Description
Neurology of Movement / Case Studies delivers an in-depth exploration of how the brain initiates, modulates, and refines movement. This course dissects the anatomical and functional dynamics of the basal ganglia, cerebellum, and cortical centers to reveal how movement is orchestrated—and how it fails in pathological states.
Scholars will analyze the “direct,” “indirect,” and “hyperdirect” pathways of motor control, understand clinical phenomenology in hypo- and hyperkinetic disorders, and apply functional assessment strategies. A blend of theoretical modeling (including the MOSAIC model and state estimation) and practical clinical reasoning empowers learners to translate neuroscience into practice.
Detailed attention is given to case study evaluations, movement timing, pharmacological effects, and functional neurological disorders. This module bridges the gap between neurology theory and real-world applications in patient care.
Objectives
- Explain motor prediction and the MOSAIC model in relation to sensory feedback and motor control.
- Identify cortical and subcortical centers involved in movement planning and execution.
- Differentiate between direct, indirect, and hyperdirect basal ganglia pathways and their clinical consequences.
- Analyze hypo- and hyperkinetic movement disorders and their associated pathophysiology.
- Conduct clinical assessments for tremors, dystonias, myoclonus, chorea, tics, and Parkinsonian symptoms.
- Understand cerebellar-basal ganglia interplay and its influence on movement timing and coordination.
- Utilize dual-task testing, timing paradigms, and cueing strategies in functional rehabilitation.
- Recognize the clinical features and assessment techniques for functional movement disorders