Advanced Physical Therapy Examination of Individuals with Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis

Course overview

Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) is a degenerative disease affecting motor neurons resulting in complex issues impacting health, function, and participation. Therapists must be equipped to provide care all stages of the disease in an ever-changing health care environment. This course provides the physical therapist advanced knowledge in examination and treatment of the client with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis across all stages of the disease. Information is presented using a case study example interwoven with evidence-based information. On completion of this course, the therapist will be able to apply evidence-based tests and measures to examinations and interventions for the treatment of individuals with ALS across the full spectrum of the disease.