A framework provides the student to scrutinize commonly used neurologic physical therapy evaluation and treatment routines. Each student is required to assist in teaching one of the clinical courses in the professional curriculum. The student may focus on neuropathokinesiology, motor development or aging. The student plans and conducts a research study in the area of motor control or motor development. The curriculum provides the physical therapist opportunities to integrate facts and principles related to the musculoskeletal system.
Issues related to the biological, biomechanical and clinical sciences are explored.
Following completion of the program, the student will be able to apply this knowledge to the examination and rehabilitation of individuals with musculoskeletal problems. The curriculum emphasizes the integration of didactic, research and clinical knowledge. In addition, the student must assist in teaching material related to the musculoskeletal system in the professional curriculum. The student plans and conducts a research study relevant to the evaluation or treatment of patients with musculuskeletal problems. Specific objectives and sequences of courses for each specialty track can be obtained by writing the Coordinator of Advanced Graduate Studies, Department of Physical Therapy, Virginia Commonwealth University, Richmond, VA 23298-0224.