Course content

• A- Online Modules (3 Hours)
  • Module 1
    • Basic review of the neuroanatomy and neurophysiology.
    • Integrating the systems controlling normal movement in clinical practice.
  • Module 2
    • Discuss the pathophysiology and clinical concepts of different neurological diseases of the central and peripheral nervous systems such as:
      • Stroke
      • Multiple Sclerosis
      • Parkinsonism
      • Peripheral neural disorders
  • Module 3
    • Selecting and using outcome measures in neurological practice.
    • Review of the literature about the concept of treatment of adults with neurological disorders.

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• B- Face-to-Face Teaching (27 hours)
  • Day 1
    • Define motor control and its implementation in neurological practice.
    • Implement motor learning in clinical practice.
    • Define the concept of movement selectivity and movement synergies.
    • Learn to analyze the tonal differences for high and low-toned patients.
    • Introduce the systems controlling normal movement.
    • Apply practical hands-on strategies for the central systems.
  • Day 2
    • Introduce the main systems that control the posture and different movements.
    • Justify the clinical importance of neural plasticity.
    • Discuss the maladaptive forms of plasticity.
    • Learn the proper documentation by detecting the short and the long-term goals.
    • Apply practical hands-on strategies for postural transitions.
  • Day 3
    • Description of strategies for locomotion.
    • Clinical reasoning with different case scenarios and problem-solving.
    • Formulation of clinical solutions to common challenging problems such as Scapular Dyskinesia, Functional reaching, hemiplegic shoulder pain, spastic hands, low-toned patients, etc.
    • Practical hands-on strategies of locomotion.

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• C- Practical Labs
  • Day 1
    • Movement selectivity of the lower quadrant.
    • Facilitator techniques to normalize the movement and the sensations to the lower quadrant.
    • Assessing the seated and the standing balance.
    • Targeting the central patterns to normalize the tone in a functional task like sitting to standing and vice versa.
    • Using the automatic postural responses in tonal management.
    • Targeting different dysfunctions in the balance (static, reactive, and proactive states).
  • Day 2
    • Movement Selectivity of the upper quadrant.
    • Facilitator techniques to normalize the movement and the sensations to the upper quadrant.
    • Postural transitions and changes in lying to sitting and vice versa.
    • Targeting the core stabilizers (deep neck, abdominals, pelvic floor, and breathing strategies).
    • Targeting the spastic and flaccid upper limb.
  • Day 3
    • Key point strategies of loaded transitions.
    • Assessment and treating problems in locomotion as different gait deviations.
    • Targeting different functional tasks (Goal Oriented Approaches).

Learning  Objectives

• Specific: Participants will develop the essential knowledge, manual skills, and clinical reasoning abilities to provide comprehensive neurological rehabilitation services to different patients with neurological disorders. These skills and abilities are updated regularly by Evidence-Based Practice.
• Measurable:
  • Participants will demonstrate a significant improvement in knowledge of current neurological rehabilitation principles and a significant change in their manual skills by the end of The Neurological Rehabilitation Certificate.
  • Participants will develop competency in performing key assessment techniques and therapeutic interventions for the most common neurological problems.
  • Participants will be able to implement holistic interdisciplinary treatment plans incorporating cognitive, behavioral, and modern rehabilitation strategies.
• Achievable: The course is led by experienced neurological rehabilitation experts who will manage the sessions through a blend of case study series, student activities, hands-on workshops, and clinical instructions.
• Relevant: The content of the course and the objectives are directly aligned with the core competencies required for Physical and Occupational therapists to provide high-quality, patient-centered neurological rehabilitation services.
• Time Bound: The course is delivered in 3 days to complete the intensive goals, with the opportunity to continue the learning experience and professional development through ongoing mentorship and community engagement.

• The course is designed for Physical and/or Occupational therapists, graduates or interns who are eager to add to their knowledge to help the clients with different neurological conditions. A Pass in the Neurological Rehabilitation semester is a must for the students who were not enrolled in the internship year yet.

• Since this course is highly practical, it is recommended to wear light comfortable clothes, preferably cotton-based, to ease the practical labs.
• It is recommended to finish the online modules before the start of the teaching days to get the highest benefit of understanding the course.
• Practical quizzes are applicable by the end of the third day of the course for evaluation as well as allowing the instructor to add the best recommendations for practical and clinical reasoning improvement.

• Participants will possess the knowledge, skills, and clinical reasoning abilities needed to effectively assess, treat, and manage clients with neurological conditions, optimizing functional outcomes and quality of life.
• Participants will develop proficiency in comprehensive assessment, therapeutic techniques, and holistic treatment planning for patients with neurological disorders.
• The skills and knowledge gained from the course will enable participants to provide more effective, evidence-based neurological rehabilitation services, thereby improving patient outcomes, functional abilities, quality of life, and patient satisfaction.
• The course will empower rehabilitation professionals, including physical and occupational therapists, to foster interdisciplinary collaboration and deliver patient-centered rehabilitation plans.
• The Neurological Rehabilitation Certificate will make participants more competitive for specialized positions in their careers.
• This course can inspire participants to engage in research activities and provide their clients with best practices, building innovative treatment programs based on Evidence-Based Practice.

• The participants should review their core knowledge and skills in anatomy, pathophysiology and clinical assessment related to the neurological systems. Refreshing this foundational knowledge will help participants better understand and apply the more advanced concepts covered in this course.

The participants will learn how to interpret a comprehensive assessment plan into a fruitful patient centered tailored rehabilitation program based on the clinical findings. This will allow the participants to proper following up their cases as well as facilitating a proper documentation.

The participants will use their knowledge to define their personal skills in the clinical assessment framework, clinical reasoning as well as ensuring the communication skills between their clients.
The participants will develop their critical thinking to define the complicated case scenarios seen in the clinical practice.

Participants can continue to expand their knowledge, refine their skills and stay up to date with the latest advancements in the field, that’s by the ongoing commitment to professional development and learning in the field of Neurological Rehabilitation.