Peripheral Neuropathies Part 2: Management of Common Presentations
Presented by Aimee E. Perron
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Neuropathies stem from numerous causes resulting in varying patient presentations. Patients with these types of conditions require careful examination in order to determine the primary problems and correct course of treatment. This course will focus on enhancing clinical skills and therapeutic interventions for three specific types of neuropathies including: Diabetic polyneuropathies, Guillain-Barre Syndrome (GBS) and Bell Palsy. Etiology, underlying pathologies, and differential diagnosis for each diagnosis will be covered. Specific evidence-based assessments as well as treatment approaches for each diagnosis will be reviewed through case base examples and learning assessments. This course is part two of a two-course series.
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Aimee E. Perron
Aimee E. Perron is currently an assistant professor and associate director of clinical education at Northeastern University in Boston, Massachusetts. She earned her MS in physical therapy from Boston University and her DPT from Massachusetts General Hospital Institute of Health Professions. She has more than 27 years of…
Chapters & learning objectives
1. Diabetic Polyneuropathies
This chapter will provide information regarding etiology and pathophysiology related to the Diabetic polyneuropathies. Medical management and the role of diagnostics related to Diabetic polyneuropathies will be discussed. Evidence-informed patient client management for physical therapy assessment and interventions for Diabetic polyneuropathies are reviewed through a case example.
2. Guillain-Barre Syndrome
This chapter will provide information regarding etiology and pathophysiology related to the different types of Guillain-Barre syndrome (GBS). Medical management and the role of diagnostics related to GBS will be discussed. Evidence-informed patient client management for physical therapy assessment and interventions for GBS are reviewed through a case example.
3. Facial Nerve Involvement – Bell Palsy
This chapter will provide information regarding etiology and pathophysiology related to Bell Palsy. Medical management and the role of diagnostics related to Bell Palsy will be discussed. Evidence-informed patient client management for physical therapy assessment and interventions for Bell Palsy are reviewed through a case example.
