A patient that has been diagnosed with functional neurologic…

A patient that has been diagnosed with functional neurologic disorder presents to physical therapy for evaluation and treatment of their abnormal gait. Which of the following information found through review of the patient’s medical record and/or patient interview is consistent with a favorable prognosis for improvement with physical therapy?

A 31-year-old female presents to physical therapy with a ref…

A 31-year-old female presents to physical therapy with a referral for “temporomandibular joint dysfunction.” During the course of the subjective history, the patient reports that they note increased difficulty with chewing later in the day or when attempting to eat “chewy” foods. They deny any pain, clicking, or catching in their jaw when they chew, just difficulty with chewing as though their jaw gets “tired”. Upon further review of systems, it is discovered that they also have facial drooping, double vision, and eyelid drooping that occurs frequently in the afternoons or evenings. Symptoms are absent in the morning. What is the MOST likely diagnosis based on this clinical scenario?

A physical therapist has completed their examination with a…

A physical therapist has completed their examination with a person that has a diagnosis of functional movement disorder and provides education to the patient about their condition. Which of the following statements are consistent with evidence recommendations for providing education to this population?