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Behavioral Medicine Research & Training Foundation
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Course Description and outline for:
Biofeedback Applications for Neuromuscular Reeducation
45 CEs, Course Fee: $750
Presented by: Susan J. Middaugh, PhD, PT
Course Concept and Description: This course is designed to teach assessment and biofeedback
protocols for treatment of musculoskeletal and neuromuscular disorders from a neuromuscular
reeducation perspective, primarily using surface-recorded EMG. These protocols are based on motor
learning principles and the neurophysiology of the disorders being treated. The therapeutic goals are those
of physical rehabilitation: to increase muscle strength, enhance muscle relaxation, improve muscle
coordination, decrease pain, and improve function during daily activities and work. The course content is
taught using a clinical case study format. Protocols for assessment and treatment of a given diagnostic
category, such as Bell’s Palsy, are presented in terms of a typical case. Readings are assigned to provide
the basic neurophysiology and anatomy needed to understand and work effectively with that disorder.
This course is designed for two different categories of students. (1) This course is appropriate for students
who work from a psychology, counseling, behavioral science or education perspective and are interested
in broadening their knowledge base and skills by learning about neuromuscular reeducation applications
of biofeedback. (2) This course is also appropriate for those who work from a physical rehabilitation
perspective, such as physical therapy or occupational therapy, and are interested in developing expertise
in biofeedback procedures that are applicable to their clinical caseload. For both types of students, this
course is intended to enhance the knowledge and skills of the clinician or educator who works within his
or her legal scope of practice and licensure.
Learning objectives: The course objective is to teach protocols for using surface-recorded EMG
effectively for clinical assessment and biofeedback treatment of musculoskeletal and neuromuscular
disorders, from a neuromuscular reeducation perspective.
The course is designed to help you (the student):
1. Understand the history and theory underlying a neuromuscular reeducation approach to
EMG biofeedback treatment procedures.