A 65 year old male with a medical history of hypertension, a…

A 65 year old male with a medical history of hypertension, atherosclerosis, and is a current smoker presents to a physical therapy evaluation with reports of low back pain. The patient had no change in pain with active lumbar range of motion. A pulsating mass was noted when palpating the abdomen. What physical therapist action is most appropriate?

Students who need accommodation(s) based on the impacts of a…

Students who need accommodation(s) based on the impacts of a disability (including physical, psychological, and/or learning disabilities) should complete the following form: Accessibility Services Intake Form. Once this form is completed, Counseling, Accessibility, and Support Services (CASS) will reach out by email to schedule an appointment. Questions? Call 803-327-8007, email cass@yorktech.edu, visit CASS in J Building, room 300, or visit the Accessibility Services page for more information. 

For both Parkinson’s disease and Huntington’s disease, provi…

For both Parkinson’s disease and Huntington’s disease, provide a written response (in organized paragraphs or clearly labeled sections) that addresses all of the following points for each disorder: Primary type of movement disorder (hypokinetic or hyperkinetic) and the major motor symptoms (4 points) Etiology and main causes (genetic, environmental, or idiopathic) (4 points) Specific effects on the direct and indirect pathways of the basal ganglia (5 points) Currently available treatments (2 points)