neurology Essentials is based on an extensive job analysis of top-performing practitioners. This led to the identification of three key aspects essential for effective training:
- Patient Profiles: Understanding the types of patients most commonly seen by functional neurology practitioners.
- Clinical Assessments and Applications: Mastering the most impactful and commonly utilized tools and techniques.
- Academic Foundations: Integrating foundational knowledge crucial to understanding and applying course material.
Supported by a comprehensive library of evidence, Functional Neurology Essentials equips you with the tools and confidence to optimize nervous system health, fostering healing and unlocking your patients' fullest potential.
Register Today and transform your practice with the essential skills and insights of functional neurology!